Welcome to

Illinois

As you prepare for State Convention, we’ve gathered some info that will be helpful to have before you arrive!

illinois gold

Select Your Division

State Leadership

  • Mr. Troy Hickey | Chair
  • Karl Sweitzer | Vice Chair
  • Nichole Heyen
  • Lori Quigley
  • Edwin Shoemate
  • Dr. Lori James-Gross
TroyHickey IL

Mr. Troy Hickey

Board Member

Myla Moreland el pres il

Myla Moreland

Elementary President

Century Elementary School

TroyHickey IL

Mr. Troy Hickey

Board Member

Amy Taake

Amy Taake

State Sponsor

Century School

Pamela Turner

Pamela Turner

State Sponsor Elect

Jonesboro Grade School

Audrey Shearer jr pres il

Audrey Shearer

Junior President

Century Junior High School

Isaiah Hensley jr vp il

Isaiah Hensley

Junior Vice President

Vienna Grade School

Ira Pandya hr sec il

Ira Pandya

Junior Secretary

South Loop School

TroyHickey IL

Mr. Troy Hickey

Board Member

Mandy Cooley

Mandy Cooley

State Sponsor

Robinson High School

Katie Miller

Katie Miller

State Sponsor Elect

Century High School

Alyssa Fabian sr pres il

Alyssa Fabian

Senior President

Cobden High School

Ethan Hook sr pres il

Ethan Hook

Senior Vice President

Vienna High School

Raelynn Sadler sr sec il

Raelynn Sadler

Senior Secretary

Anna-Jonesboro Community High School

The Elementary & Junior Basics

Here are the three most helpful links to get you prepped for your convention!

The Details

Everything you need to know for the Illinois Elementary/Junior Convention!

First General Session
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
1:30 PM

Presiding: Audrey Shearer | President
Pledge of Allegiance
National Anthem
Greetings from State Sponsor: Amy Taake
Council Introductions: Troy Hickey | Council Chair
Campaign Rally
Performing Arts Finals – Group (top 3)
Keynote Address: Ira Pandya | Secretary
Awards Presentation – Academics
Adjournment: Audrey Shearer | President

Second General Session
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
7:30 PM

Presiding: Isaiah Hensley | Vice President
Keynote Address: Audrey Shearer | President
Performing Arts Finals – Solo, Duo, Trio
Awards Presentation – Visual Arts & Individual
Adjournment: Isaiah Hensley | Vice President

Third General Session
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
9:30 AM

Presiding: Ira Pandya | Secretary
Keynote Address: Isaiah Hensley | Vice President
Installation of New State Officers
Songfest Finals
Awards Presentation – Club & Team
Adjournment: Newly Elected President

Main Hall Dimensions with Lobby BOS Center ()
Lower Level Diagram BOS Center ()

Coming Soon

Dock Times:

Tuesday, March 4

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM and 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday, March 5

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Coming Soon

To access the loading dock, pull to the Northeast overhead (corner of 9th & Washington) to unload. The loading dock space is semi-height. 

Props and Luggage may be stored along the walls in Main Hall.

Coming Soon

Hours of Concessions:

Tuesday, March 4

10:00 AM – 7:30 PM

BOS Center Concessions Menu & Price List

Chicken Sandwich $8.00
BBQ Sandwich $9.00
Nachos w/ Cheese $6.00
* Add Pulled Pork $4.00
Pretzels $5.00
Hot Dog $5.00
Bottled water/tea/soda (Pepsi products) $4.00
Gatorade $4.00
Chips $2.00
Candy/Granola Bar $4.00
Cookie $1.00
Pizza Slice $3.00

Coming Soon

Watch General Session livestream here.

We’re excited to team up with BAND, the official communication app for National Beta, to help sponsors, adult chaperones and parents/guardians stay connected during our events! Whether it’s room changes, schedule updates, lost and found info, or other important announcements—you’ll find it all in one easy place.

*This will not replace the Beta app for event details and facility information.

Click the link to download and directly access the Illinois Elementary/Junior State Convention communication BAND channel!

*This event channel is available for use by sponsors, parents/guardians, and adult chaperones only. Please do NOT share this link with students.

The Senior Basics

Here are the three most helpful links to get you prepped for your convention!

The Details

Everything you need to know for the Illnois Senior Convention!

First General Session
Thursday, March 5, 2026
3:00 PM

Presiding: Alyssa Fabian | President
Pledge of Allegiance
National Anthem
Greetings from State Sponsor: Mandy Cooley
Council Introductions: Troy Hickey | Council Chair
Campaign Rally
Performing Arts Finals – Group (top 3)
Keynote Address: Raelynn Sadler | Secretary
Awards Presentation – Academics
Adjournment: Alyssa Fabian | President

Second General Session
Thursday, March 5, 2026
7:30 PM

Presiding: Ethan Hook | Vice President
Keynote Address: Alyssa Fabian | President
Performing Arts Finals – Solo, Duo, Trio
Awards Presentation – Visual Arts & Individual
Adjournment: Ethan Hook | Vice President

Third General Session
Friday, March 6, 2026
9:30 AM

Presiding: Raelynn Sadler | Secretary
Keynote Address: Ethan Hook | Vice President
Installation of New State Officers
Show Choir Finals
Awards Presentation – Club & Team
Adjournment: Newly Elected President

Main Hall Dimensions with Lobby BOS Center ()
Lower Level Diagram BOS Center ()

Coming Soon

To access the loading dock, pull to the Northeast overhead (corner of 9th & Washington) to unload. The loading dock space is semi-height. 

Dock Times:

Thursday, March 6

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday, March 7

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Coming Soon

Coming Soon

Props and Luggage may be stored along the walls in Main Hall.

Hours of Concessions:

Thursday, March 6

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

BOS Center Concessions Menu & Price List:

Chicken Sandwich $8.00
BBQ Sandwich $8.00
Nachos $6.00
Pretzels $5.00
Hot Dog $5.00
Bottled water/tea/soda $3.00
Gatorade $3.00
Chips $2.00
Candy/Granola Bar $3.00
Cookie $2.00
Pizza Slice $2.00

Coming Soon

BOS Center Concessions Menu & Price List

Chicken Sandwich $8.00
BBQ Sandwich $9.00
Nachos w/ Cheese $6.00
* Add Pulled Pork $4.00
Pretzels $5.00
Hot Dog $5.00
Bottled water/tea/soda (Pepsi products) $4.00
Gatorade $4.00
Chips $2.00
Candy/Granola Bar $4.00
Cookie $1.00
Pizza Slice $3.00

Watch General Session livestream here.

We’re excited to team up with BAND, the official communication app for National Beta, to help sponsors, adult chaperones and parents/guardians stay connected during our events! Whether it’s room changes, schedule updates, lost and found info, or other important announcements—you’ll find it all in one easy place.

*This will not replace the Beta app for event details and facility information.

Click the link to download and directly access the Illinois Senior State Convention communication BAND channel!

*This event channel is available for use by sponsors, parents/guardians, and adult chaperones only. Please do NOT share this link with students.

Contact the Beta Team

If you have any questions about the National Convention, please contact our National Office.

Download Our App

National Beta Gateway is the official mobile app of National Beta Club. Gateway is available for sponsors, members, and guests allowing exclusive access to all things National Beta.

apple store
google play