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April 2022 LeadershipMatters

Regional Partnership to Address Teacher Shortage Educational Pathways

Contract Renewals and Extensions: FAQ

Why Consider Digitizing Threat Assessments

Learn how 14 school districts in eastern Illinois partnered together with Parkland College and the Education For Employment (EFE) System #330 to develop an Education Pathways Program that provides students the opportunity to complete coursework, earn college credit and gain real-world experience through classroom observations and assisting full-time teachers. REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP TO ADDRESS TEACHER SHORTAGE

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Development Opportunities Summer Reading Program Why You Should Digitize Your School Threat Assessments Now IASA Calendar of Events

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Membership Drive 2023

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Student Residency in the Era of COVID-19 Determining Residency Of course, only a student who is a “resident” of the district can attend tuition-free. Typically, this means that a student is a resident of the district in which his parent or legal guardian resides. There are, however, other factors which may influence the student’s residency. As such, districts must make five critical determinations when registering a student: 1) Whether the student is eligible for special education services.... (continue reading)... replace w/ new Annual Conference 58th Registratio Housing Open This Summer! COVID-19 has impacted every area of school operations and student residency is no exception. School districts face verifying the residency of newly registered and returning students at the start of each new school year; but 2020 is anything but a usual school year. To help you in this process, we will look at best practice tips for verifying student residency, and the wrinkles involved in verifying student residency during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Message From the Executive Director Now is the perfect time to consider electric school buses

Dr. Brent Clark

Everydaymatters As a I wrote last month, school administrators have work to do. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted learning and many students, especially from low-income households, have fallen behind and need extra support. I encourage you to reinforce the message to your staff that everyday matters. This final stretch of classroom learning can make a difference in a child’s life and cannot be wasted. Summer Learning Partnership In a few short months, the 2021–22 school year will end and summer break will begin. To help curb summer learning loss and engage students in reading and math, IASA is again partnering with Renaissance to launch the Summer Learning Partnership. This is the seventh year of the initiative. See page 22 to learn more about how your district can support students over the summer. On themove? Let us know To close, if you are moving districts, retiring or becoming a new superintendent, please let us know by calling the IASA office at 217–753–2213 or emailing mmurphy@iasaedu.org. We want to make sure you continue to receive important updates, support and information from IASA. Next month, IASA plans to officially launch the FY 2023 Membership Drive to renew membership or join IASA. Be on a lookout for an email with more information.

If there ever was a time to consider introducing electric school buses to your fleet, now is it. A combination of federal dollars, high fuel costs, grants, rebate programs and an increase in production has created a tremendous opportunity for school districts. To help school leaders learn more about how to take advantage of this moment, IASA recently recorded a podcast with Haj Young, Associate Manager of the Future Green Energy Consortium, and Tim Farquer, superintendent of Williamsfield CUSD #210. Last April, Future Green expanded its offerings and ways it can save school districts money on energy costs by being a key partner in an initiative to equip school districts with electric school buses that can supply energy back to the grid. The podcast details Future Green’s Vehicle- to-Grid program, funding opportunities, the benefits of deploying electric school buses and more. Like I said before, the time is now. As part of the bipartisan infrastructure bill that was signed into law in 2021, the EPA was granted $5 billion over five years to encourage the electrification of school bus fleets. The EPA is in the process of beginning to roll out the $1 billion over the next few months. The EPA also released a presentation with additional information.

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Regional Partnership to Address the Teacher Shortage EducationPathways:

Left to right: Sophie Deck; Ms. Justine Gimer (teacher); Abigail Loewenstein; all from Mahomet-Seymour High School

By Dr. Lindsey Hall, Superintendent, Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3

The teacher shortage that has plagued school districts across Illinois and nationwide is a multi-faceted problem without easy fixes. That’s why educators in eastern Illinois, where I serve as superintendent of Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3, recognized that no single district could face this crisis alone. Beginning in the 2020–2021 school year, students across our region have had the opportunity to complete coursework, earn college credit and gain real-world experience through classroom observations and assisting full-time teachers as part of a new Education Pathway program jointly developed

by Parkland College, the Education For Employment (EFE) System #330 and local school districts. The goal is to generate a “pipeline” of future educators by identifying high school students who show an interest or curiosity in education. “It is a great example of secondary and post-secondary collaboration to ultimately provide a seamless transition into a high-need career area for our students,” said Nick Elder, the Executive Director of EFE #330.

