Upcoming Events
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April 4, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Power of Positive Leadership - AA #3730 - online via Zoom
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April 5, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Navigating Superintendent and School Board Relationships - IASA Office Springfield
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April 8, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM AA 3858: Safety Site Assessment - Basic CPTED Principles - Glenview
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April 9, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM IASA Spotlights Literacy: Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan
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April 11, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Leadership Requirements for Moving from Good to Great: (AA #481) - IASA Springfield Office
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April 15, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Initial Principal Evaluator Training - AA 2000 - online via Zoom
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Principal Evaluator Retraining - AA 1865 - online via Zoom
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM IASA Spotlights Artificial Intelligence
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April 16, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Initial Principal Evaluator Training - AA 2000 - online via Zoom
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8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Student Growth Retraining - AA #3000 - online via Zoom
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April 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Unfinished Leader (AA #3896) - online via Zoom
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April 19, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Budget Amendment/Cash Flow Analysis Workshop FY24 - online via Zoom
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April 22, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Budget Amendment/Cash Flow Analysis Workshop FY24 - online via Zoom
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April 23, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Gathering Evidence During Observation & Conferencing Using the Danielson Model (AA #1801) - online
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May 30, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Health Life Safety Compliance Academy (AA #3700)
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IASA Webinars
AI in Education: How to Move Your District Forward (upcoming)
IASA is turning the spotlight on Artificial Intelligence in public education on April 15 with a new webinar.The presenter will be Joe Fatheree, an internationally recognized education consultant and innovation specialist who was appointed as chair of the AI committee for the Global Independent School Association. Joe was named Illinois Teacher of the Year in 2007. In this two-hour webinar, Joe will explore the immense potential of AI in reshaping the educational landscape. Click Here to learn more and register.
Achieving a Summer Boost: Optimizing Students Practice of Essential Skills (Recording)
IASA once again turned the spotlight on literacy with a webinar featuring Dr. Gene Kerns, Chief Academic Officer of Renaissance. The title of the webinar is "Achieving a Summer Boost: Optimizing Students' Practice of Essential Skills. The focus was on how academic recovery is continuing, but gaps persist, and we need to maximize every opportunity for growth, including the summer months. This webinar built on the continued partnership of IASA and Renaissance's “Keep Illinois Learning” initiative for Summer 2024. Click Here to view recording.
IASA Legal Workshops (Members Only)
Looking to register for an upcoming legal workshop or watch a recording of a past session? Click Here to visit IASA's Legal Services page. Since legal workshops are part of your IASA membership benefits, you will need to login to access the materials.
Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan (upcoming)
IASA is once again turning the spotlight on literacy with a new webinar that will dive deep into the Illinois State Board of Education's Comprehensive Literacy Plan. This one-hour session is the perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and learn about the state's new roadmap to enhance and unify core literacy instruction efforts statewide. The panelists will be Dr. Erica Thieman, Director Of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction, and Kristen Parr, Project Lead for Standards & Instruction, at ISBE. Click Here to register.
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Recent IASA Podcasts
Cahokia CUSD #187 Receives Federal TSL Grant
In this episode, we highlight Cahokia CUSD #187. The district is set to embark on a potentially transformational journey after receiving a multi-million dollar federal grant. The program provides federal support for high-need districts to implement, improve or expand their human-resources system, which must include a performance-based compensation system. Click Here to listen.
Stressed Leaders Retreat
In this episode, we talk to Dan Stecken, superintendent of Seneca Twp HSD #160. Dan has organized a new opportunity to help school leaders avoid burnout, the Stressed Leaders Retreat. Learn about what the event entails, when it is and how it can rejuvenate you professionally. Click Here to listen.
Academic Growth in Schiller Park SD #81
In 2023, NWEA released a study that describes high-quality teaching practices in place in Schiller Park SD #81. In this episode of the IASA Podcast, we speak to Schiller Park's Superintendent, Dr. Kimberly Boryszewski, about instructional strategies that are driving student improvement. Click Here to listen.
School Level Finance Survey
Recently, the U.S. Department of Education expanded school-level reporting requirements by mandating that all states participate in the School-Level Finance Survey (SLFS). In this episode, we talk to Luke Corry at ISBE about everything superintendents and school business officials need to know about the new financial reporting requirement. Click Here to listen.
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News and Announcements
March Issue of Leadership Matters Now Available
The March issue of IASA's award-winning magazine, Leadership Matters, is now available. This month's cover story is on Elevating Literacy in Illinois. Other stories this issue include Elevating Education, Conference Showcase and professional development opportunities. Click here to login to the IASA website to view this month's issue.
Registration Open for New Superintendents Conference
The IASA New Superintendents Conference is the perfect opportunity to connect with other first-year superintendents, gather vital information and build a support network for your first year on the job. Click Here to learn more about the conference and register.
Submit Breakout Session Proposal
We're counting on your support to ensure this year's conference is the best yet! If you have a groundbreaking program or exemplary practices to share with fellow attendees during a breakout session at IASA's 60th Annual Conference, we urge you to submit your proposal now! The deadline for submissions is Friday, June 7, 2024. Click Here to learn more.
9th Annual Summer Learning Partnership
As summer approaches, IASA and Renaissance are excited to partner together for the 9th Annual Keep Illinois Learning campaign. As part of the initiative, participating districts/schools can give their students summertime access to myON (reading) and Freckle (math) practice programs to support continued summer learning. The cost is $1 per student and includes both reading and math solutions. Programs include data to monitor engagement and growth as well as professional development to implement with fidelity. Click Here to learn more.
Our Mission:
To support school leaders in the pursuit of educational excellence through continued school improvement.
Our Vision:
Maximum educational success for all students.