IASA & IASEA "Blue Jeans" spring conference - Join us for "Denim & Determination: Leading with Courage in Special Education & Law," a comprehensive conference designed for Idaho's educational leaders. This essential gathering equips principals, superintendents, special education directors, and others with the legal knowledge and practical strategies needed to address both special education compliance and general student behavioral challenges. Through focused workshops and collaborative sessions, participants will strengthen their ability to navigate student rights, implement appropriate interventions, and ensure legal compliance across all student populations. Whether managing special education programs or addressing challenging behaviors in general education settings, attendees will gain actionable insights and build confidence in handling complex student situations. Connect with fellow Idaho administrators and legal experts to enhance student support while maintaining legal integrity in your district. more info...
Join us for the 5th Annual VIRTUAL conference. Theme - Elevating Rural Education: Enriching Student Engagement, Reimagining Teacher Education, and Activating Community Partnerships
Conference Strands:
Enriching Student Engagement
In rural areas, fostering meaningful student engagement is essential for creating lasting educational impact. By implementing culturally relevant curricula, hands-on learning opportunities, and technology integration, we aim to inspire students to take an active role in their own learning. Our focus is on creating engaging, accessible educational experiences that connect with rural students' unique backgrounds and interests, empowering them to pursue academic success and lifelong learning within their communities.
Reimagining Teacher Education
Effective rural education begins with well-prepared, passionate educators who understand the unique challenges and strengths of rural communities. By reimagining teacher education, we seek to prepare teachers with the skills, resources, and knowledge to thrive in rural environments. This includes expanding professional development, offering rural-focused training, and creating support networks that encourage teachers to grow and remain invested in their rural schools. By equipping teachers to address diverse student needs, we elevate the quality and impact of education across rural regions.
Activating Community Partnerships
Strong community partnerships are vital for building a sustainable, supportive education ecosystem in rural areas. By activating these partnerships, we connect schools with local businesses, organizations, and families to enhance educational resources, create mentorship programs, and offer students real-world learning experiences. These collaborations provide students with broader support networks, expose them to career pathways, and strengthen the bonds between schools and their communities, creating a unified effort toward educational success and community development.
The Consortium for School Networking (COSN) provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. Learn more about their conference at CoSN2025 Annual Conference more info...