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November 15 is School Board Members Day

Recognize school board members who have donated their time to public education

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Trends In Collective Bargaining

Trends in Collective Bargaining is a half-day training event for school board members and administrators to help them prepare for their next bargaining session. Held in Naperville on February 6 and East Peoria on February 13, the events will be facilitated by school attorneys and provide answers to a number of common questions that arise at the bargaining table. 

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Information for School Board Candidates

The filing period for candidates running for local school board in 2027 is November 16 to 23, 2026. A list of key dates and the 2027 Candidates Guide (includes petition forms) are available, along with webinar recordings covering petition circulation and filing, the statement of economic interests, and responsibilities of a board member. 

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26-11NDCoverCelebrate the Arts with the Journal

The November/December issue of the Illinois School Board Journal features the fine arts, including artwork from students throughout the state.


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