64th Annual IASB Convention
November 19, 2009
(Pre-Convention activities November 18)
Hy-Vee Hall; Des Moines, Iowa
The current economic picture creates challenges, and opportunities. In response to member needs and tight budgets, IASB is altering the annual convention program to make it more affordable, while providing powerful training to help you lead. Please join us for pre-convention workshops, and one day of insightful education sessions to help Iowa board/superintendent teams thrive.
Nationally known experts discuss timely subjects dealing with education and world affairs. Prominent Iowans lend their talents to the program on school administration and educational programs. This event is attended by over 1,300 school board members, superintendents and other Iowa educators.
Pre-convention activities include the IASB Delegate Assembly (registration materials are sent separately). Also, a School Finance Boot Camp, an Early Bird Workshop and Orientation to Governance session will occur the day before the convention.
Click here to view the revised convention brochure; it is updated from what was mailed in October.
Click here to register.
We're Moving
Our location for 2009 is Hy-Vee Hall, 730 - 3rd Street, just north a few blocks from the Polk County Convention Center, our previous location for over 15 years.
Education Sessions
Education breakout sessions are an important part of our annual conventions. We will offer around 18 sessions on topics ranging from student achievement to finance to policy and many others. In addition, powerful keynote speakers will address attendees during three general sessions.
Participants earn 15 Better Boardsmanship credits.
Hotel Information
Blocks of area hotel rooms have been set aside for members through IASB. Click the "Lodging" link at the top of this page.
Exhibitors
More than 160 commercial vendors display school supplies, equipment and services at an exhibit hall held in conjunction with the convention. This year's date is Thursday, November 19, 2009. If you have not exhibited with us before and are interested in details, please contact our exhibitor consultant, Alice Vinsand, at (515) 225-1051.