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At left, Counselor Whitney Bennett; center, Samantha Payne; and Callie Luna. Samantha and Callie are rising seniors and will be in Education Pathways program next year, Rantoul Township High School

WhoParticipates The Early College and Career Academy (ECCA) was established in the 2015–2016 school year. ECCA is a regional dual credit academy for high school juniors and seniors from 14 schools in the EFE #330 region. Member districts of EFE #330 include public school districts in Champaign, Ford, Piatt and Douglas counties. There are currently nine different pathways available for students including: education pathway, automotive, industrial technology, construction trades, criminal justice, computer programming, precision agriculture, emergency medical services, and certified nursing assistant. The regional academy is administered by the EFE #330 office and is located at Parkland Community College in Champaign. All the programs are dual credit, so students are earning both high school and college credit. Students attend ECCA between 7:30–9:30 a.m. each day and then return to their home high school. The Education Pathway was added in the 2020–2021 school year to provide an option for our high school students who are interested in a career in education. In the first year of the Education Pathways program, nine students participated.

This year, the total is up to 16, representing many of the high schools in EFE #330. Student Requirements In the Education Pathway program, students complete a minimum of 45 hours of classroom observation and classroom assistance at their home school district or a feeder district for their high school. Students also earn 12 college credits in this year-long program. This is the first year that a mentoring program for the students enrolled is being piloted. Each student is paired up with an educator at their home high school. The mentor helps set up the observation schedule and meets with the student at least once per month to discuss the ECCA courses and current issues within education. The hope is to provide a stronger connection between the home high school and the ECCA program, along with providing a supportive structure for the participating students. “The Education Pathway program is especially important for us. All schools have been hit hard by the teacher

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Looking for the Perfect Candidate? IASA’s Illinois Education Job Bank SM can help you. More than 80,000 job seekers may visit the IASA Illinois Education Job Bank SM in one month. Avoid national sites that cost more and are not tailored to Illinois educators. The IASA Illinois Education Job Bank SM is trusted by superintendents across the state and makes finding qualified applicants to fill permanent, interim, part or full-time vacancies easy. • Set up the RSS feed option to automatically post your district’s vacancy to your district website • The Job Bank SM is set up to automatically send an email notice to your ROE when a position is posted • Easily flag your favorite applicants • Create job posting templates to save you time in the future

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Back row, L to R: Preston Hodges, Sam Fu, Justine Gimer, Abigail Loweinstein. Front row, L to R: Aiden McNamara, Sophie Deck, all from Mahomet-Seymour High School.

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as a teacher, you need to find a balance of having all of your students’ best interest in mind. I think this experience can also apply to other things in my day to day life.” Loewenstein added she feels more prepared to take on the role of a classroom teacher someday. “This program helped prepare for my future by addressing some tough situations that can happen in the classroom,” she said. “I think we got a raw view of teaching, including the positives and negatives that can come along with it. I think this experience will help us greatly when working in our own classroom.” Want toKnowMore? To close, we recognize this program is only one piece of the puzzle in addressing the teacher shortage. However, we hope shining light and exposing students to one of the most rewarding careers on the planet will boost the pipeline of future educators. If you’re interested in learning more about how school districts in your region can develop a similar partnership, I am happy to answer any questions. My email address is lhall@ms.k12.il.us. Thank you to: Nick Elder, Justine Gimer, Scott Amerio, Sophie Deck and Abigail Loewenstein for contributing to this article.

shortage and Rantoul is no exception to that,” said Scott Amerio, superintendent of Rantoul Township High School District. “We know that the best way to recruit teachers to our school is to look for those that already have some connection to Rantoul. The Education Pathway provides an excellent opportunity for us to do that and, not only be able to survive this teacher shortage, but recruit a more diverse teaching staff.” What ParticipantsSaid Justine Gimer is a special education teacher at Mahomet- Seymour High School. This year, she had two students (Abigail Loewenstein and Sophie Deck) in the Education Pathways program observing and assisting in her classroom, which serves special needs students in the school’s COMPASS program. “Having future educators in my classroom has been an amazing experience for both of us,” said Gimer. “I love that they can bring their knowledge from their Parkland classes and directly apply them in my room.” Deck said she enjoyed learning more about the teacher’s perspective. “I think this has been super valuable and something I will carry with me,” Deck said. “I am so used to thinking as the student and having my best interest at heart but,

