Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year. We hope that your year has started strong and that you are finding a good balance between work and play.
The IAASE Newsletter and Publications Committee invites all members to participate in our weekly communication updates. We send this communication via our blog. If you do not subscribe to the blog, we encourage you to do so. Click here to subscribe to the blog. Additionally, if you are interested in sharing your expertise with our members, please email Tarin Kendrick or Nicole Maxwell. We welcome the opportunity to have our members blog.
IAASE Board Meetings
Mark your calendars for the IAASE board meetings. Attending board meetings is an excellent way for you to get involved and stay informed. All IAASE Members are welcome to attend.
IAASE Board Meeting Schedule for FY22 Meetings are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
October 20, 2021 IAASE Executive Board Meeting
December 2, 2021 IAASE Executive Board Meeting, IASA Office
February 23, 2022 IAASE Executive Board Meeting, Crowne Plaza, Springfield
April 27, 2022 IAASE Executive Board Meeting, IASA Office, Springfield
ASK an ATTORNEY
We are bringing this feature back: Ask an Attorney. This is your opportunity to ask our IAASE Attorneys any questions. They will provide monthly updates via the IAASE Blog. Click here to contribute to the IAASE ASK an ATTORNEY form. The first update will be in September.
SEAPAC UPDATE
Over the last few years, the Special Education Association Political Action Committee (SEAPAC) has been struggling with membership and funding. In order for the work of SEAPAC to continue, it is imperative that we attain high membership each and every school year.
You may ask, "What does SEAPAC do for me?" Well, if you recall, we have had some pretty unreasonable bills that have been discussed in our legislative chambers. Our dollars support the work of our lobbyist, Shannon Bellini, to help legislators understand our perspectives and the impact of legislation on schools. SEAPAC plays an important role in educating, providing access, and representing the organization with members of the General Assembly. Our main purpose is to raise awareness for IAASE and the impact proposed legislation has on special education. By raising and distributing funds, you are helping to advocate for the political goals of the members of IAASE.
IAASE is an organization of over 1100 members. Think of the impact we could make if every one of our members becomes a SEAPAC member!
To make becoming a member easier, we have subscribed to Givebutter. Givebutter does charge a 3.6% processing fee, so if you would like to pay by check, please route them to Melissa Taylor at 100 Paddock Road Belleville IL 62223. If you are comfortable using Givebutter, just use the camera on your phone to open the QR below!
The cost is $20 annually but you are welcome to give more! Additionally, SEAPAC would be honored to accept any voluntary private contributions including funds that regions would normally donate for the conference raffle baskets.
IAASE is well-respected by our legislators and they have come to view the organization as the voice of special education. By supporting SEAPAC, the efforts of IAASE can be continued.
If you have any questions about SEAPAC, please reach out to Lea Anne Frost at lfrost@d64.org
Have a great week and remember any day is a good day to get involved!
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