Iowa Association of School Boards

Iowa Association of School Boards 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.

Last month, the IASB Legislative Resolutions Committee (LRC) met to review feedback from districts in order to recommen...
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. 💙

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the North Tama C...
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!

Enhance your BoardCon experience with PreCon Workshops!BoardCon 2026 kicks off on Wednesday, Nov. 18 with a full lineup ...
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!

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the GHV Communit...
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.

Don't forget to register for Ken Trump's upcoming webinar, as well as BoardCon 2026!On Wednesday, Nov. 18, school safety...
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.

With a new school year comes new opportunities to dream big, lead with purpose, and make a difference.IASB Executive Dir...
08/26/2026

With a new school year comes new opportunities to dream big, lead with purpose, and make a difference.

IASB Executive Director D.T. Magee kicked off the school year with a visit to Interstate 35 Community School District for their first board meeting of the year.

Thank you to the I-35 School Board for your dedication to your school community and for reminding us all of the power of believing in ourselves!

There's still time to register for IASB's Iowa's Everyday Heroes webinar and learn how your district can take part in th...
08/26/2026

There's still time to register for IASB's Iowa's Everyday Heroes webinar and learn how your district can take part in this new statewide campaign celebrating the people who make Iowa's community school districts strong every day.

Join us next Wednesday at noon to receive a ready-to-use toolkit packed with social media templates, video prompts, nomination materials, and other resources to help you easily share the stories of your district's everyday heroes.

Register today at www.ia-sb.org/the-learning-hub.

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the Waverly-Shel...
08/25/2026

Recently, IASB Board Development Directors Lou Gvist and Lisa Whitaker had the opportunity to work with the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District board during a governance workshop. Together, they celebrated the district's successes and discussed how they can continue building strong foundations as a team, continuing to lead with a governance mindset, and using sound principals to guide board-level decision-making.

Thank you to the Waverly-Shell rock School Board for your thoughtful engagement and continued commitment to effective governance and student success!

08/24/2026

Welcome Back to School!

As Iowa school districts begin a new school year, IASB is wishing all students, educators, administrators, school board members, and families a successful year ahead.

We hope the 2026-27 school year is filled with learning, connection, and opportunities to make a difference in the lives of Iowa's students and communities.

Here's to a great year ahead!

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