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NewsInBrief

Power andEase for School Safety: WhyChoose? Creating a safe and supportive environment for your students and staff is your number one priority. Join IASA’s partner, CrisisGo, at their webinar on April 12, 2022 at 12 PM CST to learn how you can provide the highest level of protection to your school community with CrisisGo’s safety solutions. A panel of experts will show you how to give your staff members the information and tools they need to complete their tasks, while also allowing them to gain

AASA&JED: ComprehensiveMental HealthPromotion inSecondary Education: ChallengesandSolutions Student mental health is a recognized crisis in our country. Half of American teens report struggling with their mental health due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. AASA has partnered with the JED Foundation for a one-hour virtual panel to discuss how schools can answer the call and improve student mental health. The Jed Foundation created The Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention in High Schools. This evidence-based approach is the first of its kind and aligns with multi-tiered systems of support. It focuses on the seven domains key to building a healthy, resilient campus community and centers equitable implementation at every step. Click here to register.

knowledge and experience along the way. Reserve your spot by registering https://bit. ly/36ZELe2.

Rock theFAFSA There is still time to ensure your students get all the financial aid they are due. Approximately 60 percent of current high school seniors in Illinois have completed a FAFSA or Alternative Application. For those schools that participate in ISAC’s FAFSA data matching initiative, ISAC shares data identifying students who have not yet filed a financial aid application. You can use this information to help reach students who might otherwise not complete an application. Then, schedule a free ISAC financial aid completion workshop at your school—either in person or virtually. Just complete an Outreach Request and use the Rock the FAFSA toolkit to get the word out to students and families.

ISDLAF+MonthlyUpdate Click here to view the most current ISDLAF+ rates, economic indicators and general economic news brief. To obtain additional information regarding this IASA sponsored service, contact Fenil J. Patel, Senior Vice President, Investment Services/ISDLAF+ at 630–657–6437, or email: fpatel@ pmanetwork.com. Website: www.pmanetwork.com.

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Contract Renewals and Extensions: Answers to Frequent Questions

Chad Watkins IASA Associate Director/General Counsel

As part of my role as IASA general counsel, I support IASA members with their contract negotiations. This service is available to active members and non-members who are offered a superintendent contract with the understanding that they will join IASA upon taking the new position. When a superintendent takes their first job or moves to a new district, the process is straightforward: the contract is included in the offer and the hire is not finalized until both parties

continuation of the same contract. For the FAQ, we’ll use the term “new contract” to apply to a renewal or extension. Whendo I start theprocessof gettinga newcontract? You should initiate the process no later than January of the second to last year of your contract, but you do not have to wait this long. Anytime when things are going

have reached an agreement. But what if you are already the superintendent? Renewals and

well can be a good time to discuss your next contract. Regardless, you never want to go into the last year of a contract unless it is your last year before retirement. If your contract has not been renewed or extended by July 1st of your last contract year, you

extensions are less intuitive. While most contracts include a renewal/non- renewal provision, these are typically not applicable until the end of the last

year of the contract—a less than ideal time to determine whether you have further employment in that district. To bring some clarity to this process, I’ve prepared answers to the most frequently asked questions below. Keep in mind, however, that your district may do things a bit differently and that the following is provided for informative purposes and does not constitute legal advice. If you have questions specific to your situation, give me a call. What’s thedifferencebetweena contract renewal anda contract extension? Attorneys and others often use these two terms interchangeably. Technically, a renewal is replacing an old contract with a new contract and an extension is the

should treat it internally as if you have been non-renewed and seek out other opportunities, even if you continue the conversation with your current board about a new contract. Howdo I start theprocessof gettinga newcontract? The process typically begins with an informal conversation with the board president individually or the board in closed session to express your interest in continuing as the superintendent of the district. If there is mutual interest, it is time to consider what you would like to ask for. If there is not mutual interest or indecision on the board’s behalf, I would suggest an individual meeting with the board president 9 LM April 2022 continued on page 11...

