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assistance in developing talking points, media statements or messages to parents. In addition, IASA’s online monthly magazine, Leadership Matters , is one of IASA’s main communications vehicles. The 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. Ways to Stay Connected with IASA There are a variety of ways you can stay connected with IASA. Twitter: Follow IASA on Twitter @IllinoisASA or follow Executive Director @docclark05, Director of Governmental Relations @ IllinoisASAGR, Director of Professional Development @drorzel and Legal Counsel @ChadPWatkins. Facebook: Follow IASA on Facebook by “liking” the Illinois Association of School Administrators page. Website: The IASA Website (www.iasaedu.org) is the source for a quick intel briefing for members featuring news and access to information you can’t get anywhere else. Find a live Twitter feed, a calendar of events, details on upcoming professional development programs, online registration for conferences, comprehensive video and podcast library and access to all IASA publications as well as a member’s only access to documents. Eye on Education: This resource continues to be popular with members. Track late breaking news and information through the electronic news feed Eye On Education delivered to you daily via email. 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, the Apple App Store (search for IllinoisASA). IASA Podcasts: IASA on a regular basis produces podcasts on important issues facing public education in Illinois. You can access these podcasts at iasaedu.org, the IASA mobile app, or by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or other places

you get podcasts. Tune in frequently to hear interviews with special guests providing insight on important education- related issues. If you haven’t done so already, you’ll want to check out this new tool! Legislative Advocacy IASA has a full-time Director of Governmental Relations, Diane Hendren, to track legislation in the General Assembly and advocate on behalf of our members. Timely updates and political analysis are provided to members through reports. Lobbying activities are coordinated with the other members of the Illinois Statewide School Management Alliance, including the Illinois Association of School Boards, the Illinois Principals Association and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials. Members also receive a guide to members of the General Assembly and constitutional officers as well as meetings and seminars with elected and government officials. Networking Opportunities with Colleagues The IASA Annual Conference is held in the fall of each year. In addition to national-level speakers and professional development opportunities, this event offers unique opportunities to network with colleagues from around the state. Monthly region meetings offer regular opportunities to communicate with peers about timely issues common to educational leaders. 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 2020 fall conference was rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and was held virtually April 7–9, 2021. The 2021 Annual Conference is scheduled for September 29–October 1, 2021 at the President Abraham Lincoln Springfield—A Doubletree By Hilton Hotel and the BOS Center in Springfield, IL.

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