A committee of the Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB)

About IASPA

The Iowa Association of School Personnel Administrators (IASPA) supports Iowa school leaders responsible for human resources, personnel administration and labor relations. As a committee of the Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB), IASPA provides professional learning, networking and practical resources to strengthen effective human resources and personnel practices in Iowa public schools and area education agencies (AEAs).

IASPA works in collaboration with IASB and national partners to promote legally sound, equitable and strategic human resource leadership that supports student success. IASPA is a state affiliate of the American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA).

Membership

Contact D.T. Magee, IASB Executive Director, at dmagee@ia-sb.org if you are interested in joining IASPA. Your local public school district or AEA must be an IASB member in order to join IASPA.

Events

IASPA offers learning opportunities and events designed for school HR professionals, including:

• Two annual member meetings
• Collaborative events with IASB and national partners

Upcoming and related learning opportunities may also be found through:

• IASB HR Central
• IASB professional learning events and webinars

Members of the Executive Committee

The IASPA Executive Committee provides leadership and direction for the association’s activities and priorities.

• Anthony Spurgetis, Chair, Southeast Polk CSD — Chief Operating Officer/HR
• Jodie Graham, Vice Chair, Ankeny CSD — Executive Director of Human Resources
• Leslie Merriman, Officer, Norwalk CSD — Human Resources Manager
• Jamie Kroeger, Officer, Muscatine CSD — Director of Human Resources
• Roxy Livermore, Officer, Waukee CSD — Chief Human Resources Officer

Resource Hub

The IASPA Resource Hub connects members with timely, practical tools and guidance related to school personnel administration.

Featured Resources

• IASB HR Central — Comprehensive tools, guidance and data supporting school human resources and labor relations
• Policy & Legal Corner

National Resources

• American Association of School Personnel Administrators
• AASPA State Affiliates
• Learning Policy Institute Teacher Turnover Calculator

Strategic Partners

IASPA collaborates with organizations and service providers that support effective human resource management in Iowa schools.