February 16, 2012

Dear Adair County Board of Education Members:

Since July 1, 2003 I have served as superintendent of the Adair County Schools,. During these 9 years, we have made great strides in academics, facilities, school culture and cooperation. I do not take any credit because it has been a collaborative effort between the Board, administration, faculty, staff, students, parents, and community.

As we continue to move ahead with plans to implement Senate Bill 1 and ot build a new school to replace Colonel WIlliam Casey, it is an exciting time. Add to that the fact that Kentucky has received a waiver from NCLB which means a fairer accountability instead of an "all or nothing" approach and that adds to the excitement.

So it is with mixed emotions that I am announcing that I will not be returning as superintendent after June 30 of this year. I have been looking at my options for two years now. At the top of my list is retirement! However, I am not ready to just sit in a rocker on my front porch.

I am not sure if I will retire and work at something different altogether or if I will look at other opportunities in the field of education where I can still put my years of experience to good use. It is good to be at a point in my career where I have several choices.

I do want to express my thanks to the Board for giving me the opportunity to lead this district and for their support during my tenure here. I also want to thank all of my school family for all their hard work, dedication, support and prayers. It is my hope that the Adair County Schools enjoy continued success and have even greater accomplishments.

May God Bless,

s/Darrell Treece