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Howdo I negotiatemydesired changes into mynewcontract? Once you have determined what you would like in your new contract, I suggest scheduling a meeting with your board president to discuss the most salient proposals, typically the contract term, compensation, and benefits. Use that conversation as an opportunity to get a sense of the board’s feelings: Should you adjust some of your asks? Is the board more favorable to increases in some areas but not others? Is the board dead set against something you’d like? With that background, you can prepare your final proposals for the board’s consideration. Once again, I can assist with your preparation of the proposals. In most cases, I submit a copy of those proposals to the board’s attorney for them to review with the board president and/or board separately. In some cases, you will provide that draft to the board president directly and they will discuss with the board without an attorney. Either way, you will receive a response and, once again, it is time to prioritize. Depending on what your initial proposals were, you may have to adjust or forego some of the items that you requested. At that time, you must decide which proposals are worth a protracted discussion with your board. Sometimes, I can have that conversation on your behalf, sometimes I cannot. In some cases, it is better to have that final conversation directly with the board president. However you feel about the final offer after the last conversations, always know that you are in complete control. The decision to sign a new contract (or any contract) is always up to you. Afterwehaveadeal, thenwhat? A final version of the contract is prepared that incorporates the parties’ requested changes. Like all other final actions, approval of the contract must be placed on a board meeting agenda to be voted on in open session. The Superintendent will typically sign first, then the board president will sign on behalf of the board after the vote. Then it’s back to doing the great work you do every day… until it’s time for the next contract conversation.

to understand where you stand with the board and determine whether you need to make adjustments and/or begin to look for other opportunities. What do I ask for inanewcontract? After you and the board have expressed a mutual desire for you to continue as superintendent, it is time to determine what you would like to ask for in that new contract. While it is always favorable to increase your pay and leave and to make other language more beneficial to you, there are limits to what boards are willing to do. Before finalizing your asks, consider your priorities and how you think the board would respond to the proposals. I’ve summarized some of these considerations below but please also know that I’m available to assist IASA members with these discussions. As always, it is best to contact me from your personal email address or cell phone. • Term: —Superintendent contracts can be for multi-year periods of up to five years. —Do you want a long term or short-term commitment to the district? —How close are you to retirement? • Conditionsof Employment,Modification, andTermination: —Is there something in the work environment that you would like to change? —Do you want more discretion to teach, lecture or attend conferences? —Do you want to make it more difficult or expensive for the board to remove you? • CompensationandBenefits: —Shameless Plug: Please attend the April 27th Legal Seminar, “A Comprehensive Guide to Superintendent Compensation and Benefits.” Zoom registration is in your email. —How close are you to retirement? Should you prioritize creditable earnings? —Have you reviewed the administrative compensation reports in similar districts and/or peer contracts? Is your pay commensurate with the market? —How close is your total sick leave accumulation to 340 days (the number needed for two years of TRS serviced credit)? —What increases and other benefits have other employees or previous superintendents in your district received?

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Education Elevat g We continue our series highlighting tremendous educators across Illinois who have given their time and energy to ele- vating the superintendency and public education as a whole. Each month, we will feature two educators who are going the extra mile and truly making a difference beyond their school districts and local communities. While we are aware of many of the contributions administrators are making, we are open to any suggestions for someone to feature next month. To make a recommendation, contact Jason Nevel, IASA Director of Social Media and Publications, at jnevel@iasaedu.org or by calling 217–753–2213. Shannon Duling Princeville CUSD#326 Dr. KaraCoglianese CreteMonee CUSD#201U

Who: Dr. Kara Coglianese, superintendent. What: Developing a wide range of social-emotional supports to help students recover from hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Where: Crete Monee CUSD #201U, Three Rivers Region. When: Superintendent of Crete Monee CUSD #201U for four years. Previously

Who: Shannon Duling, superintendent. What: Early adopter and supporter of rural schools embracing technology and the Future Ready Framework; Princeville Daycare; Princeville Migrant Head Start. Where: Princeville CUSD #326, Central Illinois Valley Region. When: Superintendent of Princeville

superintendent of Homer CCSD #33Ca. Why: When students in Crete Monee CUSD #201U returned from a remote environment, it was evident the district needed to increase its level of social-emotional supports to address emerging needs. “Many students returned to school with social and emotional skills that are delayed,” Dr. Kara Coglianese said. “We realized we need to provide special attention to support our students through their transition to a new normal.” The preK–12 district utilized its ESSER funds to hire an additional social worker, counselor, truancy officer and two behavior specialists. Dr. Coglianese also recognized the district needed to think outside of the box. Crete Monee CUSD #201U brought in two licensed therapy dogs through the Healing PAWS therapy program. The dogs were trained by inmates and donated from the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. The dogs have been so successful

