IL SB2987

Requires all school board members to complete a minimum of 4 hours of professional development and leadership training during their first year of service, covering education and labor law, financial oversight, fiduciary responsibilities, trauma-informed practices, and improving student outcomes.

Defines "trauma" according to Section 3-11 of the School Code and specifies that trauma-informed training must address recognition of trauma in students and staff, effects on behavior and learning, implicit bias in recognizing trauma across different demographic groups, and effective prevention practices.

Mandates that training on improving student outcomes must include information relevant to school board member duties, though specific content is not detailed in the statute.

Requires school districts to maintain on their website a list of all voting board members who have successfully completed the required training.

Allows training to be provided by a statewide association established for school board member training or by other qualified providers approved by the State Board of Education.