Friday Sessions

Connect to Sessions that Advance Your Profession

Illinois ASBO professional development committees are working hard to create relevant sessions that cater to your specific needs as a school business professional.
Earn up to 10 PD Clock hours at this year's conference.

8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Outsourcing and Contracting for Hard-to-Fill Positions: Legal Pitfalls

Legislation and collective bargaining requirements create hurdles for outsourcing school district staff and even for supplementing staff with contractors during a shortage. This session will provide an overview of the statutory provisions and collective bargaining requirements related to outsourcing and engaging contractors for hard-to-fill positions.
PDC: Legal Issues

Collaborative Leadership for Change: Transforming Sustainability Goals Into District-Wide Action

This session shares a case study on building a three-year Sustainability Action Plan that connects capital investments, energy data and community goals into measurable outcomes. Hear from school district and design partners on engagement frameworks, data-driven decisions and early implementation lessons.
PDC: Planning & Construction

9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

6 (or 7) Ways ISBE Data and Tools Can Assist Your Business Office

ISBE provides a wealth of data, tools and resources designed to support informed decision-making in school business operations and can help move you from reporting to results. This session will explore six (or maybe seven) practical ways these tools strengthen financial planning, improve operational efficiency and enhance strategic conversations in your district. Leave with ready-to-use resources and a preview of upcoming ISBE changes impacting the year ahead.
Presented by Illinois ASBO

Risk Management Case Studies

Examine several case studies of recent risk management events that have taken place in local school districts. Hear how these events were handled so your district can be prepared for any situation.
PDC: Risk Management