Leadership Matters September 2014

“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

We asked last year’s first year superintendents to comment on their experiences attending the IASA Annual Conference.

provides. Attending this conference is a priority!” Patricia Sullivan-Viniard, La Grange Highlands District 106

“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

“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

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

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 Superintendent Conference was a great opportunity to meet and network with fellow superintendents who ended up being my

“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.”

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

Dr. Ryan Olson, LaHarpe Comm 347 and Dallas Elementary 327

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