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Vision & Voice for Public Education IASB is a primary advocate for outstanding public education for all Iowa students.

IASB strives for excellence as an organization, works effectively with other groups on common goals, and is continuously improving. IASB empowers boards and board members as visionary leaders by providing superior education programs and services.

09/10/2026

Choose your level of School Finance at BoardCon!

Whether you're looking to build your foundation or take a deeper dive into school finance, there's a School Finance PreCon Workshop for you. All three workshops offer SBO credit for first-time attendees.

Learn more about our PreCon Workshop Lineup at www.ia-sb.org/boardcon/workshops. Special thanks to Frontline Analytics for sponsoring the morning and afternoon school finance workshops.

09/09/2026

Recently, IASB Board Development Director Lou Gvist had the opportunity to work alongside the Kingsley-Pierson Community School District Board during a governance workshop focused on building a strong foundation for teamwork and trust.

Together, they explored the importance of clear roles, communication, and collaboration between the board and district leadership, while developing long-term goals focused on student learning and success, district culture, and financial stability.

Thank you to the Kingsley-Pierson board for your thoughtful engagement and commitment to working together to move your district forward!

09/08/2026

Don't forget—Iowa's Everyday Heroes is underway!

This campaign is designed for IASB member districts, with ready-to-use resources to help you recognize the people who make a difference in your school community every day.

Visit the Iowa's Everyday Heroes webpage to access the toolkit, templates and resources you can share with your district to start participating today!

09/04/2026

IASB is pleased to share that the Iowa Association of School Personnel Administrators (IASPA) has been recognized as an AASPA Compass Distinguished Affiliate by the American Association of School Personnel Administrators!

This national recognition highlights IASPA's dedication to supporting and advancing school personnel professionals across Iowa.

Check out the full news release at www.ia-sb.org/newsroom/press-releases

09/03/2026

Last month, the IASB Legislative Resolutions Committee (LRC) met to review feedback from districts in order to recommend a set of legislative beliefs, resolutions, and priorities, which together form IASB's legislative platform.

Made up of school board members representing districts across Iowa, the LRC plays an important role in shaping the legislative platform that will be considered by IASB delegates in November.

Thank you to our LRC members for bringing their perspectives, experiences and commitment to the table!

09/02/2026

Iowa's Everyday Heroes is officially here! 🎉

Starting today, IASB is helping Iowa's community school districts celebrate the people who show up every day to make a difference in Iowa's public schools and district communities.

Iowa's Everyday Heroes is an IASB member-only campaign. IASB members can access campaign resources under the Services tab when logged into our website.

Together, let's celebrate the Everyday Heroes who make our schools stronger. 💙

09/01/2026

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the North Tama County Community School District Board during a governance workshop.

Together, they discussed leading with a governance mindset, setting clear expectations to foster positive and constructive interactions, and reaffirming the district's mission and core priorities. The group also celebrated their successes and discussed how to use their strategic plan to monitor progress throughout the year.

Thank you to the North Tama board for your thoughtful engagement and continued commitment to strong governance and success for your students and community!

08/31/2026

Enhance your BoardCon experience with PreCon Workshops!

BoardCon 2026 kicks off on Wednesday, Nov. 18 with a full lineup of PreCon workshops designed to help board members and district leaders learn, connect, and lead. With sessions covering school safety, governance, communication, school finance, and more, there's an opportunity to find a workshop that fits your role and interests.

View the full workshop lineup at
www.ia-sb.org/boardcon/workshops. Register for BoardCon today!

Edit: The morning workshops run from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Apologies for any confusion!

08/28/2026

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the GHV Community School District Board during a governance workshop.

Together, they explored leading with a governance mindset and using board policies to support positive and constructive interactions while also celebrating the district's successes and reaffirming their board goals.

Thank you to the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura team for your thoughtful engagement and commitment to strong governance and continued success for your district.

08/27/2026

Don't forget to register for Ken Trump's upcoming webinar, as well as BoardCon 2026!

On Wednesday, Nov. 18, school safety expert Ken Trump will lead a PreCon Workshop focused on helping board members navigate critical school safety decisions and strengthen their role in creating a culture of safety.

On Wednesday, Sept. 30, catch Ken's webinar where he'll preview his PreCon Workshop, as well as offer practical guidance to help board members lead with confidence on critical school safety issues.

Find more information and register for both events at www.ia-sb.org/the-learning-hub.

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6000 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA
50312

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15152881991

Website

http://www.ia-sb.org/

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