IASB Journal January/February 2018
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Welcome to the January/February 2018 issue of The Illinois School Board Journal. Selected articles are available below in text form. For other articles, click the digital edition link above.
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Feature Articles
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Passing the torch
By James RussellRetired from the IASB Communications department after 17-plus years, Jim Russell reflects on good ideas, not-so-good ideas, good people, and the ambitious projects undertaken in his tenure. -
Effective boards require PD for teachers, administrators, and themselves
By Keith PainProfessional development is critical in the public education setting, creating a focus on high expectations and continuous improvement.
Regular Features
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Practical PR: From the ground up: Building a school communications program
by Kara Beach and Amy Melinder
Commentary
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Board members are rare birds
By David E. BartzAfter attending the Joint Annual Conference with family, a veteran educator of educators has this piece of advice for school board members: "Don't ever change."