LM May 2026

News In Brief

Joint Annual Conference Registration Information and Instructions Registration for the 2026 JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE will open on Monday, June 1. Only administrators and district roster managers will be able to register individuals or groups from districts. INSTRUCTIONS TO ASSIST WITH THE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION and housing process are available. A GUIDE TO JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION VIDEO to help roster managers navigate the registration experience and answer any questions has also been posted.

HOTEL OPTIONS AND RELATED PRICES are listed on the IASB website. Early-bird registration fees for this year’s event are $560 per individual, plus a $200 deposit if housing is requested. Registration will also be available for additional Conference events including FRIDAY FOCUS WORKSHOPS (additional fees) and the ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS’ PROGRAM. AASA Membership AASA, The School Superintendents Association, represents more than 13,000 school system leaders nationwide and serves as the voice for public education on Capitol Hill. Membership provides access to professional development, a national network of peers, and advocacy on the issues that matter most to your district. To learn more about AASA membership, Click link below to view membership information. Your AASA dues can be paid through IASA. Call 217-753-2213 to learn how you can streamline the enrollment process CLICK HERE Beyond the Screen: How Palos Heights Is Inspiring Kids to Unplug Screen time is on the rise — but some Illinois districts are pushing back. In this episode of the IASA Podcast, we sit down with Palos Heights School District 128 Superintendent Meryl Brownlow and second-grade teacher Colleen Dunford to discuss the district’s Screen-Free Summer initiative, a community-wide effort to get kids off devices and into enriching, hands-on experiences. From a family event drawing dozens of community partners to a summer challenge designed to keep the momentum going, they share a replicable model for districts looking to promote student wellness beyond the classroom — and offer a timely perspective as statewide cell phone legislation moves through Springfield. LISTEN HERE

ISDLAF+ Monthly Update 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 Audra Braski, Senior Vice President, LGIP Director at 630–657–6422, or email: audra.braski@ptma.com. Website: www.ptma.com.

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