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Table of Contents

President’s Message.......................................................4

Corporate Partners.........................................................25

Executive Director’s Note..............................................5

IASA Past Presidents.....................................................26

Membership Benefits.......................................................6

IASA Staff ...........................................................................27

Other Programs.................................................................10

IASA Regional Boundaries Map.................................28

IASA Platform ....................................................................13

Annual Business Meeting Minutes— 2023 Report of the Secretary...................................29

2023–2024 IASA Membership Reports..................14

Independent Auditor’s Financial Summary.........30

2023–2024 IASA Board of Directors........................16

Awards and Leadership.................................................31

Region Presidents............................................................19

IASA Bylaws......................................................................34

Governing Board and Committees...........................20

Continuous School Service Members....................24

About IASA

IASA is the state’s premier advocacy and professional development organization for public school superintendents and school administrators. The association is led by Dr. Brent Clark and a Board of Directors composed of IASA’s 21 regions and one at-large member. Our staff includes trained professionals and former superintendents who

specialize in practical support and personalized professional development. The association also serves as a united voice for school administrators in the Illinois General Assembly and has a full-time attorney on staff that provides legal services to superintendents for employment-related matters as part of membership dues.

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Message From the President As I reflect on my tenure as President of the Illinois Association of School

Our collective strength as an organization lies in the commitment and camaraderie of our members. I have had the privilege of getting to know so many dedicated professionals across the state. Your passion for education and your relentless pursuit of excellence are truly inspiring. Together, we have faced challenges head-on, celebrated our successes and learned from our experiences. The bonds we have forged, and the knowledge we have shared, are testaments to the power of collaboration and mutual support. As I step down from my role as President, I am confident that IASA will continue to thrive and grow under the leadership of Dr. Anthony Scarsella as President, Dr. Brent Clark as Executive Director and the talented and dedicated IASA staff. In addition, the passion and expertise of IASA members will ensure that we remain a formidable force in advocating for and advancing public education in Illinois. Thanks to Vision 2030, a roadmap has been created to design a system that better serves the needs of diverse learners, attracts new people to the profession, redefines student success and continues the state toward long-term sustainable funding. I encourage each of you to stay engaged, continue to support one another and remain steadfast in our shared mission. Thank you for the honor and privilege of serving as your President. It has been an unforgettable journey, and I look forward to continuing our work together as a proud member of this extraordinary organization.

Administrators, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude and pride. It has been an incredible journey, one that has enriched my life both personally and professionally. When I assumed

this role, I shared with you the profound influence my upbringing as the son of a lifelong educator had on my values and aspirations. Today, as I bid farewell to this position, I am more convinced than ever of the enduring importance of those values: dedication, integrity and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of our students. The role of a superintendent is fraught with unique challenges. We navigate complex educational landscapes, balance diverse stakeholder interests and face ever evolving policy demands. Yet, amidst these challenges, lies a tremendous opportunity—to mold and shape the future. Every decision we make, every initiative we champion and every relationship we build has the potential to profoundly impact the lives of children across Illinois. Our guiding principle has always been, and must always be, doing what is best for kids. The relationships I have built as a school superintendent, and as your President, have been some of the most rewarding aspects of my career. IASA has played a pivotal role in these experiences. This organization has been a steadfast ally, offering support in myriad ways—from legal assistance and mentoring to networking opportunities, professional development and legislative advocacy. The services provided by IASA are unparalleled, and they have been instrumental in helping me navigate the complexities of our profession.

Dr. Roger Alvey IASA President 2023–2024

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Executive Director’s Note Through legal support, networking opportunities, mentoring services,

Safe School ID Safe School ID is a new jointly sponsored program by IASA and IARSS that provides district leaders with the tools and the power to fully vet and manage every vendor employee who enters a school— at no additional cost to the district. SSID conducts background checks on all vendor employees, providing your district another tool in liability and risk management. The vendor management system is also designed to streamline access control by managing vendor entries with a sophisticated system that registers, verifies, and tracks all visitors. Visit the IASA We are saying goodbye to Dr. Courtney Orzel and welcoming Dr. Dawn Bridges to our team as the new Associate Director of Professional Development on July 1. Dr. Orzel joined IASA four years ago and was the right person at the right time for IASA. I’m excited to see how Dr. Bridges can build on the successes of the last four years by offering members customized and impactful professional development that they can use to elevate student achievement in their respective school districts. In addition, IASA welcomed two new Field Services Directors to our team in Dr. Sheila Harrison-Williams and Dr. Brian Harris. Each educator comes to IASA with years of leadership experience and will be great mentors to new and early-career superintendents. Dr. Gary Zabilka, our longest serving FSD, will step into a new role where he will offer support and guidance for Transitions and Connections at IASA. Lastly, IASA will be adding Directors of Academic Empowerment in the new fiscal year to provide direct support to districts serving underrepresented population groups. We will be reaching out to districts eligible for this servicing in the coming weeks. Thank you again for your continued membership in IASA. I hope you have found the services and supports IASA offers impactful and meaningful both professionally and personally. Have a great summer. website to learn more. IASA Staff Changes

professional development, communications assistance,

advocacy and resources, the Illinois Association of School Administrators provides school administrators with a wide range of supports and services.

