Joint Annual Conference

November 21-23, 2025

Conference Registration Opens June 2

The IASB • IASA • IASBO Joint Annual Conference is the premier training and networking event for Illinois school board members, superintendents, and business officials. Whether you're new to your role or a seasoned veteran seeking to stay ahead, this Annual Conference has something for everyone. The event offers a variety of opportunities for focused learning to support your school leadership journey. Learn from experts on critical topics such as school finance, community engagement, educational equity and advocacy, safety and security, collective bargaining, and more. Stay up to date on current topics impacting public education and hear how other districts are meeting those challenges and finding success in tackling the issues. 

The event takes place November 21-23 in Chicago, with pre-conference activities beginning on November 20. Registration for the 2025 Joint Annual Conference will open on June 2.


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Discuss sponsorship options tailored for your organization to include with your exhibit booth. Contact Dara Merino at (217) 528-9688, ext. 1114.

By the Numbers

  • 270+
    EXHIBITORS
  • 120+
    PANEL SESSIONS
  • 8,900
    TOTAL ATTENDANCE

Conference Additional Registration Events

  • Friday Focus Workshops

    IASB Friday Focus Workshops will be held on November 21 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 21 and Saturday, November 22.
  • Equity Immersion

    Connect with fellow educational leaders passionate about equity in education, offering strategies to cultivate belonging and elevate student outcomes on Thursday, November 20.

Conference Announcements

  • Joint Annual Conference In Review

    Experience, or re-experience, the 2024 Joint Annual Conference.
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  • 2025 Joint Annual Conference Registration Opens June 2

    The Joint Annual Conference will take place November 21-23, 2025 in Chicago, with pre-conference activities beginning on November 20.
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  • Conference Registration Details Announced

    2025 Conference registration fees and additional registration details are now available.
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  • IASB Announces Tasha Levy Memorial Scholarship for Administrative Professionals

    The scholarship was created to honor the life and legacy of IASB employee Tasha Levy.
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