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NewLegal Article on How to Improve Board Relations

Chad Watkins IASA Associate Director/General Counsel

To help school leaders navigate these uncertain times, IASA has partnered with leading law firms throughout Illinois to provide districts with critical guidance during the 2020–21 school year. In every issue of Leadership Matters, the IASA Legal Corner will showcase an article, sometimes several articles, written by attorneys who specialize in legal matters related to education. We have also begun a monthly legal issues podcast to discuss some of your most vital concerns.

It is our hope you find the content insightful, timely and helpful in addressing the critical matters you face. This month, Kriha Boucek LLC writes about virtual school board meetings and electronic communications. The author is attorney Elizabeth Kelly. As a reminder, the articles are provided for informational purposes only, and you are advised to contact your district counsel for legal advice. Click on the link below to access the article.

GettingOff to AGood Start with Your NewBoard– Tips and Reminders for Seating the NewBoard

Neighbors and friends recently took to the polls to make important decisions about the future of their communities. “Who will be our Mayor?” “Who will keep our library shelves stocked?” “Who will make sure the snow has been cleared from the roads next year?” And—of course—to determine who will serve on their local Boards of Education. Though surrounded by less pomp and circumstance than questions like “Who will live in the White House?” or “Who will stand up for me on the floor of the U.S. Capitol?”—the results of the April 6th election will likely have a more immediate and direct impact on your communities and schools than any election result from 2020.

As an educational leader in your school and community, you will be asked to shepherd in many of the changes that result from the April 6th election. This article aims to help you with one of those tasks—seating the new Board of Education. In a year unlike any other, fortunately the rules here have remained largely unchanged. That being said, you now have new bosses—let’s try to make a great first impression! CONSOLIDATED ELECTIONS: Every odd-numbered year, Illinois holds its consolidated elections. For school districts, key ballot items include.... (continue reading)...

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