Teachers

NEW UPDATES THIS YEAR:  Students may compete individually if not attending a member school and NEW COMPETITION RUBRICS

General Reminder:  Sponsors are responsible for registering their school with the IJAS regional and state exposition, as well as attending meetings.

Individual schools pay an IJAS State registration fee. They submit a registration form or renewal to the state. Yes, even if you are homeschooled or an individual student without a participating school.  MEMBERSHIP IS DUE ON DECEMBER 31ST

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL PAGE​

• Please also be sure to register your students when it's time for the regional competitions. This is the entry for the IJAS State series. Students must qualify for state through the regions. Contact the Regional Chairperson with any questions.

Do not hesitate to reach out to your region's chair with additional questions.

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Sponsors are also responsible for reading the important documents, aiding their students in preparation for the exposition and keeping track of deadlines. 

• Be sure to read the Policy and Procedure Manual thoroughly. Many common questions can be answered by this document. 

Encourage your students to enter the contests, scholarships, and student board applications. 

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Important Dates:

• Dec 31st: Membership DUE for Schools and Individuals

• February 15th: Student Registration DUE to State

• Febuary - March: Regional Fairs(Across the State)

• April 24th - 25th: State Fair  - Southern Illinois University in Carbondale