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The iLEAD Trustee Learning Portal provides trustees with consistent, accurate information grounded in law and best practices. You can access this information anytime—whether you need a quick reference or a deeper dive. The online format allows you to learn at your own pace, or with fellow trustees as part of a focused group discussion.
The portal gives you the flexibility to shape your learning experience. You may choose a structured, course-like path or explore modules that meet your immediate needs and interests. Either way, the content is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge to serve effectively. For new trustees, the modules provide a strong foundation; for experienced trustees, they offer a valuable refresher.
For example, if your board is concerned about following the Open Meetings Act, you might assign all members to watch How to Conduct an Open Meetings Act Compliant Board Meeting and then discuss it together at your next meeting. In this way, the portal becomes a practical tool to address real-time challenges.
Ideally, every trustee will view all modules and return to them as needed. But in practice, the most important thing is for you to engage with the content that is relevant to your role at the moment. Your use, feedback, and insights will help keep the portal dynamic and valuable for all trustees.
This portal was created to support and empower you in your vital role. If it helps you feel confident, capable, and connected in your service, then its mission has been accomplished.
Governor Signs Bill Amending OMA and FOIA
SB 243 proposed various amendments to the Open Meetings Act and FOIA, which had been approved by both the Illinois Senate and the Illinois General Assembly. The bill was just signed by the Governor last week and became P.A. 104-0438. We will update the related...
Reminder Required Training Due Soon!
Hey Trustees, The end of the year is quickly approaching—have you completed your required annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training? The Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) was amended to require all elected or appointed library board members and all library employees...
🎉 Way to Go Mt. Pulaski Library District! 🎉
We are excited to share that the iLEAD Team has recognized five of your board members—Trustee Selenik, Trustee Butler, Trustee Scattergood, Trustee McCubbin, and Trustee Hagenbuch—for earning all FY26 iLEAD Trustee Journey badges! 👏🎉 These trustees are setting the bar...
🎉 Congratulations to Trustee Becci P.! 🎉
👏🎉Trustee Becci P., from Homer Public Library, has earned all FY 26 iLEAD Trustee Journey badges! 👏🎉 Your commitment, dedication, and passion for service truly set the bar high. Thank you, Becci, for being the Best Trustee You Can Be! 💯✨
