• IASA Webinars 

      math webinarBringing the Math Wars to an End (Register)

      Just like “The Reading Wars” fought between phonics and whole language, there are equivalent Math Wars between approaches that are more focused on procedural understanding and others focused more on conceptual understanding. But, unlike the Reading Wars which have ended, skirmishes in the Math Wars are ongoing. This webinar is designed to thoughtfully explore this challenge and offer critical perspective on how to bring the Math Wars to an end. Click Here to register. 

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      Reunification and Emergency Preparedness: From Training to Technology (Watch)

      On November 14, IASA hosted an essential webinar featuring Dr. Patrick Twomey, Superintendent of Macomb CUSD #185 and pioneering force behind the United States Rural School Safety Project, alongside experts from CrisisGo. Click Here to watch. 

      munetrix webinarMunetrix + SchoolData Solutions Live Demonstration (Watch)

      This webinar showcased the cutting-edge performance analytics software introduced in Illinois as part of a strategic partnership with IASA and IASB members. Click Here to watch. 

      Spotlights literacy webinarHow Much Growth is Enough? Maybe More Than We Think (Watch)

      IASA turned the spotlight on literacy for a one-hour webinar on Oct. 18 led by Dr. Gene Kerns of Renaissance that focused on academic growth - how much is enough? Click Here to watch. 

       

    • Recent IASA Podcasts

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      A Closer Look at IASA's Super Regions Workshops

      In this episode, Dr. Dawn Bridges and Dr. Bill Daggett discuss the importance of school districts embracing AI, what to expect at the upcoming AI Super Region workshops, tangible tips that will be covered and how AI can give your teachers nights and weekends back. Click Here to listen

      IASA podcastWinter Break Tips for Superintendents

      In this episode, IASA Field Services Directors, Dr. Vic Zimmerman and Dr. Brian Harris, share tips and strategies for superintendents heading into, during and post-Winter Break. Click Here to listen. 

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      Analytics for Educators: Learn About New Partnership

      In September, IASA and IASB announced a new joint partnership with Munetrix + SchoolData Solutions. Hear from the company’s CEO, Ginny Norton, on the capabilities of the powerful school performance analytics tool. Click Here to listen.

      podcastAI in Education: A Superintendent's Guide

      Dr. Mike Lubelfeld, superintendent of North Shore SD #112, joins the IASA Podcast to discuss the various ways he utilizes AI in his district. Dr. Lubelfeld also discusses the benefits of generative AI in education and the safeguards his district implements. Click Here to listen. 

       

       

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    • News and Announcements

      Dr. Kherat Named Finalist for AASA National Supt. of Year

      AASA, The School Superintendents Association, has announced the four finalists for the prestigious 2025 National Superintendent of the Year® Award. Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat, superintendent of Peoria SD #150, was one of the four finalists. Click Here to read the announcement. 

      Educational Leadership Forum at UIS

      The School of Education at University of Illinois Springfield, in partnership with IASA and IPA, invites superintendents, principals, and administrators to a free leadership forum on January 29. Click Here to learn more. 

      Registration Open: AI Super Region Workshops

      IASA is proud to present a transformative professional development series for each IASA Super Region designed to empower district leaders to enhance future-focused learning by building AI-ready schools. The workshops will be led by Dr. Bill Daggett, founder of both the Successful Practices Network and the International Center for Leadership in Education, and Dr. Dawn Bridges, IASA Associate Director of Professional Learning. Click Here to learn more and register. 

      Foundations in Leadership and Vision Foundational Course

      IASA is pleased to announce the release of a new dynamic learning opportunity, "Pathway to the Superintendency: Foundations in Leadership and Vision." This hybrid course will introduce participants to the core competencies and mindsets essential for aspiring superintendents, focusing on the School Leader Paradigm framework to develop skills in vision-building, equity-centered decision-making, and personal resilience. Click Here to learn more and register. 

      Learn More About Vision 2030

      Vision 2030 provides a blueprint to enhance public education through future-focused learning with shared accountability and predictable funding. Visit IllinoisVision2030.com to learn more. 

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