Illinois Association of School Boards Strategic Plan 2027-2032
IASB’s Strategic Plan, adopted in August 2026, is the result of a months-long process in which IASB sought members' insights to analyze opportunities, evaluate needs, and prioritize the plan’s major components. The result is a five-year plan, guided by IASB’s vision and mission.
"IASB’s strategic plan was developed following hundreds of conversations with members through surveys, focus groups, and other feedback methods. Members told us that they want stronger connections. They also want easier access to our resources, more tailored to their specific needs. And, they want a stronger voice in advocacy. These three are very similar to our areas of focus from the past year, which is good. It validates that we do have a general pulse about what our members want and what they are telling us, and that's exactly where we're going to invest." - IASB Executive Director Kimberly A. Small
Strategic Goals & Objectives
The overarching goal of the five-year Strategic Plan is to increase member value by amplifying IASB’s legislative voice and deepening member engagement, as indicated by positions passed into law and measurable member engagement rates.
Three initiatives outline major projects to support the execution of the Strategic Plan.
Member Engagement
Establish an ongoing relationship with the membership resulting in high levels of member satisfaction.
Create an annual legislative agenda and modernize member advocacy to pass priority items.
Streamline information flow and increase access to member training and resources.
IASB extends a special thanks to the board members and staff who shared time and expertise to help formulate the plan:
Officers and Directors: Jeffrey Johnson (Kewanee CUSD 229), Alva Kreutzer (THSD 214), Heather LoBue (O'Fallon THSD 203), Tracie Sayre (Triopia CUSD 27), and Marc Tepper (Kildeer-Countryside CCSD 96)
Board Members: Elizabeth Fox Anvick (Bloomington SD 87), Wenda Hunt (Palatine CCSD 15), Sue Kerr (School District U-46), Amanda McMillen (Naperville CUSD 203), Courtney Rodriguez (Galesburg CUSD 205), Wilbur Tillman (Dolton SD 149), Matt Titus (Charleston CUSD 1), Chris Trzeciak (Homer CCSD 33C), Chad Weaver (Hutsonville CUSD 1).
IASB Staff: Kimberly Small, Jeremy Duffy, Jennifer Feld, Kara Kienzler, and Angie Powell
Consultants: LBL Strategies
Progress on strategic initiatives and performance measures is reported and discussed at the quarterly meetings of the IASB Board of Directors. Members can learn about updates through Division Leadership communication.
The yearly progress and impact of the strategic plan are reported to members in the IASB Annual Report.