Here is a Table of Contents for the May/June 2012 issue of Illinois School Board Journal. Highlighted articles are available here in full-text form. For other articles get in touch with:

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• Figuring out a way to make math 'cool'
  by Linda Dawson
  Those who love math keep looking for ways to keep math achievement from dipping once many students reach middle school.
  Sidebar: Questions for board members to ask about math instruction
  Sidebar: Recognizing mathematics proficiency

• A parting view...IASB heads forward with a clear vision
  by Michael D. Johnson
  IASB's mission will remain the same even as the executive director changes in July.

• Speaking of board members: How responsibilities relate to graduation ceremonies
  by Linda Dawson
  The role of a board member has at least five similarities with being a graduation speaker.

• Academic game changer: Implementing Common Core State Standards in Illinois
  by Donna McCaw, Stuart Yager, Carol Webb and Rene Noppe
  The first in a four-part series detailing what board members should know about the new educational standards.
  Sidebar: FAQs about the Common Core State Standards

• After nearly a year...What we've learned, how to deal with SB7 evaluation mandates
  by David J. Braun
  The Illinois Education Reform Act means board members will need to be more familiar with teacher evaluations.
  Sidebar: RIF/evaluation checklist

• Seven tips toward making evaluations more effective
  by Adam Cobb
  These practices can assist in the transition to new evaluation systems.

• Typical costs can help boards budget
  by Linda Dawson
  Knowing how much it will cost can help boards budget for professional development.

• IASB helps to answer governance questions
  by Angie Peifer and John J. Cassel
  National readership gets good advice from IASB staff members.

• Practical PR: Communication networks offer benefits for districts
  by Carla Erdey

• Ask the staff: Board member advocacy can make a big difference
  by Ben Schwarm