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


About Conference

Hosted by the Illinois Association of School Boards, Illinois Association of School Administrators, and Illinois Association of School Business Officials, the Joint Annual Conference is recognized as one of the nation's largest state education conferences. View and read highlights of the Annual Conference in the 2024 Conference Overview.

By the Numbers

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

Conference Announcements

  • Joint Annual Conference In Review

    Experience, or re-experience, the 2024 Joint Annual Conference.
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  • ‘Share the Success’ Panel Proposals Sought for 2025 Joint Annual Conference

    Selected districts will be invited to present at the 2025 Conference, taking place November 21-23 in Chicago.
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