CUSD #326 since 2011. Why: When Shannon Duling was hired as superintendent 11 years ago, teachers in Princeville CUSD #326 navigated a daily dilemma. “The textbooks and reference materials teachers used were really dated,” Duling said. “We needed to bring in new information to the district.” Between 2013 and 2015, Princeville CUSD #326 made the transition from a couple computer labs to a 1:1 unit district—a move that drastically changed the education the rural district of about 700 students can provide. Since then, Duling has shared Princeville CUSD #326’s story with other superintendents from rural areas. He has also presented at conferences about how rural districts can embrace the Future Ready Framework. “We brought our education into the 21st century, provided our students real-world applications and gave kids an

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Education in calming down students that superintendents in the area and local police departments have contacted Dr. Coglianese about starting their own program. Coglianese ... cont’d. Elevat g

Duling ... cont’d. opportunity to have more of a voice in what they’re learning about,” Duling said. The transition began with a 1:1 pilot program for seventh and eighth graders in 2013. The effort was an initial success and other grade levels wanted to join. To build the program and maximize its effectiveness, the district hired a technology instructional coach. “She came into our district and changed the focus on how we use equipment for instruction,” Duling said. “That moved our focus into being able to do an online curriculum.” Princeville CUSD #326 utilizes the Summit Learning online platform, which allows teachers to upload their own curriculum. In addition, the platform provides mentoring opportunities for students. Another piece of the puzzle was to expand and improve facilities. A $8.2 million referendum was passed, allowing the district to build a new wing on the high school, create 21st Century learning spaces and make other building improvements. The infusion of technology also provided hands- on learning opportunities for students. The district created a class where high school students handle computer repairs and run the district’s social media platforms. Furthermore, being comfortable with technology allowed Princeville CUSD #326 to adapt and respond quickly to the closure of school buildings in March 2020. “All of the work we put into developing our technology program made that transition much easier,” Duling said. Princeville CUSD #326 has also developed two other unique programs during Duling’s tenure. Princeville CUSD #326 has a district-run daycare program and is home to a Migrant Head Start program that serves children from birth to 5 years old, predominantly from Spanish-speaking households. “We’ve created a caring culture in Princeville where people know our district is willing to think outside the box and do whatever we can to support our families and community members,” Duling said.

“The dogs have performed amazing work with our students and staff,” Dr. Coglianese said. “Oftentimes a student will say they are having a bad day and ask to leave the classroom and see the therapy dog. The dogs really calm them down.” Crete Monee CUSD #201U also developed an online Parent University that has begun to assist parents with struggling students. In addition, the district is increasing its investment in mentoring. A new Community Mentoring Program has active members in four communities and works alongside the district in establishing mentors for students who are struggling. “We want to make sure all of our students, especially African-American boys, have access to good role models,” Dr. Coglianese said. “This group helps us find good role models and then creates activities and community service projects that help improve student behavior.” The district of 4,325 students plans to add a High School Mentoring Program next school year that will match a staff member with students who have experienced trauma. The person in the new position will check in with students and connect them with external community service projects. Reducing out-of-school suspensions or expulsions by altering the school discipline process has also been a major focus. One way the district has accomplished that goal is by deploying a “Choice of Consequence” approach, where students can choose from a menu of consequences that leads them to taking responsibility for their behavior. “We’re moving from consequences to empowering students to make choices and take accountability for their behavior,” Dr. Coglianese said. “I have spoken to other superintendents who say they’re discipline data is 50 percent worse. Ours has been 50 percent better this year.” The next step major step for Crete Monee CUSD #201U will be opening a Career Academy and Pathways Program when the high school addition opens in the 2023–23 school year. A unique aspect of the initiative is students can select a non-traditional pathway to access curriculum through, including online courses, streamed classrooms, hybrid experiences or work study programs. “One of the things we learned during COVID is that schools can do a lot more than we thought,” Dr. Coglianese said. “We know some students have anxiety about being in a classroom with other students. We can remove that anxiety by setting them on a pathway where they can learn in a different environment, earn a diploma and go on to be a productive citizen.”

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Membership Drive 2023

 Are you a new superintendent?  Will you be changing districts this year?  Will you be retiring this year?  Changed your email address? TO ALL SUPERINTENDENTS: Please let us know your status change immediately . We don’t want you to miss any important IASAnews or information! TO ALL MEMBERS:  Want to be in the October membership directory? We must have all your 2023 member information before Sept.1, 2022 to include you in the directory.