As we close the book on FY 2024, I am proud of how our team has responded to the needs in the field and strengthened the services we provide in those core areas. Here is a closer look at the highlights from a memorable year. Vision 2030 In October, the partner associations launched Vision 2030 with the goal of creating an updated advocacy framework to propel Illinois forward in designing a system that better serves the needs of diverse learners, attracts new people to the profession, redefines student success and continues the state toward long term sustainable funding. The efforts of the Vision 2030 Workgroup resulted in the creation of a Policy Brief that is intended to challenge the State Legislature and the Governor to take action to build a brighter future for Illinois students. Once approved by the partner associations, the Policy document will be rolled out publicly at the Joint Annual Conference in November. Following that, we will ask for the help of educators across the state in building a groundswell of support aimed at sparking legislative action. Vision 2030 will be a yearslong effort that has the potential to create lasting and meaningful change in Illinois. I’m excited to see how we can build a stronger public education system in Illinois together. Compliance Plus IASA launched Compliance Plus last July to help districts save time and navigate ISBE and ROE compliance more efficiently. Thanks to our excellent facilitators, Cheryl Graff and Robert Wolfe, participants received support beyond compliance, including strategies to maximize transportation claims, utilize indirect costs and implement more streamlined procedures. We are proud to renew the pilot program for a second year. The sign-up form is posted on the IASA website.

Dr. Brent Clark IASA Executive Director

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IASA Membership Benefits

By the Numbers IASA Active membership continues to grow. Over the past two years, the association has added more than 30 active members. IASA currently serves 97 percent of superintendents in Illinois and has seen an influx of assistant superintendents and central office staff wanting to become Active IASA members. Total membership numbers have remained steady. IASA currently serves over 1,700 total members, including over 400 retired members, school service members and full-time professors. The IASA welcomed 82 new superintendents for the 2023–2024 school year. While one of these individuals transferred from another state, 81 rose through the ranks of the Illinois public school system. In FY 24, there were 48 superintendent retirements and 25 transfers. Overview of Services IASA is the state’s premier advocacy organization for school administrators. Our mission statement is to support school leaders in the pursuit of educational excellence through continued school improvement. IASA specific membership benefits include legal support, networking opportunities, mentoring services, professional development, communications assistance, legislative advocacy and resources. However, we also are proud to offer personal services for each member. These services, though well known by the members, are not reported in any specific detail in order to protect the confidentiality of those members who access these services. For example, the executive director and administrative team are just a phone call away to assist members who need guidance in matters ranging from issues of school administration and communications issues to matters concerning individual employment contracts. Professional Development IASA is deeply committed to strengthening the work of superintendents and preparing future leaders. Under the direction of Associate Director of Professional Development Dr. Bridges, we offer personalized and on-demand professional development to individual school districts or

IASA regions. Contaact Dr. Bridges to see how IASA can meet your professional development needs. In addition, IASA offers a full slate of administrator academies and workshops. Each session is led by an experienced and knowledgeable practitioner. We also offer evaluator academies to fulfill state requirements and academies focused on strengthening leadership skills. Other academy topics include collective bargaining, health life safety compliance and school safety. During FY 2024, IASA produced 197 academies, workshops, conferences, webinars and other presentations, serving more than 5,000 educators. Field Services Directors IASA Field Services Directors Ralph Grimm, Dr. Gary Kelly, Diane Robertson, Dr. Brian Harris, Dr. Gary Zabilka and Dr. Vic Zimmerman provide a wide array of services, ranging from mentoring new superintendents to providing group and one-on-one assistance to superintendents. The IASA Field Services Directors also assist superintendents with resources, training and relevant member services. To access a detailed state map of assigned Field Service Director areas, click here. IASA Mentoring Program During 2023–24 school year, IASA provided mentors to 81 new superintendents and more than 174 second- and third year superintendents. We are pleased to provide first-year superintendents with this service at no cost. New Superintendents Conference The IASA New Superintendents’ Conference was attended by 66 superintendents in July of 2023. The event is complimentary and is a perfect opportunity to connect with other first-year superintendents, gather vital information and build a support network for your first year on the job. Professional Development Cohorts IASA’s cohort model offers the best opportunity to network, build close relationships with peers, hear from high level education speakers and grow both personally and professionally. In FY 2024, we continued the IASA School for Advanced Leadership (ISAL), new cohorts—Level Up

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week-long boot camp. More than 80 participants have been hired as superintendent within five years of attending this academy. The next Aspiring Superintendent Academy will be held June 2025. Legal Support and Services The IASA Legal Support Program works in concert with and independently from the AASA legal assistance program. At no additional cost, IASA member superintendents can contact IASA’s in-house general counsel, Chad Watkins, for legal consultation regarding contracts and assistance in job-related legal actions or proceedings. There are also instances where IASA members can obtain private counsel through a formula-driven financial reimbursement of private attorney fees. To help members navigate complex legal issues, IASA hosts virtual legal workshops led by experienced school attorneys. In FY 2024, IASA hosted 20 legal workshops. Legislative Advocacy As a statewide association, IASA is a united voice for superintendents in the Illinois General Assembly. We work tirelessly to advocate for legislation that will improve education in our state and benefit our members. IASA employs a Chief of Staff, Emily Warnecke, and a full-time Director of Governmental Relations, Madeline McCune. Whenever issues of interest or importance happen at the State Capitol, the IASA will provide members with an analysis regarding what legislative proposals mean, potential impacts and what counter-proposals might emerge. The Capitol Watch reports are timely, delivered electronically and only available to IASA members. In addition, IASA unveiled an online Bill Tracker/Analysis tool in 2022 that is exclusive to IASA membership. Communications Members have direct access to Jason Nevel, Director of Communications, for consultation and assistance in developing talking points, media statements or messages to parents. IASA members can also access a library of template letters on the IASA website that make it easy to quickly turnaround messages to families.

