This course is for all educational leaders who take an active role in the collective bargaining process. Participants will learn the legal aspects of bargaining in Illinois, current and emerging bargaining issues, negotiation models that can be used in the bargaining process, and preparation guidelines for bargaining that increase the probability of success for all parties in the bargaining process. Prior to the course, participants will be asked to complete a brief assessment of their bargaining preparation. This course is designed for those who are preparing for bargaining in the upcoming year or those who are currently bargaining or have recently completed the bargaining process with an employee group. Attendees will conclude their learning experience by assessing their readiness for bargaining or assessing their bargaining preparation as they conclude the negotiation process.
Schedule:
Registration & Refreshments: 8:00am-8:30am
Program: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Lunch: Times TBD
AAC Credit: 6.0
Designation Points: 6.0
This seminar is held in conjunction with the 2024 Annual Conference. Academy attendees are not required to be registered for the 2024 Annual Conference.
Due to changes in the Illinois State Board of Education professional development requirements, please be advised that you will be required to scan in and out to all professional development opportunities, in which credits are offered. Each attendee will also be required to fill out an evaluation summary in order to receive credit.
If you have questions, please contact Jennifer Corbin at jcorbin@iasbo.org or (815) 762-3490.