Support Professionals Program

The work you do every day in your district requires an understanding of many unique subject areas. The Support Professionals Program allows you to benefit from Illinois ASBO’s vast network of industry experts as you attend professional development opportunities catered to your needs.

Whether you are new to your position or have a long history in your district, your completion of the Support Professionals Program demonstrates your dedication to working efficiently and effectively.

Program Details


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Support Professionals Half-Day Seminar: Student Activity Funds

Student Activity funds are used to safeguard and account for money raised by students and expended for the benefit of those students. Learn about topics such as day-to-day functions and basic principles, operating procedures such as cash management and internal controls, how to conduct a Student Activity annual audit and how GASB 84 will affect you.  

Attend on February 12!

Program Resources

Program Application

Apply for the Support Professionals Program! To ensure your district’s commitment to your success, you are required to obtain the support of your supervisor.

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Program Checklist

Download the check list and keep it handy to review your progress in the program.

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Justification Letter

Provide this justification letter to your supervisor to let them know how your enrollment in the program will benefit the school district.

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Professional Development for Support Professionals

Bookkeepers Conference

Designed specifically for bookkeepers and administrative office staff with sessions organized by a payroll and non-payroll track. 

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SupportCon

SupportCon offers support professionals the opportunity to learn best practices, network with colleagues, share ideas and more.

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Event Calendar

Access a listing of all of Illinois ASBO's professional development offerings.

Calendar of events

Maximize Your Program Benefits


While not required, a Support Professionals Membership is a win-win for you and your district. They save money and you have access to Illinois ASBO member-only resources! Below are just some of the benefits of membership:

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Save your district money!

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Illinois ASBO’s online community.

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Covering topics affecting business in the district.

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Updated monthly with business office deadlines.
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Member-only webinars count as electives toward program completion.

The cost of membership is only $75. This means that if you attend at least two events annually, your membership has more than already paid for itself in reduced registration costs. Start your membership benefits today or contact Nicole Lee at (815) 753-9305 for more membership information.
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