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Whether you are running for a school board seat or have already been elected, there are many options and materials available to learn how to become a more effective school board member.
There are no training requirements for the position; however, you may want to consider taking one of school law and finance or governance courses that are offered to new members after the school board elections. After becoming familiar with these basic duties and responsibilities of your office, you can add additional training at any time throughout your school board career.
In fact, continuing education is encouraged and is organized in IASB's special program of core and elective courses, known as School Board LeaderShop. There is also a recognition program, Master Board Member, for school leaders who earn credits for service and participation in local, statewide and national school board programs and events.
Board training events are held throughout the year. Most workshops are held at regional sites or can be customized to the unique needs of your board and district. Along with other specialized training and services, such as board self-evaluations and board governance reviews, these customized workshops can be held right in your home district.
The greatest opportunity of all is the three-day Joint Annual Conference in Chicago. General sessions, pre-conference workshops, panel sessions, tours, exhibits, awards, and more make this a "must-see, must-do" event for Illinois school leaders every fall.
Information about the many board training programs and services available to school board members is mailed directly to board members and member school districts.
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Although the IASB Web site strives to provide accurate and authoritative information, the Illinois Association of School Boards does not guarantee or warrantee the accuracy or quality of information contained herein.
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