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Dr. Kevin Blankenship was named 2020 Illinois Superintendent of the Year at November’s Joint Annual Conference in Chicago. Learn how his leadership is impacting students. IASA welcomes Dr. Courtney Orzel as the new Associate Director of Professional Development, effective July 1, 2020. Read about her journey to IASA. COVER STORIES

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15 What to know before

Joint Annual Conference recap in photos

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contacting IASA’s attorney

IASA News in Brief

16 Property tax debate heats up—IASA is here to help you prepare

Series Part XII: Making A Difference

20 Safe2Help Illinois initiative launches in January

IASA Calendar of Events

Volume 7, Issue 11 November–December 2019 LeadershipMatters 19229 Jason Nevel Director of Social Media & Communications jnevel@iasaedu.org

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