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Because of an Educator

We all have at least one great public school educator who saw something in us. Encouraged us. Took time for us. Inspired us. Fought for us. Who is yours, and what would you say to that educator if you could?

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We believe public education is a true public good that transforms lives and creates a more just and inclusive society making it an indispensable cornerstone of our American democratic republic. Together, we defend the teaching profession and believe public education is strengthened when educators are respected for their contributions to our state and its families.

The best argument for public education in Idaho is the good, simple truth of what happens in our members’ classrooms each and every day.

Layne McInelly,

IEA President and Public School Educator

Sarah Inama, Idaho's 'Everyone is Welcome Here' educator, joins the IEA Reporter Podcast to reflect on this past year and the much-needed community she found in her new union family.

Listen: https://bit.ly/4l2F88Q

#EveryoneIsWelcomeHere #IdahoEA

Sarah Inama, Idaho`s `Everyone is Welcome Here` educator, joins the IEA Reporter Podcast to reflect on this past year and the much-needed community she found in her new union family.

Listen: https://bit.ly/4l2F88Q

#EveryoneIsWelcomeHere #IdahoEA
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💡 IEA Announces Special Election for Board of Directors Region 8 Seat 💡

Nominations open on Monday, June 30.

Read more in the IEA Reporter: https://bit.ly/4k7YFDx (clickable link is in our bio)

#IdahoEA

💡 IEA Announces Special Election for Board of Directors Region 8 Seat 💡

Nominations open on Monday, June 30.

Read more in the IEA Reporter: https://bit.ly/4k7YFDx (clickable link is in our bio)

#IdahoEA
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In honor of Juneteenth, originating from the emancipation of slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865, Idaho Education Association headquarters will be closed today.

👉 Classroom resources for "teaching Juneteenth and the meaning of freedom" for educators: https://bit.ly/3qxvXpy (clickable link is in our bio)

#Juneteenth #JuneteenthIdaho

In honor of Juneteenth, originating from the emancipation of slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865, Idaho Education Association headquarters will be closed today.

👉 Classroom resources for "teaching Juneteenth and the meaning of freedom" for educators: https://bit.ly/3qxvXpy (clickable link is in our bio)

#Juneteenth #JuneteenthIdaho
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The IEA Summer Institute offers an online enrollment option — so no matter where you are in Idaho, all educators can participate!

📅 Online sessions run July 30–31
🎓 Earn up to 2 credits through Idaho State University when you participate in the virtual option.

In-person attendance (July 30–Aug 2 at Lewis-Clark State College, Lewiston) still includes up to 4 credits — but those spots are filling fast, and registration closes July 7 or once full.

🏷️ Online‑only registration is open until July 15 — no travel needed to engage with top-tier sessions!

Learn more and enroll: https://bit.ly/3SY5pZn (clickable link is in our bio)

#IdahoEA #IdahoEducators #IdahoEDU

The IEA Summer Institute offers an online enrollment option — so no matter where you are in Idaho, all educators can participate!

📅 Online sessions run July 30–31
🎓 Earn up to 2 credits through Idaho State University when you participate in the virtual option.

In-person attendance (July 30–Aug 2 at Lewis-Clark State College, Lewiston) still includes up to 4 credits — but those spots are filling fast, and registration closes July 7 or once full.

🏷️ Online‑only registration is open until July 15 — no travel needed to engage with top-tier sessions!

Learn more and enroll: https://bit.ly/3SY5pZn (clickable link is in our bio)

#IdahoEA #IdahoEducators #IdahoEDU
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SWAP SHOP & PACE BBQ 🛍️ 🍔 

Saturday, June 14
9AM-4PM
IEA HQ

Shop free, gently-used classroom supplies, decor and more. Grab a burger from our front-lawn bbq fundraiser for the Political Action Committee For Education. 

RSVP at the link in our bio!

SWAP SHOP & PACE BBQ 🛍️ 🍔

Saturday, June 14
9AM-4PM
IEA HQ

Shop free, gently-used classroom supplies, decor and more. Grab a burger from our front-lawn bbq fundraiser for the Political Action Committee For Education.

RSVP at the link in our bio!
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Celebrate National Donut Day by giving a sweet shout-out to the bargaining teams advocating for Idaho educators and students. 🍩

'Donut' miss out on what Idaho Education Association members fight for every day — click the link in our bio. 

#IdahoEA #NationalDonutDay #UnionStrong

Celebrate National Donut Day by giving a sweet shout-out to the bargaining teams advocating for Idaho educators and students. 🍩

`Donut` miss out on what Idaho Education Association members fight for every day — click the link in our bio.

#IdahoEA #NationalDonutDay #UnionStrong
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