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Dr. Carmen Ayala discusses why she wanted to become state superintendent and goals she has for the Illinois State Board of Education. PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST

Making A Difference Part VIII: How Schools Are Using EBF

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8 ISBE Board Hears Concerns About Teacher Shortage

Professional Development Opportunities

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Seniors at Abingdon-Avon High School are earning associate degrees before graduating from high school this Spring. In an IASA Podcast excerpt, Superintendent James Ongtengco tells what it meant for Fenton to be named AP District of the Year.

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IASA News in Brief

IASA Calendar of Events

APDISTRICT OF THEYEAR: Fenton HSD#100

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SAFE’s Moon Scholarship Award Recipients

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