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Develop Your New Governance Team

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  • IASB Announces Logo Refresh, Applications for Member Use 
    News

    IASB Announces Logo Refresh, Applications for Member Use 

    IASB will share the new look on July 5.
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  • Registration is Open for the 2023 Joint Annual Conference
    Conference

    Registration is Open for the 2023 Joint Annual Conference

    The 2023 Joint Annual Conference will take place in Chicago, November 17-19.
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  • PRESS Issue 112 is Available
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    PRESS Issue 112 is Available

    A June 15 webinar will detail what's new in Issue 112.
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  • IASB Legislative Report 103-21
    Legislative

    IASB Legislative Report 103-21

    Illinois General Assembly adjourns Spring Session.
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Upcoming Events

  • 8
    Jun 2023
    Jun 8, 2023

    Corn Belt Division Governing Meeting 06/08/2023 - Now Virtual

    Every two years, after the April school board elections, we reorganize the Division by electing division officers. We have the Resolutions Chair position open. If you would like to be more involved in your division, consider being part of the division leadership team. Contact Reatha Owen for more information.
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  • 8
    Jun 2023
    Jun 8, 2023

    Two Rivers Division Governing Meeting 06/08/2023

    Registration is open!
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  • 9-10
    Jun 2023
    Jun 9-10, 2023

    Board of Directors' Meeting 06/10/2023

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2023 Joint Annual Conference Registration

Registration for the 2023 Joint Annual Conference is now open. Join Illinois education leaders to celebrate 90 years of leadership and learning at the Annual Conference taking place November 17-19 in Chicago. Take part in multiple opportunities for professional and personal development, and network with school officials from across the state.

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Legislative Updates

Stay informed of important education-related issues being discussed at the state and national levels using IASB legislative resources. Follow along with state and federal legislative updates, and join school board advocacy efforts by utilizing IASB Call-To-Actions when bills impacting public education are up for a vote. 

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May/June 2023 Journal CoverMay/June Journal Welcomes New Board Members

The May/June issue of the Journal welcomes new school board members and offers information the Evidence-Based Funding formula and expert commentary on policy work, advocacy in action, and more.

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