The January/February 2026 issue of the Illinois School Board Journal includes a feature on understanding data trends and using them in the district, presented by ECRA Group. Also, view a recap of the 2025 Joint Annual Conference in words and pictures. Find the Journal in your mailbox, read selected text below, or read Journal's digital edition flipbook.
Feature Articles
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What Board Members Need to Know About The New Standard for Student Proficiency
By John Gatta, Ph.D.Discover what school board members need to know about Illinois' New Standards for Student Proficiency with John Gatta, Ph.D., from ECRA Group.
Regular Features
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Advocacy Angle: State and Federal Funding:: Priorities are in Order
By Sarah MillerWhile this support of EBF must continue, Illinois districts have become increasingly concerned about the insufficiency of other critical K-12 state funding sources that fall outside of EBF. -
Leadership Letter: Leading with Data: Turning Information into Impact
By Kimberly Small, J.D.What is the key to navigating today's school board and district challenges effectively? Data. -
On Outreach & Training: Tiny Moments of Connection
By Laura MartinezBoards that know each other better work better together ... Knowing where people are coming from and wanting to learn about each other helps build trust.