Joint Annual Conference
November 20-23, 2026
Registration Opens June 1
Join thousands of school leaders for three days of training, networking, and peer support at the IASB • IASA • IASBO Joint Annual Conference in Chicago, November 20-22. The Annual Conference will provide Illinois school board members, superintendents, and business officials with opportunities to
- Gain knowledge of the topics shaping the future of education,
- Strengthen leadership capacity with hands-on training, and
- Build connections with advocates and decision makers from every corner of the state.
Experience the 2026 Joint Annual Conference where innovation, leadership, and real‑world solutions come together to move Illinois schools forward. Conference registration will open on June 1.
Scholarships to Attend Conference
School board members who have never attended the Conference are encouraged to apply for a Joint Annual Conference Scholarship. The scholarships cover the event registration fee ($560), a daily meal allotment, and an allowable expense reimbursement for transportation and incidentals. Districts are responsible for costs associated with housing. The deadline to complete the online application is April 15.
By the Numbers
Additional Conference Events
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Friday Focus Workshops
IASB Friday Focus Workshops will be held on November 20 and are designed to give school board members knowledge, skills, and resources to provide effective board leadership. -
Administrative Professionals
Enhance the roles and skills of the individual(s) who perform the duties of the school board secretary or administrative assistant with special programming on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21. -
Delegate Assembly
At the Delegate Assembly, IASB members vote on proposals submitted by local school boards to help guide the Association’s advocacy work. The 2026 Delegate Assembly will take place on Saturday, November 21.