JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Experience Conference

Innovation, leadership, and real-world solutions to move Illinois schools forward

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BOARD TRAINING

New In-District Workshops

Discover brand-new workshops designed to meet today’s challenges

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DIVISION EVENTS

Get Ready for Division Meetings

Meetings throughout the state this fall feature board member learning and recognition

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Doing Right By All Students 

Doing Right By All Students supports school board members in leading with care, integrity, and a shared commitment to all learners. The workshop explores educational equity, data-driven decision-making, and meaningful engagement with community stakeholders to strengthen trust.  

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School Board Elections

Find key dates and resources to assist school board candidates with navigating the election process and understanding the duties and responsibilities of an effective school leader. The next consolidated election will be held April 6, 2027.

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Catch the Journal's Summer Reading Issue

The July/August 2026 issue of the Illinois School Board Journal is the annual Summer Reading issue, with a variety of topics including administrator salaries, artificial intelligence, and rethinking edtech.

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