Leadership, Elevate Women in Leadership and Reimagining Rural Leadership. • ISAL: Originally launched in 2010, IASA’s School for Advanced Leadership is unlike any professional development experience available to superintendents in Illinois because it integrates personal and professional growth plans with the cultivation of lifelong relationships. At this point in time, seven ISAL classes and a total of 175 ISAL fellows have successfully completed the two-year cohorts. The eighth cohort will kick off its first session in January 2025. • LEVEL UP LEADERSHIP: In September 2022, IASA launched the first of its kind statewide cohort for assistant superintendents and central office administrators. The first class included 41 educators. Participants met quarterly in Springfield at the IASA headquarters. The cohort finished its final meeting on May 3, 2024. • ELEVATE: This premier professional development opportunity was designed by female superintendents for female superintendents. The new cohort—the first of its kind in Illinois—launched in February 2023. Eight sessions will be held throughout the cohort, which wraps up in August 2024. The first class of Elevate featured 21 female superintendents. • REIMAGINING RURAL LEADERSHIP: IASA opened registration for this new cohort for rural educators in April 2023. The cohort launched with a site visit to Bunker Hill CUSD #8 in September 2023, followed by six virtual sessions and a final site visit to Olympia CUSD #16 in May 2024. Aspiring Superintendent Academy The IASA Aspiring Superintendent Academy (ASA) is a four-day academy designed for administrators seeking to become a superintendent. The learning academy hones participants’ leadership knowledge and skills and gives them a view of the modern superintendency. Since it launched in July 2016, 313 educators have attended this

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Membership Benefits continued Networking Opportunities The superintendency does not have to be a lonely job. IASA region meetings offer regular opportunities to communicate with peers about timely issues common to educational leaders. Also throughout the year, IASA hosts various networking opportunities for female school administrators to support, share success stories and celebrate Women in Leadership. IASA Annual Conference The IASA Annual Conference offers members the opportunity to hear from nationally known speakers as well as participate in breakout sessions and other professional development opportunities. The 2024 Annual Conference is scheduled for September 25–27, 2024. This year’s conference will be held at The President Abraham Lincoln Springfield—a Double Tree by Hilton hotel and the BOS Center. Publications and Resources IASA produces various publications and resources that help keep you informed: • LEADERSHIP MATTERS : Our award-winning monthly magazine includes messages from IASA Executive Director Dr. Brent Clark, as well as stories about innovative, successful programs from peers throughout the state and issues important to public education in Illinois. • TASK PLANNER: To help superintendents keep up with important dates and manage extensive responsibilities, IASA developed a monthly task planner. • EYE ON EDUCATION: IASA sends members a daily synopsis of education-related news stories. • IASA PODCAST: The IASA Podcast is another resource to learn about innovative programs and legislative events happening across Illinois. • IASA MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY : The IASA Membership Directory includes contact information for school administrators across the state as well as a list of School Service Members, retired members and professors.

Return of Dues Program IASA continues to provide the Return of Dues Program to its members. This program is a self-funded insurance program that reimburses the estate of a deceased member, the regular and/or retired dues paid to the Association for the most recent 10 consecutive years. The Return of Dues Program lapses in the 11th year of retirement. Both programs (legal support and return of dues) operate within the financial parameters set many years ago, that of being funded from interest earned by the fund accounts. Stay Connected with IASA EMAIL : IASA keeps you informed about professional development opportunities, educational programs and other initiatives through direct emails. TWITTER : Keep up with IASA on Twitter by following @IllinoisASA and staff member accounts: Executive Director @docclark05; General Counsel @ChadPWatkins; Professional Development @DrDawnIASA; Government Relations @MadMcCune_IL, @MrsWarnecke and @IllinoisASAGR. WEBSITE : IASA’s redesigned website (iasaedu.org) is your go-to source for all information about IASA. The website includes information about professional development, governmental relations, communications, membership, legal services, corporate partnerships, sponsored programs, a calendar of events, online registration for conferences and more. IASA MOBILE APP: The IASA App is the easiest way to access information about IASA programs and services. The app is free to use and can be downloaded on Google Play or the Apple App Store (search for IllinoisASA).

