IASB Annual Convention

November 10 & 17–19, 2020

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to spend several days learning at the #IASB75 Annual Convention. While we could not gather together in Des Moines, we heard from many of you that your virtual Convention experience was positive and we saw strong engagement during the general sessions and education/networking sessions. Please note that Convention registrants will have access to all of the recordings by December 2. To watch (or re-watch) them, you just need to log into the EventMobi virtual platform that you used to access the live sessions the last few days.

Log Into EventMobi

To access the digital platform, simply click the 'Log Into EventMobi' button (above) and enter the email you registered for convention with. Then enter your password (if this is your first time accessing EventMobi, you will enter a password you would like to use for the platform going forward).

If you did not register for convention prior to the event, but would like to have access to recorded sessions, we will have an order form available Dec. 2 to purchase access to all recordings.

Special thanks to our virtual platform sponsors, Jester Insurance Services and Simbli by eBOARDsolutions!

        

 

Convention Schedule

Convention has concluded. Please note that Convention registrants will have access to all of the recordings by December 2. To watch (or re-watch) them, you just need to log into the EventMobi virtual platform that you used to access the live sessions the last few days.

If you're curious about what convention content you're missing on EventMobi, take a peek at sessions offered at convention.

Log Into EventMobi

To access the digital platform, simply click the 'Log Into EventMobi' button (above) and enter the email you registered for convention with. Then enter your password (if this is your first time accessing EventMobi, you will enter a password you would like to use for the platform going forward).
 

Keynote SpeakerS

CONVENTION KEYNOTER Liz Murray From Homeless to Harvard Nov. 18, 2020 Murray’s remarkable life story is a stunning example of how public education and relationship-based learning can have an impact on all students—especially those living in poverty. Find out more about Liz Murray and view her special announcement video. Special thanks to Iowa Schools Employee Benefits Association (ISEBA)/Reynolds & Reynolds, Inc. for sponsoring this general session!

 

CONVENTION KEYNOTER Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch Courageous Leadership Nov. 19, 2020 What does leadership look like during a crisis? Kickbusch will share how a lifetime of courageous leadership helped her overcome poverty, discrimination and illiteracy to become the highest-ranking Latina in the U.S. Army and a small business owner. Find out more about Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch and view her special announcement video. Special thanks to Jester Insurance Services for sponsoring this general session!

 

CONVENTION KEYNOTERs Chip Slaven, Chief Advocacy Officer, NSBA Deborah Rigsby, Program Director, Lobbying & Federal Legislation, NSBA How COVID-19 and the 2020 Election Will Shape Education Over the Next Four Years Nov. 19, 2020 The stakes are high for education in 2020. The 2020 election could bring new faces and new issues to Washington. The COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the way we look at teaching and learning. With all these changes, where will education fit in, and what major issues will public schools face over the next four years? Join NSBA advocacy experts Deborah Rigsby and Chip Slaven to examine these changes, preview what schools can expect, learn how schools can use COVID-19 relief funds, and consider leadership opportunities for the future of education. Special thanks to One Source The Background Check Company for sponsoring this general session!

Pre-Convention Workshop

Leading for Equity: A Practical Guide for Boards in Your Equity Journey
Nov. 10, 2020 from 5:30–8 p.m.

The Pre-Convention Workshop has concluded. As a reminder, this workshop was not recorded due to copyright restrictions. Thank you for attending!

Join staff from the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) and Phoenix-area board members Nikkie Whaley (middle) and Julie Bacon (right) as they provide insights, resources and strategies to move your district toward greater equity. Bonus! Attendees will receive and work through ASBA's "Leading for Equity Workbook" (left), which outlines strategic pathways to guide your district in this important work. Attendees earn 10 BBA points.

Note: Due to copyright restrictions, this workshop will not be recorded. All registrants will be invoiced whether they attend or not, because all registrants received the workbook prior to the workshop.

Sponsored by Modern Design Architects.


 

Delegate Assembly

Delegate Assembly & Annual Meeting
Nov. 17, 2020 from 5:45 p.m.–Adjournment
Fee: No fee for members, nonmembers and guests

Delegate Assembly has ended. Thank you to the nearly 200 delegates who participated! Check out the 2021 Legislative Platform!
 

Registration Details

Registration has now closed.

Please note that Convention registrants will have access to all of the recordings by December 2. To watch (or re-watch) them, you just need to log into the EventMobi virtual platform that you used to access the live sessions the last few days.

If you did not register for convention prior to the event, but would like to have access to recorded sessions, we will have an order form available Dec. 2 to purchase access to all recordings.

Log Into EventMobi

To access the digital platform, simply click the 'Log Into EventMobi' button (above) and enter the email you registered for convention with. Then enter your password (if this is your first time accessing EventMobi, you will enter a password you would like to use for the platform going forward).

Changes/Cancellations: Cancellations before the start of the event will not be charged. The digital convention sessions (with the exception of the Pre-Convention Workshop) will be recorded and made available for registrants. Please note that registrants will be invoiced the registration fee whether they attend the digital convention or not, since they will be provided access to the recordings afterward.
 

For convention questions, visit our convention contacts page, email Lou Ann Gvist or call (515) 247-7064.

Convention registrants earn
25 Better Boardsmanship credits!

Learn more about
Better Boardsmanship Awards