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We hope you can join us July 13–15 in Springfield for the first in a series of gatherings built exclusively for new district leaders and rooted in decades of real-world experience. The IASA New Superintendents' Conference is a unique opportunity to learn from experienced practitioners and build lasting connections with peers navigating the same transition.
The July gathering is centered on your first 90 days in the role, with a focus on the fundamentals every new superintendent needs. In the winter and spring, IASA has built in strategic checkpoints for new superintendents to come back together, continue growing, and deepen the community forged at this first conference.
Learn from People Who've Walked in Your Shoes
The July conference draws on some of the most experienced voices in Illinois school leadership — IASA Executive Director Dr. Brent Clark, Associate Director for Professional Learning Dr. Dawn Bridges, IASA Field Services Directors who are retired superintendents who mentor early-career district leaders, and current superintendents from across Illinois. They've walked in your shoes, and they're here to help you walk more confidently in yours.
The Topics That Matter Most in Your First Year
Together, they'll guide you through the topics that matter most right now:
- Board-Superintendent Relations
- School Finance Fundamentals
- Strategic Leadership Practices
- Legal Guidance
- Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
- Personal Wellness
Rather than a firehose of information, the conference is built around interaction and conversation — giving you the space to engage, ask questions, and connect with peers who understand exactly where you are.
It's a complete picture of the superintendency, delivered by the people best positioned to paint it.
Reserve Your Spot
There is no registration fee and meals are provided — just make your own lodging arrangements and register by June 19.
We hope you'll join your fellow new superintendents in Springfield this July. The connections you make with peers navigating the same transition have a way of lasting throughout your career.
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