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Sponsored Programs Illinois Energy Consortium Powered by Future Green

In addition, the P-Card streamlines the purchasing process, reduces the purchase order paperwork, increases budget and internal controls, provides better reporting, and reduces the cost of making monthly payments to vendors. While it looks like a credit card, the P-Card does not have a revolving monthly credit. The balance is paid in full every month. As the current insurance marketplace continues to contract and there are fewer options for Illinois Public Schools, the Workers’ Compensation Self-Insurance Trust (WCSIT) and Illinois School District Agency (ISDA) are ready to provide quality programs and services for their members, just as they have done for a combined 60-plus years. WCSIT and ISDA (collectively WCSIT*ISDA) continuously strive to make coverage choices easier and more cost effective for Illinois schools by offering extensive options. Additionally, WCSIT*ISDA has a dedicated staff with years of experience serving schools and providing loss control services to help reduce potential risks and claims. IASA Compliance Plus IASA launched Compliance Plus last year to help districts save time and navigate ISBE and ROE compliance more efficiently. Based on overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants, IASA Compliance Plus is returning for the 2024–25 school year. The program is facilitated by Cheryl Graff, former Regional Superintendent, and Robert Wolfe, former Chief Financial Officer at ISBE. Cheryl and Robert provide on-demand and customized support to your questions on a wide range of matters dealing with school finance and compliance. Safe School ID Ensuring student safety is multi-faceted, but one way to provide another layer of security, and manage risk, is to vet more of the people that enter school buildings and campuses. Safe School ID, a new jointly sponsored Workers Compensation Self-Insurance Trust, Illinois School District Agency

The Illinois Energy Consortium (IEC Powered by Future Green) was formed in 1997 as an Illinois not-for-profit corporation and started serving schools as a statewide energy purchasing consortium in 1999. IEC is a joint program co-sponsored by Illinois ASBO, IASA and IASB. The Future Green Energy Consortium was created in 2017 by Illinois ASBO, IASA and IASB as a way to provide members with renewable electric power solutions at no out-of pocket cost. FGEC is dedicated to creating a stable energy environment by increasing the utilization of renewables in every Illinois district. Illinois school districts and community colleges have utilized these savings to bring more money into meeting their educational goals. The IEC Powered by Future Green offers Electric, Gas, Solar and Bus2Grid options. School districts that are interested in harnessing the power of an energy consortium are encouraged to contact Haj Young, Chief Executive Officer of the Illinois Energy Consortium Powered by Future Green, at haj@future-green. org or 815-200-8721. ISDLAF+ The Illinois School District Liquid Asset Fund Plus (“The Fund”) offers a variety of opportunities to school districts for the investment and management of funds, which includes school districts and community colleges in Illinois. Since its inception, ISDLAF+ is the only investment program sponsored by three separate benchmark associations: IASA, Illinois ASBO, and IASB. Each recognizes the fund as being powerfully and uniquely suited to the needs of Illinois school districts—providing the ideal mix of safety, liquidity, and yield. P-Card The P-Card (Procurement Card) Program continues to grow each year. A popular benefit of the IASA, IASB, Illinois ASBO, and IPA sponsored program is the rebate that is given to each participating school district. Rebate amounts are based on the total volume each school spends.

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Sponsored Programs continued

Guard911 is a sponsored program. There is a onetime only setup/activation fee with a monthly service fee thereafter which includes unlimited, approved users. The app is designed to protect K–12 schools against senseless acts of violence by shortening the police notification and subsequent response time.

program by IASA and IARSS that provides the tools and the power to fully vet and manage every vendor employee who enters a school—at no additional cost to the district. ISEBC/MSEBP The Illinois Schools Employee Benefits Consortium (ISEBC) and the Metropolitan Schools Employee Benefits Program (MSEBP) include a proprietary fully insured, comprehensive group health insurance plan that offers member school districts the opportunity to provide employees health benefits at affordable prices. The customizable benefit packages include flexibility with coverage and deductibles, life insurance, short and long-term disability, dental, vision and COBRA among other features. ISEBC serves all counties statewide with the exception of Cook and the collar counties. The MSEBP serves the Cook and collar counties. BuyBoard BuyBoard is an online purchasing cooperative designed to streamline the purchasing process and help members make confident buying decisions. It is a free, value-added service that is available to IASA members. BuyBoard leverages the power of a nationwide network of purchasers to drive down prices of commodities, goods, and services. Because of this, IASA members are able to leverage better pricing from vendors. There are many well-known brand names on the product list. Members can place orders on the secure website or fax purchase orders for same-day processing. SchoolGuard SchoolGuard®, developed by Guard911, is a smartphone app that provides a panic button for teachers and staff on their phone by immediately alerting nearby law enforcement through the Hero911® rapid-response network, while simultaneously calling 911 with the touch of a single button.

Other Programs

Job Bank sm The Illinois Education Job Bank sm continues to expand in use by both employers and job seekers and is the leading Internet educational job posting service in Illinois. More than 870 Illinois school districts and 158 other educational institutions are utilizing the Job Bank’s services. Senate Bill 7 Performance Ranking Tool IASA’s Senate Bill 7 Performance Rankings Tool gives schools a method of managing district positions aligned to local qualifications, teacher’s credentials and performance ratings. The program compiles this local data and creates reports needed to comply with Senate Bill 7 and related laws since the passage of SB7. Compsych IASA has contracted with a private provider, ComPsych, to provide five counseling sessions to IASA Active Members, their family members and/or household members at no charge as part of your membership benefits. Guidance Resources benefits via ComPsych will give you and your dependents confidential support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Information can be emailed upon request.

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to SUPPORT SCHOOL LEADERS Of in the pursuit educational excellence

IASA Mission

through continued school improvement

IASA Vision

educational success FOR ALL students

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IASA Permanent Goals

To be the most respected and effective educational association in Illinois;

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to be the best school administrator’s association in the country.

