SPRINGFIELD—Chuck Lane, superintendent of Centralia HSD #200, has been named the 2019 Superintendent of Distinction by his colleagues in the Kaskaskia Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA).
Lane was honored at an awards luncheon May 9 in Springfield. State Superintendent Dr. Carmen Ayala was the featured speaker, where 21 IASA regional Superintendents of Distinction were recognized.
“I am very humbled and honored to be selected by my peers with this award,” said Lane, who has been an educator for 20 years, including the last 13 as superintendent of Centralia HSD #200. “I am fortunate to be surrounded by many talented educators throughout the Kaskaskia Region and at Centralia High School. I accept this award on their behalf.”
Those nominating Lane noted a number of successes during his tenure including:
- Oversaw construction of a $3 million Special Education Annex.
- Constructed a $2 million football stadium without raising taxes.
- Improved student achievement and financial stability in Centralia HSD #200.
- Implemented new technology across the curriculum.
- Member of Equity 1st Superintendents group that helped get Evidence Based Funding (EBF) passed.
“Each Superintendent of Distinction was nominated by peers in their regions based on their commitment, dedication and leadership,” said IASA Executive Director Dr. Brent Clark. “These extraordinary individuals truly provide exceptional leadership that elevates the success of students in their districts and are difference makers in their communities.”
The fifth annual luncheon was again sponsored by Horace Mann, one of the nation’s largest insurers focusing on the needs of educators.
“We are proud to recognize these Superintendents of Distinction who are creative, dedicated, inspiring and consistently create strong learning environments in their districts,” said Marita Zuraitis, Horace Mann President and Chief Executive Officer.
Lane and his wife, Danielle, have two children.
The Kaskaskia Region is comprised of Macoupin, Montgomery, Bond, Fayette, Clinton and Marion counties.