IN-PERSON December ISFLC Conference Dec. 13–14 REGISTER NOW! The Iowa Superintendents Finance and Leadership Consortium (ISFLC) is a professional development program for Iowa superintendents, school business officials and aspiring superintendents to expand their knowledge base and develop fiscal management and leadership skills. ISFLC tracks are led by Iowa leaders with the skills and expertise in identified curricular areas. The track curriculum meets the quality standards set by UNI for license renewal and graduate credit. Learn more and register now. |
IN-PERSON Ready, Set, Govern! Regional New Board Member Onboarding Workshops December & January 2024 Calling all newly elected school board members! Our interactive Ready, Set, Govern! Workshops will set you on the road to success. We will cover foundational elements of good governance including an overview of roles and responsibilities, strategies for responding to questions and concerns from community members, families and staff, and explore meeting and transparency laws. Join IASB staff at one of 16 regional dates and locations. |
IN-PERSON Certified Budget Workshops Feb. 7, 8, 14 & 15 FREE FOR FRONTLINE ANALYTICS SUBSCRIBERS! IASB, in collaboration with Affiliated Program Frontline Analytics, powered by Forecast5, is once again offering these free workshops for IASB members. Using forecasting tools, attendees will leave the workshop with a completed FY 2024 certified budget specific to your district, including the aid and levy worksheets, as well as all supporting documents. |
IN-PERSON Day on the Hill Feb. 12–13 REGISTER NOW! We’re pleased to partner with the School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) and Iowa’s Area Education Agencies (AEAs) for the 2024 Day on the Hill! In addition to the new partnership, which brings together administrators and board teams, we’re also revamping the format. This advocacy event will begin at the State Historical Building in the morning for a brief session on talking points and logistical information for advocating at the Capitol. Following the training, attendees will head to the Capitol to meet and network with legislators in the rotunda, as well as to support the displays showcasing innovative programs and initiatives happening in Iowa public schools. Note: There is a pre-training webinar on three things to know scheduled for Jan. 30 and a rundown of the state of the budget on Feb. 7. Be sure to register so you’re in-the-know before Day on the Hill! |
IN-PERSON February ISFLC Conference Feb. 21–22 REGISTER NOW! The Iowa Superintendents Finance and Leadership Consortium (ISFLC) is a professional development program for Iowa superintendents, school business officials and aspiring superintendents to expand their knowledge base and develop fiscal management and leadership skills. ISFLC tracks are led by Iowa leaders with the skills and expertise in identified curricular areas. The track curriculum meets the quality standards set by UNI for license renewal and graduate credit. Learn more and register now. |
IN-PERSON, COSSBA EVENT COSSBA Annual Conference Feb. 22–25 At the COSSBA Annual Conference, you will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends and best practices in finance, governance, school safety, mental health, stakeholder engagement, student achievement, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. The conference is designed to help you prepare for a future of limitless possibilities. You will also have the chance to make meaningful connections with other education professionals, visit with industry vendors at the exhibitor showcase and network with them. Learn more. |
IN-PERSON Safety Group Risk Management Workshop April 4 FREE FOR SAFETY GROUP SUBSCRIBERS! Risk management is important and, if done well, can help districts reduce their liability over the long term. Each spring, Jester Insurance, EMC and IASB offer workshops to allow participants (both local insurance agents and school leaders) the opportunity to learn more about managing risk through discussion of a variety of risk topics, such as board member liability, workers compensation and property liability and loss. |
IN-PERSON, COSSBA EVENT COSSBA Leadership Summit/Symposium June 20–22 Unleash your leadership potential at the 2024 COSSBA Leadership Summit/Symposium! This electrifying event promises to be a game-changer for all State Association leadership staff and the Board of Directors, offering a thrilling exploration of critical keynote topics. Registration opens in February—learn more. |
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