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Illinois Accountability Series
Practical guidance for navigating Illinois’ revised accountability model
In partnership with ISBE, IPA and IASA are offering a series of sessions to help school leaders understand and apply Illinois’ revised accountability system. Learn how to access, model, and interpret your data to support informed decisions and continuous school improvement.
Modeling Your School's Accountability Data
Audience: District and School Leaders
Learn how to use the new ISBE accountability spreadsheet to model your school's dataset and estimate your likely designation. This session will walk school leaders through the key fields, calculations, and data points needed to interpret results and better understand how their school may be identified under the new system.
Register NowCoaching School Leaders Through the New Accountability System
Audience: IPA and IASA Mentors and Coaches
This two-part session prepares IPA and IASA mentors and coaches to guide principals in understanding the new accountability system. Participants will explore key metrics, where leaders should locate their data, and how mentors can support reflective data review and informed conversations about school performance.
Register NowAccountability 101 for New Principals
Audience: New Principals
This session will be included in the Launching Excellent Leaders Series and will introduce new leaders to Illinois' new accountability system and where to locate their most important data sources. Participants will gain a clear overview of the indicators, designations, and tools that will help them monitor their school's progress and understand their accountability profile.
Register NowUnderstanding Illinois' New Accountability System
Get an overview of the state's new accountability model and what it means for schools and principals. This session will highlight key indicators, explain how designations are determined, and provide practical guidance for interpreting your school's data.
Conference RegistrationAccountability Q&A with ISBE
Bring your questions about Illinois' new accountability system and connect directly with ISBE. This interactive session provides an opportunity to clarify details, explore scenarios, and gain insight into how the system will affect your school.
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