AASA

About AASA

AASA Programs and Services

About AASA
AASA, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for over 13,000 educational leaders across America and in many other countries.

AASA Mission Statement
The mission of the American Association of School Administrators is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to the highest quality public education for all children.

AASA Membership Information
Information on AASA Membership is included on the IASA Membership Invoice available on this website under Membership Categories.

For your convenience, AASA membership dues for 2007-2008 is as follows:

Active - $403.00
Professor - $202.00
Retired - $60.00

Illinois AASA Election - 2009
For additional information on the 2009 Illinois AASA Governing Board Election click here.

A list of the current Illinois AASA Governing Board and Executive Committee Members and expiration terms are as follows:

AASA Governance - Illinois Representatives

AASA Executive Committee - The AASA Executive Committee articulates the mission and goals of the association, makes recommendations regarding resolutions submitted by the membership, and evaluates the Executive Director. As advocates for education, the AASA Executive Committee develops the Association’s legislative agenda. Every five years, the committee reviews the composition of the AASA Regions and, if necessary, recommends modifications.

Illinois Representative
	Robert E. Gillum, Supt. Ball Chatham CU #5 Term expires June 30, 2011

AASA Governing Board - Illinois holds six seats on the AASA Governing Board. Members of the AASA Governing Board serve as the voice for Illinois members and are also responsible for reporting back to the membership which they represent. While the Executive Committee sets the agenda regarding legislation, it is the duty of the Governing Board members to act on the agenda through grassroots strategies. They also review and act upon policy positions, resolutions and financial reports from the Executive Director and Audit Committee.

IASA Northcentral Super Region
	Dr. Christine M. Benson, Supt. Streator Elem #44 Term expires June 30, 2009
	David W. Messersmith, Supt. Bushnell Prairie City #170 Term expires June 30, 2010
IASA Northeastern Super Region
	Dr. Henry A. Gmitro, Supt. Community Consolidated #93 Term expires June 30, 2009
	Dr. David R. Schuler, Supt. Township HS #214 Term expires June 30, 2011
IASA Southern Super Region
	Tim C. Bleyer, Supt. Carterville CU #5 Term expires June 30, 2009
	Dr. Marleis Trover Retired Term Expires June 30, 2010