A coalition of six statewide education organizations have joined forces behind Vision 20/20, including the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA), the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB), the Illinois Principals Association (IPA), the Illinois Association of School Business Officials (IASBO), the Superintendents’ Commission for the Study of Demographics and Diversity (SCSDD), and the Illinois … Continue reading Illinois PTA Supports Vision 20/20
Smart Snacks in School
A webinar was presented on September 18, 2014 about eating healthier in the school environment, presented by Stephanie Simms from National PTA and Nancy Lyons of the US Department of Agriculture. Starting in school year 2014-15, all foods sold at school during the school day will need to meet nutrition standards. The Smart Snacks in … Continue reading Smart Snacks in School
Enhanced PE Frequently Asked Questions
We recently covered how the new Illinois Enhanced Physical Education (PE) Standards are leading the nation in focusing on improved fitness in children as a way to increase academic achievement. While the standards don’t take effect until next school year, school districts are developing their programs, policies, and curricula now. Here are six frequently asked … Continue reading Enhanced PE Frequently Asked Questions
New Enhanced PE Standards Coming in 2015-2016
In August 2013, a task force led by State Superintendent Dr. Chris Koch and Department of Public Health Director Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck proposed revisions to the Illinois Learning Standards for Physical Development and Health to improve and increase physical education (PE) classes. The six revised goals and two new standards that were adopted incorporate the latest … Continue reading New Enhanced PE Standards Coming in 2015-2016
Top Ten Takeaways from the Back-to-School Webinar
Illinois PTA and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) hosted a Back-to-School webinar with state superintendent Dr. Chris Koch and Illinois PTA president Peg Staehlin on Tuesday, September 9th. Topics discussed included the new Illinois Learning Standards, assessment, family engagement, and the award-winning Illinois school report card. Here are the top ten takeaways from … Continue reading Top Ten Takeaways from the Back-to-School Webinar
You’re Invited To Attend a Back to School Webinar with Dr. Chris Koch, llinois State Superintendent September 9th at 7:00 p.m.
Please join Dr. Chris Koch and Peg Staehlin for a Back to School Webinar. Dr Koch will be sharing information regarding the new Illinois Learning Standards, test assessments and parent engagement. The hour long webinar will conclude with a Q and A session. Click here for registration details.
Congratulations to The Illinois Report Card
submitted by Deb Strauss, Illinois PTA Past President October 2014 will mark the second time in two years that the Illinois State Board of Education will release the new Illinois State Report Card. The Illinois Report Card goes beyond test scores to give you, parents and/or community members, a complete view of your school. This … Continue reading Congratulations to The Illinois Report Card
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