It is my privilege to serve this community - its students, parents, staff, and Board of Education.  As a community it is our responsibility to provide Manteno's children the best educational opportunities possible.  It is the district's responsibility to provide the needed resources (teachers, books, technology, and classrooms) for high academic achievement in a fiscally responsible manner. 

I have great pride in the academic accomplishments of our current students and graduates.  Manteno High School graduates have become successful business owners, managers, community leaders, and teachers just to name a few.  While Manteno is a growing community, together we can continue the "friendly and caring" atmosphere that is our community's hallmark . 

It has been said, "It takes a village to raise a child", it is my hope that together we can provide this generation the best of opportunities for lifelong success!

                                                               Respectfully,
                                                               Dawn S. Russert