IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show

Join IASB for our 74th Annual Convention on Nov. 20-21 at the Iowa Events Center! This year's keynote speaker lineup features cutting-edge creatives Sir Ken Robinson and Hamish Brewer!

Key Dates Nov. 15: Last day to cancel with full refund. Cancellations after Nov. 15 and no-shows will be charged the full registration fee. Nov. 20: Delegate Assembly and Pre-Convention Workshops Nov. 21: Convention

Online registration for Convention and Delegate Assembly is now closed; however, walk-ins are welcome onsite! Now Live! Plan your day with SCHED, the digital convention program! You can browse all 30+ education sessions and deeper dialogues, workshops, keynoter information and the full calendar of events for Nov. 20-21. New to SCHED? Check out a three minute instructional video to get you started! Registration Fee: See this webpage for convention fee information. Fee includes program, materials and lunch. Registration Ends: Online registration is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome onsite! Cancellations: Last day to cancel with a full refund is Nov. 15. Cancellations after Nov. 15 and no-shows will be charged the full registration fee. Walk-in registrants will be charged the full registration fee. Convention Lodging IASB members: Each year IASB partners with area hotels to offer a discounted rate for the IASB Annual Convention. We are using a housing bureau for all room reservations to streamline the process and provide excellent customer service for our members. Please use the lodging button above to book your hotel room for Convention or if you have any questions. Convention room rates only guaranteed through Thursday, Oct. 29 at 5 p.m. Cancel/update reservations: To cancel or update an existing reservation, please refer to the “Request for Change” link provided at the bottom of your confirmation email.

 

   

Keynote Speakers

Sir Ken Robinson Education & Creativity Expert, New York Times Best Selling Author, TED Speaker Opening General Session Keynote Speaker For more information about our esteemed keynote speaker, Sir Ken Robinson, visit his keynote webpage! New Series! Thoughts Posed by Sir Ken Robinson These three new discussion exercises spotlight the board’s role in nurturing innovative and creative cultures focused on personalized learning for all students. Take time during your board meeting this fall to use these At the Board Tables as an extended learning opportunity prior to hearing Sir Ken speak at the IASB Annual Convention Nov. 20-21.

Hamish Brewer Nationally Distinguished Principal, International Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker Second General Session and Luncheon Keynote Speaker For more information about our esteemed keynote speaker, Hamish Brewer, visit his keynote webpage!

 

Featured Videos

Keynote Speaker Bookstore

Stop by the Keynote Speaker Bookstore (Level 2, near the Registration Desk) on Thursday, Nov. 21 to purchase books by our esteemed keynote speakers—and have them signed!

Bookstore Hours: 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sir Ken Robinson Book Signing: 10:30–11 a.m.
Hamish Brewer Book Signing: 1:15–1:45 p.m.

Want to avoid long lines and pre-order the book? Order now through the Drake University Bookstore website. You can have your book mailed to you, or you can pick up your copy on-site at the IASB Convention at the Keynote Speaker Bookstore. Note: to pick up your pre-ordered copy on-site, when checking out on the Drake University Bookstore website, select “Pick Up (FREE).” Your book will be waiting for you at the Keynote Speaker Bookstore on Level 2 on Thursday, Nov. 21.

Thriving in Your First 90 Days: New Board Member Onboarding Workshop

New to the board? Join us for a pre-convention workshop designed to get you up to speed during your first 90 days! Workshop offered at 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m.

 

NEW THIS YEAR: Select Your Closing Capstone!

3–4:15 p.m.

Close out our Annual Convention with one of the two customized learning options below: an in-depth, interactive discussion on mental health and an innovation showcase featuring students from across the state. You’ll pick the topic that most interests you and addresses your learning needs.

• Facing & Overcoming the School Mental Health Epidemic in Iowa
  Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people in Iowa and at least 20% of young people have a mental illness with fewer than 20% receiving treatment. In 2016, the Iowa Youth Survey indicated that 13.4% of survey participants shared that they had seriously contemplated suicide in the last year. School board member and Executive Director of Please Pass the Love School Mental Health Initiative, Jennifer Ulie-Wells, will share her story of trauma, suicidal ideation, and how extra adults in her life kept her alive. This jam-packed session will explore basic mental health characteristics, information, suicide prevention warning signs, and how school board members can help set the stage for saving lives. Sometimes knowing is half the battle.
  
  
• Ignite Innovation Showcase
  Innovation is happening all across Iowa with exciting new initiatives! Get a bird’s eye view of innovative programs in this all-new showcase. Utilizing the Ignite format, sessions will be exciting and fast—attendees will learn about each program for five minutes, then you’ll choose the program you are most interested in learning more from the practitioners. Featured programs include:
  
  Sioux City Career Academy
  Sioux City Schools
  
  Greene County Career Academy
  Greene County Schools
  
  Johnson STEAM Academy
  Cedar Rapids Schools
  
  Spark Tank
  Ottumwa Schools
  
  Cedar Falls CAPS
  Cedar Falls Schools  
   
  West Liberty Dual Language Program
  West Liberty Schools

 

Attendees

SCHED
NOW LIVE! Plan your day with SCHED, the digital convention program! You can browse all 30+ education sessions and deeper dialogues, workshops, keynoter information and the full calendar of events for Nov. 20-21.

DELEGATE ASSEMBLY
Save the Date! The next Delegate Assembly will be held on Nov. 20, 2019, in conjunction with our 74th Annual Convention!

DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Plan your trip to the IASB Annual Convention with directions, skywalk maps and parking information.

CONVENTION LODGING
Each year IASB partners with area hotels to offer a discounted rate for the IASB Annual Convention. We are using a housing bureau for all room reservations to streamline the process and provide excellent customer service for our members. Please use the link above for all lodging reservations, cancellations and questions.
 

Exhibitors

2019 IASB CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW
Reach Iowa's educational market by exhibiting at the state's largest education tradeshow! Learn more about exhibiting, sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

EXHIBITOR PORTAL
Returning exhibitors have first priority until May 10. New and returning exhibitors will be able to create a profile and submit your contract, view the floorplan and manage your exhibitor console.

IEC BOOTH RESOURCES
Upgrade your Trade Show booth with electric, internet, food and more from the Iowa Events Center.

FREEMANONLINE
FreemanOnline is your go-to resource for show information, schedules, contacts, shipping information, online ordering and more.

CONVENTION LODGING
Each year IASB partners with area hotels to offer a discounted rate for the IASB Annual Convention. We are using a housing bureau for all room reservations to streamline the process and provide excellent customer service for our members. Please use the link above for all lodging reservations, cancellations and questions.
 

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

Convention attendees earn
20 Better Boardsmanship credits!

Learn more about
Better Boardsmanship Awards