Annual Convention

IASB Annual Convention

Wednesday, Nov. 20–Friday, Nov. 22, 2024
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines

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Join us at our 79th IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show, happening Wednesday, Nov. 20–Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines!

Key Dates

Wednesday, Nov. 13: Convention & Delegate Assembly Registration Closes
Sunday, Nov. 17: Last Day to Cancel with Full Refund
Wednesday, Nov. 20: Pre-Convention Workshops & Delegate Assembly
Thursday, Nov. 21: Annual Convention & Trade Show
Friday, Nov. 22: Board Presidents' Workshop

Keynote Speakers

Sarita Maybin

Communication Expert & Author—Practical Solutions for Working Together Better

Sarita Maybin will offer practical strategies and positive techniques to navigate tough conversations at the board table with tact and respect. Learn more about the Opening General Session.

BONUS! See a sneak peek of Sarita's session with her Sept. 26 webinar! Watch now.

Donna Beegle

Poverty-Informed Leadership Expert

Donna Beegle will dive into the impact of poverty on students’ education and why poverty-informed Iowa school board members are more important than ever to break barriers for the one in five students struggling with basic needs. Learn more about the Second General Session & Luncheon.

BONUS! Check out a short #IASB79 Convention Confidential video and ponder three thought-provoking questions ahead of Donna's sessions!

Anthony Muhammad

School Culture Consultant

Anthony Muhammad will introduce us to the importance of transformational leadership and the key competencies that ALL board teams can practice as you lead transformation in your own district. Learn more about the Closing General Session.

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DELEGATE ASSEMBLY & ANNUAL MEETING

IASB bylaws give each member board a delegate who casts the board's votes on issues before the Delegate Assembly. School board members provide input on IASB’s legislative platform and your priorities help influence legislators and the governor. By participating in this debate process, school, AEA and community college boards contribute to IASB’s legislative program and ultimately the unified legislative interests of all Iowa school boards.

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PRE- & POST-CONVENTION WORKSHOPS

We have a variety of in-depth workshops available for members on both Wednesday, Nov. 20 and Friday, Nov. 22, including two guest facilitators Donna Beegle and Amanda Bickerstaff. These workshops are designed for new and experienced board members and education leaders aiming to enhance their skills and knowledge in key areas.

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Trade Show

The IASB^® Annual Convention & Trade Show is the flagship event for governance teams from Iowa public schools. Book a booth and your company will have the opportunity to share information and reach new customers as you meet and greet 1,000 school board members, superintendents/administrators, and other key education decision makers.

As a provider of school services and supplies, our Trade Show is your best opportunity to meet these education leaders. For 79 years, the Annual Convention and Trade Show has drawn school board members and school administrators to Des Moines each fall.

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