Butler School District 53 has extended the timeline for completion of its strategic planning survey to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18. Please complete the 10-minute survey at www.ecrasurvey.com/butler53 The results will be used to provide the district with data on the insights of stakeholders and the priorities for the District to address in its strategic plan. “The opinions of our parents, staff members and community are vital in determining the future direction of our schools,” said Superintendent Dr. Heidi Wennstrom. She noted that to date 264 surveys were started and 218 were completed. “We extended the survey for greater involvement. Broad involvement will allow us to get a more balanced understanding of issues and better outcomes for all stakeholders and students,” she said.