Joint Annual Conference

November 20-22, 2026

Conference Registration Opens June 1

Hosted by IASB, the Illinois Association of School Administrators, and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials, the Joint Annual Conference is the premier training event for school board members, administrators, and business officials. The professional development opportunity allows district leaders the chance to build relationships with fellow public education advocates and create a lasting network to share new strategies for success.

Early bird registration fees are $560, plus a required $200 non-refundable deposit per guestroom if housing is requested. After October 15, registration will increase to $660. Housing is limited to Conference attendees and will be assigned once full payment for both Conference registration and the housing deposit is received. All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made using the Joint Annual Conference Change Form. Questions about Conference registration and housing should be directed to Events Management Specialist Jacqueline Keysear.

Conference Registration Instructions



Important Dates and Deadlines

  • Registration Opens – June 1
  • Early-bird Registration Discount Ends – October 15
  • Registration Cancellation, Refund Request Deadline – October 15
  • Final Day to Register Online – November 16
  • Joint Annual Conference – November 20-22

Joint Annual Conference Housing Blocks

Hyatt Regency Chicago (co-headquarters) – $248
151 East Wacker Drive, (312) 565-1234

Sheraton Grand Chicago (co-headquarters) – $248
301 East North Water Street, (312) 464-1000

Swissôtel Chicago – $245
323 East Wacker Drive, (312) 565-0565

Fairmont Chicago – $240
200 N. Columbus Drive, (312) 565-8000

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile – $240
540 North Michigan Avenue, (312) 836-0100

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – $240
505 North Michigan Avenue, (312) 944-4100

Embassy Suites by Hilton – $262
511 North Columbus Drive, (312) 836-5900

Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown – $240
71 East Upper Wacker Drive, (312) 346-7100

Renaissance Chicago Downtown – $240
1 West Wacker Drive, (312) 372-7200

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel – $239
221 North Columbus Drive, (312) 638-6686




 

 

“This is an excellent opportunity to immerse in board culture, network with your own and other boards, and be inspired by excellent speakers.”

2025 Conference Attendee