Getting our educational system in synch with the needs of today's economy is our biggest challenge and greatest opportunity. Educational outputs in our schools are tied to economic growth in our area. Dr. Jerry Corcoran and Fran Brolley from Illinois Valley Community College have an important story to share. LaSalle-Peru Kiwanis is hosting the IVCC presentation at their meeting, held 6 p.m., Tuesday, October 23 at Verucchi's Restaurant in Spring Valley and you're invited. We will be having chicken family style and the cost of the meal is $12.95. Presentation to follow after dinner. Please let me know by Monday afternoon if you will be attending by calling 815-488-3256.