Recently there was a story on how the Albert Lea schools test scores did not pass the state requirements. Since then I have read and heard a lot about how the Albert Lea community has been outspoken on how it passed the referendum and yet the schools still cannot perform. I would like to put in a good word for Sibley Elementary School. This public school was one of the two schools in Albert Lea that did pass the state test requirements. The teachers at this school work very hard to make sure that their students are learning the skills they need to continue their education. The school is proud of their work and they should be acknowledged for it.

Albert Lea, know that your public schools are doing their very best to educate your future and that our future needs your support.

Thank you.

Steven Alford

Albert Lea