IASA

Platform • All students must be educated to their fullest potential. • The public school system must provide all students with the opportunity to develop skills and the desire to be lifelong learners. • The continuation of American democracy is predicated on an educated and participatory citizenry. • A quality education is essential for enlightened citizenship, purposeful employment, and meaningful life experiences. • Public school system graduates must be able to compete successfully in a global economy. • Public education must ensure and actively promote an appreciation for the cultural differences that exist across our state and nation. • All citizens must share in the responsibility to support a technologically advanced public school system. • The State has the primary responsibility for ensuring adequate & equitable financing of the public school system. • The appropriation of public funds for education should be limited to the public school system. • School administrators must always strive for an efficient system of quality educational programs and services. • Schools must be safe environments.

• All educators must work cooperatively to coordinate

the talents of all involved in the process of teaching and learning.

• Administrators must provide leadership and information to boards of education and other policy makers at the local/state and national levels. • Administrators must involve the whole community in the education of its children. • The school district superintendent is the educational leader of the school district and the community it serves. • The school district superintendent must promote fairness of opportunities for all student population groups. • The school district superintendent must assist parents in meeting their responsibilities as active participants in the educational process. • The school district superintendent must be an advocate for the employment and maintenance of a quality teaching and support staff. • A successful public school system begins with a strong working relationship between the board of education and the superintendent.

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2023–2024 Membership Reports Membership Growth Since 2000

Active and Full-Time Professor Members School Service Members Retired Members

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2023–2024 IASA Active and Full-Time Professor Membership Analysis: The following chart shows a breakdown of the 2023–2024 Active and Full-Time Professor membership categories. 832 superintendents are

Superintendents 72%

University Staff, Principals and Others

15%

8%

Assistant Superintendents

Regional Superintendents and Assistant Regional Superintendents

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IASA members, or 97% of the state’s 856 superintendents.

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Regional Membership Analysis

The following chart shows the 2023–2024 membership for Active Members (plus Full-Time Professors) and Retired Members, by Regions.

Active & Full-Time Professors

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Congratulations To These 13 Regions For Achieving 100% * Superintendent Membership: • Blackhawk • Central IL Valley

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• DuPage • Illini • Northwest • Shawnee • Three Rivers

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Board of Directors—Officers 2023–2024

President-Elect Dr. Anthony Scarsella

Past President Dr. Kevin Blankenship Superintendent Scott-Morgan CUSD #2 Winchester CUSD #1

President Dr. Roger Alvey Superintendent Illini Bluffs CUSD #327

Superintendent Palos CCSD #118

Treasurer and Illini Barbara Thompson

Secretary and Starved Rock Dr. Steve Wrobleski Superintendent La Salle-Peru Twp HSD #120

Superintendent Fisher CUSD #1

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Board of Directors—Members 2023–2024

Central Illinois Valley Dr. Chad Wagner Superintendent Elmwood CUSD #322

Cook North Dr. Don Angelaccio Superintendent Prospect Heights SD #23

Blackhawk Dr. Jay Morrow Superintendent United Twp HSD #30

Abe Lincoln Tip Reedy Superintendent Williamsville CUSD #15

Cook South Dr. Jeff Stawick Superintendent CCSD #146

Cook West Dr. Kevin Skinkis Superintendent Riverside-Brookfield HSD #208

Corn Belt Ryan McGuckin Superintendent Woodland CUSD #5

DuPage Dr. Hank Thiele Superintendent CHSD #99

Egyptian Richard Towers Superintendent Christopher USD #99

Lake Robert Gold Superintendent Big Hollow SD #38

Kishwaukee Stephen Wilder Superintendent Sycamore CUSD #427

Kaskaskia Dr. Scott E. Doerr Superintendent Nokomis CUSD #22

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Board of Directors—Members 2023–2024

