Metro East Sun

Lebanon Elementary School in Lebanon, IL, received a visit from State Representative Kevin Schmidt to commemorate their recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School. The school was honored for its exceptional academic achievement and its significant progress in closing achievement gaps.

Rep. Schmidt took the opportunity to acknowledge and congratulate the students, teachers, families, and the entire community for their dedication to academic excellence. He expressed his excitement and said, "I'm thrilled to be here to celebrate Lebanon Elementary School's fantastic achievement. This is a big deal, and I want to take a moment to congratulate each and every one of you—students, teachers, families, and the whole community—for this well-deserved honor."

The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, established by the U.S. Department of Education, recognizes schools that demonstrate outstanding performance or notable improvement in student achievement. Lebanon Elementary not only met these standards but also surpassed them, earning a well-deserved spot among the prestigious group of Blue Ribbon Schools.

Lebanon Elementary now joins the ranks of the 40th group of schools to receive this prestigious honor. Over 10,000 awards have been presented to more than 9,700 schools nationwide since the program's inception.

The recognition of Lebanon Elementary School as a National Blue Ribbon School is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire school community. This achievement will undoubtedly inspire and motivate the students, teachers, and families to continue striving for excellence in education.

Congratulations to Lebanon Elementary School for this outstanding accomplishment, and may they continue to shine as a beacon of academic success for years to come.

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