If you plan to be a paid IASAmember for FY2023, contact Misti Murphy at 217–753–2213 or mmurphy@iasaedu.org by September 1, 2022.

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Legal Services and Support At no additional cost, members can contact IASA’s in- house general counsel for legal consultation regarding superintendent contracts and assistance in job-related legal actions or proceedings. Members also have access to free legal workshops that cover timely topics and important matters. Mentoring IASA employs six retired superintendents that provide mentoring services and one-on-one assistance to first, second and third-year superintendents. Our Field Services Directors are available 24/7 to answer your calls and support you in your new leadership role. Networking The superintendency does not have to be a lonely job! IASA connects you with your peers and helps you build your network, so you don’t have to face immense challenges alone. Academies and Workshops Need help crafting a budget, preparing a tax levy, evaluating staff or improving your or your team’s leadership skills? IASA has you covered. IASA members have access to essential academies and workshops led by knowledgeable and experienced practitioners. On-Demand Professional Development IASA is deeply committed to personalized and on-demand professional development. Opportunities include Institute Presentations, Administrative Team Academies, Custom Workshops and Leadership Coaching. We’re here to support the professional development needs of our members across the state.

Legislative Advocacy IASA membership strengthens the voice of superintendents at the Illinois statehouse. We work tirelessly to advocate for legislation that will improve education in our state and benefit our members. Through IASA membership, you have access to a Bill Tracker/ Analysis tool on the IASA website and receive legislative updates via Capitol Watch. Also, our legislative team is always available to answer your questions. Communications Support When a crisis hits, call IASA’s communications team any time for assistance with media statements or letters to parents. We can craft a message that informs your community, calms fears and helps you manage a difficult situation. Template letters can be found on the IASA website. Publications and Resources IASA members receive a task calendar that helps keep you on track with deadlines, reports and responsibilities of the superintendency. IASA members also stay current on education news with our daily newsletter, Eye on Education, and receive a monthly magazine, Leadership Matters. Premier Superintendent Conferences IASA’s Annual Conference is designed by Illinois superintendents for Illinois superintendents. Join your peers for three days of networking, learning and hearing from nationally known speakers. Our New Superintendents Conference covers everything you need to know to hit

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School Service Membership & IASA Corporate Partner Program

Silver Level Gold Level Platinum Level President’s Circle Level School Service Membership LEVELS OF VISIBILITY:

Gain visibility with school leaders across Illinois IASA offers companies different levels of visibility to IASA members via our School Service Membership and Corporate Partner Program. By supporting IASA, you maximize your marketing dollars and gain visibility with more than 1,000 school superintendents and administrators in Illinois. School Service Membership Benefits School Service Membership is your entry point to IASA and our members! Benefits of School Service Membership include: • IASA Membership Directory: Annual publication, available in print and online, includes contact information for all Illinois public school district superintendents and other key personnel. • Exhibiting Opportunities Be an exhibitor at the IASA Annual Conference, which attracts more than 650 school administrators to Springfield in September. • Advertising Opportunities If you have any questions on IASA membership, please contact Misti Murphy at 217–753–2213 or mmurphy@iasaedu.org. School Service members can advertise in the Membership Directory or IASA’s monthly magazine, Leadership Matters. • IASA Illinois Education Job Bank: Post job listings on Illinois’ premier education job site.

Want More Visibility? Corporate Partner Benefits

IASA Corporate Partners enjoy School Service Member benefits plus enhanced opportunities to sponsor events, receptions, IASA resources and advertise in IASA publications. By becoming an IASA Corporate Partner, you significantly increase your visibility with those who make the daily purchasing decisions that affect their schools. Sponsorship opportunities include: IASA Annual Conference Whether it’s the conference program, app, website or an in-person event, multiple sponsorship opportunities are available. Receptions Sponsoring a reception at an IASA event is the perfect opportunity to Gain recognition by sponsoring or advertising in IASA’s monthly magazine Leadership Matters, Eye on Education daily newsletter, Annual Report, Superintendent’s Toolkit, Membership Directory, or the IASA Podcast. IASA Events Throughout the year, IASA hosts various academies, workshops, webinars and other events that attract hundreds of superintendents. Video Library and IASA App Increase visibility by sponsoring IASA’s Video Library or the IASA App, which are utilized daily by IASA members across the state. gain visibility with IASA members in person. IASA Publications and Podcast

Contact Cherry Middleton at 217–753–2213 or at cmiddleton@iasaedu.org for more information

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SEPT. 28-30, 2022 Leading with Passion, Purpose and Perspective

58th

Annual Conference

BOS Center and the President Abraham Lincoln—Springfield, A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel

Registration and Housing Open This Summer!