Northwest Timothy J. Schurman Superintendent Chadwick-Milledgeville CUSD #399

Shawnee Dr. Lori James-Gross Superintendent Unity Point CCSD #140

Southwestern Matthew Stines Superintendent Grant CCSD #110

Three Rivers Dr. John Palan Superintendent Grant Park CUSD #6

Two Rivers Dr. Kelle Bunch Superintendent Liberty CUSD #2

Wabash Valley Andrew Johnson Superintendent Effingham CUSD #40

Western Christopher Janssen Superintendent Spoon River Valley CUSD #4

At Large Director Dr. Kimako Patterson Chief of Staff ISBE

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Region Presidents

CHAIR

Dr. Roger L. Alvey, Supt., Illini Bluffs CUSD #327

ASSOCIATE CHAIR

Dr. Anthony M. Scarsella, Supt., Palos CCSD #118

REGION Abe Lincoln

Curtis Nettles, Supt., Clinton CUSD #15

Blackhawk

Dr. Adam Brumbaugh, Supt., Geneseo CUSD #228

Central IL Valley Dr. Scott Dearman, Supt., Dunlap CUSD #323

Cook North

Dr. Michael C. Connolly, Supt., Wheeling CCSD #21

Cook South

Dr. Tina L. Halliman, Supt., SPEED S.E.J.A. #802

Cook West

Dr. Edward J. Condon, III, Supt., River Forest SD #90

Corn Belt

Dr. Lisa Taylor, Supt., Heyworth CUSD #4

DuPage

Dr. Mary Henderson, Supt., Roselle SD #12

Egyptian

Mike D. Denault, Supt., Waltonville CUSD #1

Illini

Dr. Crystal Johnson-Maden, Supt., Rossville-Alvin CUSD #7

Kaskaskia

Dr. Brad Detering, Supt., Salem CHSD #600

Kishwaukee

Dr. John M. Bute, Supt., Prairie Grove CSD #46

Lake

Dr. Kelley Gallt, Supt., Lake Zurich CUSD #95

Northwest

Sheri Smith, Supt., Forrestville Valley CUSD #221

Shawnee

Dr. Landon Sommer, Supt., Century CUSD #100

Southwestern Dr. David Deets, Supt., Mascoutah #19

Starved Rock

R. Jamie Craven, Supt., Peru ESD #124

Three Rivers

Dr. Shannon Dudek, Supt., Morris SD #54

Two Rivers

Adam Dean, Supt., Triopia CUSD #27

Wabash Valley Josh Quick, Supt., Robinson CUSD #2

Western

Dr. James Dunlap, Supt., ROWVA CUSD #208

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Governing Board and Committees IASA accomplishments are always tied to the commitment of the IASA Governing Board members working as both individuals and leaders of the various IASA Committees. The Governing Board is the primary decision-making body of IASA, consisting of members of the 21 regions and one at-large representative. IASA has three Super Regions: Northcentral,

The IASA-ISBE Advisory Committee meets regularly with the State Superintendent of Education and members of the ISBE staff to discuss and review matters of educational policy and programs. The Professional Development Committee is a hands-on, working committee that works in conjunction with IASA’s Associate Director of Professional Development to design and develop IASA programs and activities. IASA offers personalized and on-demand professional development for superintendents, administrators, principals and teachers. In 2007, the Professional Development Committee made a recommendation to the Board of Directors to establish the “Dr. Walter H. Warfield and Dr. Jacob S. Broncato AAC Scholarship” and allow each region to award one scholarship annually. The recipients of this scholarship can attend one IASA Administrators’ Academy Credit course at no cost, which will help to ensure that they meet the requirements for certificate renewal. In addition to offering courses throughout the school year, the IASA School of Professional Development also offers courses as early bird sessions at the IASA Annual Conference and a special session at the Joint Annual Conference. Established activities for new superintendents continue to be well-attended. IASA continues to work regularly with the IASB, Illinois ASBO and IPA to meet the professional development needs of its respective members. A guiding principle for the work done here is not to duplicate programs that would compete for the limited time and money administrators have to spend on professional development. The Membership and Communications Committee focus is on communications and public relations and the recruitment and retention of members in all of the IASA membership categories. Special emphasis remains on all active, school service and new superintendents. As the IASA communications outreach program continues to grow, this committee will serve as a resource and focus group for staff.Although not required, joint membership in AASA is also encouraged. Within the AASA governance structure, Illinois is being represented by five members on the AASA Governing Board.

Northeastern, and Southern. Each consists of seven IASA Regions from which the IASA Governing Board rotationally elects the IASA President. A map indicating the boundaries of the 21 IASA Regions and three Super Regions is included on page 26 of this report. Dr. Roger Alvey of Illini Bluffs CUSD #327 [Northcentral Super Region] served as President for the 2023–24 year, with Dr. Anthony Scarsella of Palos CCSD #118 [Northeastern Super Region] becoming President on July 1, 2024. Dr. Scott Doerr of Nokomis CUSD #22 [Southern Super Region] was voted President-Elect and will become President on July 1, 2025. In the event that a Super Region has no candidate for the position of president-elect in any given year, the rotation would then pass to the next Super Region in the rotation. The Super Region that declined to put forth a candidate would be eligible for the election of a president-elect during its next turn in the rotation. For the purpose of running for and holding presidential offices of the IASA, a member’s Super Region will be determined at the time of the election. Should a member move from the Super Region during the time of serving as the IASA President Elect, President, or Immediate Past-President, it will have no impact on office eligibility. The Governmental Relations and Advocacy Committee (GRAC) continues to function as the legislative workhorse of the Association. Before being brought before the Governing Board for adoption, the GRAC reviews and develops the resolutions and position statements. A current list of the IASA Resolutions and Position Statements are posted on the IASA website. On the federal legislative front, IASA coordinates with the AASA Legislative Corps.

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Committees

GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE

Region

IASA-ISBE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

CHAIR: Dr. Roger L. Alvey, Supt., Illini Bluffs CUSD #327 ASSOCIATE CHAIR: Dr. Anthony M. Scarsella, Supt., Palos CCSD #118

CHAIR: Dr. Scott E. Doerr, Supt., Nokomis CUSD #22 ASSOCIATE CHAIRS: Robert Gold, Supt., Big Hollow SD #38;

Dr. Kimako Patterson, Chief of Staff, Illinois State Board of Education; Tip Reedy, Supt., Williamsville CUSD #15 and Dr. Henry Thiele, Supt., CHSD #99

Abe Lincoln

Dan W. Cox, Supt., Rochester CUSD #3A

Jennifer Gill, Supt., Springfield SD #186

Blackhawk Central IL Valley Cook North

Dr. Rachel Savage, Supt., Moline-Coal Valley CUSD #40 Scott Petrie, Supt., Mercer County School District #404

