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School Vendor Security Made Simple (Watch)

Safe School ID is a school vendor security system that adds an extra layer of protection to your existing security protocols, specifically by managing your third-party vendors.To learn more about this program, sponsored by IASA and IARSS, a webinar has been scheduled for Feb. 19. Click Here to watch. 

Safe2HelpIL: When Students Speak Up, Schools Stay Safer (Watch)

This month's spotlight on school safety explores Illinois' innovative 24/7 program that helps prevent suicides, bullying, school violence, and other threats to school safety. Learn how Safe2HelpIL gives students confidential channels—including a mobile app, text messaging, phone hotline, and website—to safely share concerns before they escalate. Click Here to watch. 

For Students, There is No Finish Line  (Watch)

In today's educational landscape, summer presents a critical opportunity to support student success. With declining NAEP scores and widening achievement gaps, we can't afford to let learning pause during summer months. This webinar featuring Dr. Gene Kerns, Chief Academic Officer, explored how summer can be transformed into a powerful season of learning for all students. Click Here to watch. 

Munetrix + 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. 

Recent IASA Podcasts

AI Solutions for Schools by ECRA

Dr. John Gatta, CEO of the ECRA Group, discusses AI solutions for schools, specifically AI assistants. As part of an expanded partnership with IASA, ECRA has developed three AI assistants to help school districts in the areas of the Illinois School Code, Parent Questions and Human Resources. Click Here to listen

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

Winter 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. 

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.

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News and Announcements

Registration Open for IASA New Superintendents Conference

The Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA) is here to help you hit the ground running in your new role as superintendent. Register today for the IASA New Superintendents' Conference in Springfield at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, July 14-16. 

10th Annual Partnership of Keep Illinois Learning With Renaissance

As summer approaches, IASA and Renaissance are excited to partner together for the 10th Annual Keep Illinois Learning campaign. As part of the initiative, participating districts/schools can give their students access to myON (reading) and Freckle (math) practice programs from May 1 to August 31 to support continued summer learning. Click Here to learn more. 

AASA Leadership for Well-Being and Learning Summit

In today's educational landscape, creating healthy and thriving school environments for students and staff is fundamental to achieving district-wide excellence and sustainable academic success. Join us at Schaumburg School District 54 in Illinois, to explore strategies for nurturing talent, fostering collaboration and creating welcoming environments where students and educators reach their fullest potential! Click Here to learn more. 

IASA Announces Expanded Partnership With ECRA to Help Districts Implement AI Solutions

As IASA launches its AI professional development programs, we have expanded our partnership with ECRA Group (ECRA) to help school leaders implement AI within their school district. Click Here to learn more.