16
“The IASA
Superintendent
Conference was a
great opportunity to
meet and network
with fellow
superintendents who
ended up being my
best resources throughout the year to
answer all of my rookie questions. I heard
great speakers and attended presentations
on multiple issues where I learned
important information that I was able to
bring back to my school district and put into
practice.”
Timothy Page, A-C Central School
District 262
“It's a great opportunity to learn
about current issues affecting
superintendents in Illinois from those
who are most knowledgeable, and to
network with other superintendents
who have years of experience in the
field. If you're going to pull yourself
away from the district for an event,
be sure it is this one.”
Dr. Ryan Olson, LaHarpe Comm 347 and Dallas
Elementary 327
We asked last year’s first
year superintendents to
comment on their
experiences attending the
IASA Annual Conference.
“I can't speak enough to the
relevance and timing of the
Superintendents
Conference. There are so many
things running through your mind
as you enter into that first year of
the new position. The sessions not
only helped to guide me, but also
created new deeper questions
which I was able to have answered through IASA
leadership and networking. The 'real world' applications
that you talk about with peers make the conference
even more worthwhile. Having some downtime to talk,
strategize and plan is so welcome. It gives you that
second wind and a positive outlook knowing that you
don't go through this alone."
Sheila Greenwood, Bement CUSD 5
“The IASA Annual
Conference provides me
with current and
accurate information
from individuals working
inside the State Board of
Education, State Capitol,
and other Educational
Agencies. I always
leave the conference feeling valued as a
Superintendent, connected to my colleagues,
motivated to give my very best, and compelled
to make a difference in my school district”
Dr. Andrew S. Wise, Olympia School
District 16
“I would encourage every
superintendent to attend the
IASA fall conference. The
sessions are useful, timely, and
relevant. Beyond the value of the
sessions, however, you’ll find a
lot of support and guidance
through all of the networking
opportunities the conference
provides. Attending this conference is a priority!”
Patricia Sullivan-Viniard, La Grange Highlands
District 106
