NEW BOARD MEMBERS

A Roadmap to Success

Training and additional opportunities for new board members to learn and grow

ADVOCACY

Legislative Reports

Stay informed of current issues, legislation, and political happenings

SELECTING A SUPERINTENDENT

Executive Search Services

Assisting school boards in hiring top-quality leaders

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How School Boards Work

Understand and read about the role and functions of boards of education in Illinois. Details about what the board is and does, the legal authority under which school boards operate, and the traits of an effective school board and a good board member are covered in this IASB resource.

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Journal Looks at Career and Technical Education

The March/April issue of the Illinois School Board Journal looks at Career and Technical Education in Illinois.

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Lighting the Way to Excellence in School Governance

  • 100+
    Years of Service
    IASB is here to assist boards of education with training, policy, resources, and programing all supporting quality public education.
  • 848
    Member Districts
    More than 99 percent of public school boards in Illinois hold active membership.
  • 5,900+
    Elected Officials
    School board members volunteer their time to ensure growth and progress not only for students, but for entire communities.
  • 21
    Divisions
    IASB directors serve as a direct link between the school boards and Association services.
  • 1,200+
    Newly-Elected Board Members
    IASB provides training and resources on the roles and responsibilities of the board and board members.