Featured Keynotes:

SUPT SUPT 2 Gather with your col leagues to l isten, learn and grow together! Supt 2 Supt brings superintendents together to discuss timely and sensitive topics.

Chris Singleton is a former basebal l player. He shares a message of resi l ience and forgiveness fol lowing the loss of his mother in the 2015 Mother Emanuel Church Tragedy.

Always a favorite, Ignite al lows leaders from exemplary school districts to share innovative educational messages and best practices, taking just 5 minutes each.

In 2009, Damon West was sentenced to 65 years in prison for robberies he committed to support his drug habit . His story of redemption continues to inspire audiences.

Plus: Call For Presentations:

Breakout Sessions, Academies, Women in Leadership, New Superintendents’ Strand, Exhibits, Receptions and More!

If you would like to share best practices on educational issues with your colleagues in a Breakout Session, you have until Friday, May 27, 2022 to submit your proposal! More info/proposal submission

Take Advantage of Excellent Marketing Opportunities

School Service Members

Click Here to Reserve a Booth or Sponsor an Event, Meal or Speaker

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Professional Development

Dr. Courtney Orzel IASA Associate Director of Professional Development

Nearly one-third of the participants in IASA’s Aspiring Superintendent Academy have been hired as superintendent within five years of attending the academy. IASA is really proud of that number. That’s why I encourage you to pass along this flyer about IASA’s Aspiring Superintendent Academy to anyone in your district considering the superintendency. The four-day immersive learning experience is fast paced and features numerous simulations. Participants will also grow their professional network, earn administrator academy credit, build relationships that last a lifetime, conduct mock interviews and gain a modern view of the superintendency beyond what is taught in graduate school. Also, if you are retiring or transitioning to another district, please share with your successor that IASA’s New Superintendents Conference will be held Monday and Tuesday, July 11–12, at the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Springfield. Registration will open in May. The IASA New Superintendents Conference is complimentary and the perfect opportunity to connect with other first-year superintendents, gather vital information and build a support network for your first year on the job. IASA will be sending out more information about the New Superintendents Conference in the coming weeks. Lastly, if your district has an innovative program or you want to share best practices with your peers, please submit a proposal for a breakout session today! Past sessions have addressed topics such as: building your district’s brand; equity and inclusion; technology; short-term borrowing solutions for schools; retirement planning for school professionals; violence prevention programs; curriculum; legal updates and school district reorganization. This year’s Annual Conference will be held September 28–30, 2022 at The President Abraham Lincoln—Springfield, a Double Tree by Hilton hotel and the BOS Center.

Aspiring Superintendent Academy

Four-day immersive learning experience to prepare you for the superintendency

June 27–July 1, 2022

2022 NEW SUPERINTENDENTS CONFERENCE JULY 11–12 | SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS

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FUELING

We want Ignite presentations at IASA’s 58th Annual Conference in September to match or exceed past performances. To do so, we need your help!

Please email, text or call me and recommend yourself or nominate a peer to deliver a 5-minute Ignite presentation at the IASA Annual Conference. We know there are superintendents across our state who have developed innovative programs, fostered unique partnerships and fueled positive change in their communities. Please help us identify these awesome leaders and make sure their stories are shared with peers at the conference.

Coaching Leaders: RefindingYour “Why” AA 1445 Leadership Strand

Participant Testimonials

I needed this more than I realized. The time to reflect, connect, learn and share was incredible.

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The 2021-22 school year has been a constant tug of war of emotions and actions that has left school administrators across our state drained. If you’re in search of a fun academy that will re-energize you, IASA’s “Coaching Leaders: Re-finding Your Why—AA #1445” is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow school administrators for an inspirational and reflective event that will leave you feeling motivated.

Two virtual sessions remain on the schedule, and three in-person academies have been added. The academy is presented by Dr. Courtney Orzel, IASA’s Associate Director of Professional Development. The virtual sessions will be held online via Zoom from 9 a.m. to noon. The following dates are scheduled:

• May 10 • June 22

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Three in-person Re-Finding Your Why academies will close out the fiscal year. The following dates are scheduled:

3 IN-PERSON SESSIONS ADDED!

• June 1—IASA Office Training Room, 2648 Beechler Ct, Springfield, IL 62703.