Dr. Benjamin D. Lee, Supt., Metamora CCSD #1

Robert Bardwell, Supt., Eureka CUSD #140

Dr. Laurie Heinz, Supt., Palatine CCSD #15

Dr. Kaine Osburn, Supt., Avoca SD #37

Cook South

Dr. Adam Thorns, Supt., Chicago Ridge SD #127-5

Dr. Anthony Edison, Supt., Posen-Robbins ESD #143-5

Cook West

Dr. Mary Havis, Supt., Berwyn South SD #100

Dr. Jennifer Kelsall, Supt., Ridgewood CHSD #234

Corn Belt

Mark Hettmansberger, Supt., Odell CCSD #435

Paul T. Deters, Supt., Lexington CUSD #7

DuPage

Dr. Andrew S. Wise, Supt., Center Cass SD #66

Mark R. Cross, Supt., Cass SD #63

Egyptian

Quent Hamilton, Supt., Zeigler-Royalton CUSD #188

Matt Donkin, Supt., Frankfort CUSD #168

Illini

Dr. Jean M. Neal, Supt., Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUSD #4 Phil Cox, Supt., Salt Fork CUSD #512

Kaskaskia

Aaron Hopper, Supt., Panhandle CUSD #2

Michael J. Shackelford, Supt., Brownstown CUSD #201

Dr. Lea M. Damisch, Supt., Marengo Union Elementary CSD #165

Kishwaukee

Dr. Ehren R. Jarrett, Supt., Rockford SD #205

Lake

Dr. Daniel Woestman, Supt., Warren Twp HSD #121

Dr. Mikkel Storaasli, Supt., Grayslake CHSD #127

Northwest

Dr. Phillip Caposey, Supt., Meridian CUSD #223

Dr. Tom D. Mahoney, Supt., Oregon CUSD #220

Shawnee

Kathy Clark, Supt., Johnston City CUSD #1

Dr. Steve Webb, Supt., Goreville CUSD #1

Southwestern

Dr. Jason Henderson, Supt., Triad CUSD #2

Dr. Carrie Hruby, Supt., O'Fallon CCSD #90

Starved Rock

Michael J. Pillion, Supt., Oglesby ESD #125

Brian M. DeBernardi, Supt., La Salle ESD #122

Three Rivers

Dr. Theresa R. Rouse, Supt., Joliet PSD #86

Dr. Paul Schrik, Supt., Troy CCSD #30C

Two Rivers

Dr. Donna Veile, Supt., Payson CUSD #1

Scott D. Riddle, Supt., CUSD #4

Wabash Valley

Jakie Walker, Supt., Red Hill CUSD #10

Dr. Joel Hackney, Supt., Flora CUSD #35

Western

Guy Gradert, Supt., West Prairie CUSD #103

Angela Simmons-Kenser, Supt., CUSD #3 Fulton County

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Region MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

CHAIR: Dr. Jay Morrow, Supt., United Twp HSD #30 ASSOCIATE CHAIRS: Dr. Kelle S. Bunch, Supt. Liberty CUSD #2

CHAIR: Timothy J. Schurman, Supt., Chadwick-Milledgeville CUSD #399 ASSOCIATE CHAIRS: Dr. Lori James-Gross, Supt., Unity Point CCSD #140

Dr. Kevin Skinkis, Supt., Riverside-Brookfield Twp HSD #208 Dr. Jeff Stawick, Supt., CCSD #146

Dr. John Palan, Supt., Grant Park CUSD #6 Matthew A. Stines, Supt., Grant CCSD #110

Abe Lincoln

Dr. Bradley Polanin, Supt., Riverton CUSD #14

Jilinda Larson, Supt., New Berlin CUSD #16

Blackhawk Central IL Valley Cook North

Dr. Carl Johnson, Supt., Sherrard CUSD #200

Chad Gripp, Supt., Bradford CUSD #1

Dr. Darrick Reiley, Supt., Monroe SD #70

Jake Flowers, Supt., Norwood ESD #63

Dr. Michael C. Connolly, Supt., Wheeling CCSD #21

Dr. Kenneth E. Wallace, Supt., Maine Township HSD #207

Cook South

Dr. Donna Leak, Supt., CCSD #168 - Sauk Village

Dr. Sandra Thomas, Supt., ECHO Joint Agreement #457

Cook West

Dr. Janice S. Rashid, Supt., River Grove SD #85-5

Dr. Leah C. Gauthier, Supt., Elmwood Park CUSD #401

Dr. Michele Lindenmeyer, Supt., Milford Area Public SD #124

Corn Belt

Dr. David M. Mouser, Supt., Bloomington SD #87

DuPage

Dr. Jean Barbanente, Supt., DuPage HSD #88

Dr. Nick Sutton, Supt., Addison School District #4

Egyptian

Dr. Tammy Beckham, Supt., Spring Garden CCSD #178

Melanie Andrews, Supt., Mt. Vernon Twp HSD #201

Illini

Bonnie McArthur, Supt., Thomasboro CCSD #130

Dr. Scott C. Woods, Supt., Rantoul City SD #137

Kaskaskia

Kerry Herdes, Supt., South Central CCSD #401

Dr. Jennifer Garrison, Supt., Vandalia CUSD #203

Kishwaukee

Tiffany Elswick, Supt., Alden Hebron SD #19

Dr. Corey Tafoya, Supt., Harvard CUSD #50

Lake

Dr. William R. Newby, Supt., Grass Lake SD #36

Dr. Bhavna Sharma-Lewis, Supt., Diamond Lake SD #76

Northwest

Dr. Tad Everett, Supt., Sterling CUSD #5

Dr. Kelly Mandrell, Supt., Polo CUSD #222

Shawnee

Jami Hodge, Sp. Ed. Dir., Williamson Cty. Sp. Ed. Coop. #3 Edwin Shoemate, Supt., Cobden USD #17

