IESA cancels remaining spring 2020 season
The Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) Board of Directors met on Friday, April 3 via a telephone conference call, making the decision to cancel all remaining IESA state series activities for spring 2020.
The decision includes the bowling state series, the scholastic bowl state series, all music solo and ensemble contests, music organization contests, and the track and field state series. None of the events will be rescheduled.
“Given that the COVID-19 situation is impacting every decision being made at this time in the world coupled with the fact that Illinois schools are not in session through at least April 30 makes conducting IESA events nearly impossible, the IESA press release said.
“The loss of the state track and field meets is devastating to thousands of students and will have a real financial impact on the Association. The state track and field meets are a wonderful way for IESA to wrap up the school year. The meets in East Peoria showcase some of the top track and field talent in the state.
“Unfortunately, the situation in which we all now face simply does not allow us to move forward with conducting the track and field state series. The health and safety of all individuals is much more important than interscholastic activities.
“IESA takes seriously the COVID-19 situation and the health and welfare of our membership, students and fellow citizens is our primary concern in all decisions we are making during these unprecedented times.
“Please know that we are extremely disappointed that our students are not able to participate in these events but look forward to a triumphant return for the 2020-21 school year.”