• June 2—John A Logan College Conference Center, Ivey/Tarvin Rooms, 700 Logan College Dr, Carterville, IL 62918.

• June 15—Schaumburg SD #54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194.

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Professional Development

Budget Amendment/Cash Flow Analysis

New IASAWorkshop on Spring Budgeting Process

Now is the time to determine whether or not a budget amendment will be required for your district’s FY22 budget. Register today for IASA’s new, two-hour virtual workshop that will walk participants through the process of determining the need for a budget amendment, review the required steps and timelines to complete an amendment and demonstrate how to complete a cash flow analysis. This workshop is a follow-up to IASA’s Budgeting Basics

class held in the summer. The target audience is first, second and third-year superintendents as well as any administrator or bookkeeper needing additional support with the spring budget amendment process. The following dates and times are scheduled:

• April 22 • April 25

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Leadership Strand

Learning Leading Living

Women in Leadership:

AA 3665

The following open session is available: • June 7, 2022 Presented by Dr. Orzel .

Join us for an inspiring, motivating, important and FUN administrators’ academy! If you have already taken this academy, no worries. We’ll connect you with new leaders across Illinois to network, connect, engage and leave inspired. Bring your teams to these academies or send teacher leaders—we’re in this important work together. And, remember, male superintendents and administrators are encouraged to attend!

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IASA Offering Initial and Retraining Academies for Principal and Teacher Evaluation, Student Growth Need Evaluator Credits?

IASA has established a full schedule of academies, both virtually and in- person, designed to help educators fulfill state requirements for evaluator initial training and retraining. Each academy is taught by an experienced and knowledgeable educator that will provide you with the tools and skills needed to become a stronger evaluator. Academies are being offered for principal evaluator retraining (AA 1865), teacher evaluator retraining (AA 1801) and student growth retraining for both principal and teacher evaluators (AA 3000). In addition, IASA is offering initial principal evaluator training (AA 2000) and initial teacher evaluator training (AA 2001). Please share this information with central office staff, principals or other staff in need of evaluation training. These sessions are open to anyone.

IASA Evaluator Retraining Academies

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IASA Principal Evaluator Initial Training Academies

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IASA Teacher Evaluation Initial Training Academies

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... Webinars Women

Is The Superintendency For Me? Experienced female leaders share advice, answer questions in five-part series

The sessions are free and will take place virtually via Zoom in an informal lunch setting from noon to 1 p.m. on the scheduled date. The target audience is aspiring female leaders (teachers, principals, assistant principals etc.). Upcoming date: May 4.

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Are you looking for an energetic, inspirational and re-energizing back to school opening? If so, contact me for options for your district. IASA can do a one hour, two hour or three hour Opening Institute. In addition, you can book a full-day workshop for your staff that will leave them energized and ready to take on the 2022–23 school year. Institute Days –MAKEANIMPACT Dr. Orzel was amazing and very inspiring. I learned a lot and found my passion again with teaching. Teaching can be an exhausting profession, but she reassured us that we will get through it

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Keep Illinois Learning with Renaissance

Engage kids in reading and math all summer long Engage kids in reading and math all su mer long Enga e kids in reading and math al sum er long

To learn more , and to register for an informational webinar, visit https://www.renaissance.com/keep-illinois-learning . To learn more , and t register for an inform tio al webinar, visit https://www.renaissance.com/ke p-illinois-learning .

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$1.00 per student for reading & math practice solutions. Price includes data to monitor $1.00 per student for r ading & math practi e solutions. Price includes data to moni or

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7 th Annual Summer Learning Partnership

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Anytime, anywhere reading practice on any device. Online or offline. With thousands of digital titles available 24/7, students always have access to something engaging to read at home or on the go—all summer long! Anytime, anywhere re ding p actice on any device. Online or offli e. With thousands of digital titles available 24/7, students always have acce s to something engaging to read at hom or on the go—all summer long!

Engaging math practice at each student’s individual level. With a wide variety of differentiated, standards-aligned activities, students can keep growing their math skills over the summer. Engaging math practice at each student’s indivi ual level. With a wide variety of diffe entiate , standards-aligned activities, students can ke p growing their math skills over the summer.

Engaging math practice at each student’s individual level. With a wide variety of differentiated, standards-aligned activities, students can keep growing their math skills over the summer.

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