Southwestern

Dr. Kelly Carpenter, Supt., Dupo CUSD #196

Dr. Jill R. Griffin, Supt., Bethalto CUSD #8

Starved Rock

Dr. Michael Miller, Supt., Henry-Senachwine CUSD #5

Dr. Jodi Moore, Supt., Leland CUSD #1

Three Rivers

Shannon M. Anderson, Supt., Momence CUSD #1

Rachel Kinder, Supt., Valley View CUSD #365U

Two Rivers

Tracey Fair, Sp. Ed. Dir., Four Rivers Sp. Ed. Dist. #801

Jeff Abell, Supt., Griggsville-Perry CUSD #4

Wabash Valley Western

Kim Kessler, Dir., South Eastern Special Education

Casey Adam, Supt., Altamont CUSD #10

Dustin W. Day, Supt., Carthage ESD #317

Jeff T. Whitsitt, Supt., United CUSD #304

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BUDGET COMMITTEE

CHAIR Barbara Thompson, Supt., Fisher CUSD #1

MEMBERS Dr. Roger L. Alvey, Supt., Illini Bluffs CUSD #327

Dr. Donald S. Angelaccio, Supt., Prospect Heights SD #23 Dr. Kevin Blankenship, Supt., Scott-Morgan CUSD #2 and Winchester CUSD #1 Christopher Janssen, Supt., Spoon River Valley CUSD #4 Andrew D. Johnson, Supt., Effingham CUSD #40 Dr. Ryan McGuckin, Supt., Woodland CUSD #5 Dr. Anthony M. Scarsella, Supt., Palos CCSD #118 Dr. Henry Thiele, Supt., CHSD #99 Stephen Wilder, Supt., Sycamore CUSD #427 Dr. Steven R. Wrobleski, Supt., La Salle-Peru Twp HSD #120

BYLAWS COMMITTEE

CHAIR Dr. Jay Morrow, Supt., United Twp HSD #30

MEMBERS Dr. Scott E. Doerr, Supt., Nokomis CUSD #22 Dr. Kevin Skinkis, Supt., Riverside-Brookfield Twp HSD #208

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Continuous School Service Members

School Service Membership in IASA sends a clear message that businesses are supportive of the work of IASA and its membership. We at IASA are appreciative of the commitment of the School Service Members and have provided additional recognition to them based on the number of years of continuous membership in four groups: Platinum—20 or more years; Gold—10 to 19 years; Silver—6 to 9 years; and Bronze—3 to 5 years. Thank You!

PLATINUM

Berg Engineering Consultants, Ltd. Bushue Human Resources, Inc. Cordogan, Clark & Assoc., Inc. Estes, Bridgewater & Ogden Healy Bender Patton & Been Architects Horace Mann Companies Ideal Environmental Engineering, Inc.

Illinois Energy Consortium Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. Leidos, an Ameren Illinois Contractor Miller, Hall & Triggs, LLC Miller, Tracy, Braun, Funk & Miller, Ltd. Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg and Castaldo, Ltd.

Richard L. Johnson Associates, Inc. Stalker Sports Floors The Egyptian Trust The Sandner Group, a Div. of One80 Intermediaries Whitt Law LLC Wight & Company

GOLD

GRP|WEGMAN Graham & Hyde Architects, Inc. Holland Construction Services, Inc. JMA Architects Kings Financial Consulting Inc. Kluber Architects and Engineers, Inc. Lamp Incorporated Latham & Associates Inc. Petrarca, Gleason, Boyle & Izzo, LLC PMA Financial Network LLC

American Central Insurance Services American Fidelity Baysinger Architects, LLC Becker, Hoerner & Ysursa, P.C. Computer Information Concepts, Inc. ECRA Group, Inc.

Poettker Construction Quality Network Solutions Quest Food Management Services, Inc. Security Alarm Corp. Southern Bus and Mobility, Inc. Stifel Trane U.S. Inc.

Engie Services U.S. Equitable Advisors Frederick Quinn Corporation Frontline Education

Tria Architecture, Inc. Zukowski Law Offices

SILVER Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. Ameresco, Inc. BWP & Associates CORE Construction Services of IL, Inc. DYOPATH

Hansen & Cleary, LLC Illinois Public Risk Fund Kriha Boucek Law LLC Learning Technology Center of Illinois Raymond James

Renaissance Robbins Schwartz TCG Advisors, a HUB International Company The Voyager Group Ltd.

BRONZE

AFLAC Boller Construction Co., Inc. Clemens & Associates DLA Architects, Ltd. Engler Callaway Baasten & Sraga, LLC

Franczek P.C. Guin Mundorf, LLC

S.M. Wilson & Co. Schools of Illinois Public Cooperative Studio GC Architects + Interiors SuperEval/Transformative Learning The Unland Companies Tueth Keeney Cooper Mohan & Jackstadt P.C.

Himes, Petrarca & Fester, Chtd. Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc. Odelson, Murphey, Frazier and McGrath, Ltd. Omni Energy Partners Opaa! Food Management, Inc.

EvaluWise—Vista Learning Finalsite/Blackboard K12

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