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Interested superintendents needing more information can contact ISAL’s
Co-Facilitators, Dr. Nick Osborne and Dr. Gary Zabilka.
Communications
Members have direct access to Director of Communications/Public
Relations Mike Chamness for consultation and 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.
Website Resources
The IASA Website
(www.iasaedu.org) is a
quick resource for members featuring News
Briefs, online registration for conferences and
professional development activities, members
only access to documents, IASA Video Library,
Podcasts, Twitter, etc.
Legislative Advocacy
IASA provides 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 Capitol Watch 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.
In addition, the Alliance Legislative Report continues to be delivered
via e-mail. It offers a straightforward report on bills affecting public
education.
Networking Opportunities with Colleagues
The IASA Annual Conference is held in the fall and the Alliance
Leadership Summit is held in February of odd-numbered years. In
addition to national-level speakers and professional development
opportunities, these events offer 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.
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