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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
Idaho’s educators know what it means to serve a community — and today, we pause to honor those whose service has safeguarded our freedom to teach, learn, and grow.
From every classroom across Idaho: thank you, Veterans. 💙
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #PublicService #IdahoEducators #IdahoEA
🎉 Big congrats to our Pumpkin Carving Contest winners — Lindsey Smith and Tabitha Miller and her daughter! 🏆
Your creativity lit up our feed (and our fall spirit)! Thanks to everyone who joined in to support the IEA PACE Pumpkin Carving Challenge — you all made it a spooktacular success! 👻🧡
Even though this contest has closed, the Political Action Committee for Education (PACE) is always open to new contributions!
What is PACE?
The Political Action Committee for Education was founded by educators, for educators. We support candidates of either party who stand up for fully funded public schools, local control, and pragmatic policy based on input from real Idahoans.
Learn more and donate here: https://idahoea.org/take-action/pace/
📊 Turnout made the difference.
In Idaho’s Nov. 4 elections, some school levies passed by just a few votes — Mountain Home by 20, Orofino by 14 — while others like Valley’s failed by only 4.
✅ Wins: West Ada educators helped elect Meghan Brown to the school board, and 18 districts passed supplemental levies.
❌ Losses: No bonds passed due to Idaho’s 66.7% threshold. Levies failed in Valley, Filer, Marsh Valley, Grangeville, Kellogg, Middleton, and Minidoka County, many by narrow margins.
Only 30% of Idahoans voted — but those who did proved how much every ballot counts.
Let’s build on this momentum and make turnout our strongest tool for change in the next election: the May 2026 primary. 🗳️💪
🔗 Read more results in IEA Reporter → https://bit.ly/47XX53Y (click the link in our bio)
#VoteForPublicEd #IdahoSchools #UnionStrong #IdahoEA
💙 Share if you voted for public education today. 💚
Happy Election Day! 🇺🇸
Polls are open until 8 p.m. — find where to vote, check your registration status, and more: https://bit.ly/3WC9h48 (clickable link is in our bio)
#IdahoEA #IDPol #IDLeg #IDVotes
You have homework this evening!
📲 Open your phone contacts and text at least 5 people this message:
“Hey friend! Hope you’re doing well. I know we both care about our community and our schools… tomorrow is Election Day! If you have not already made a plan to vote, you can find your polling location here: https://bit.ly/4qxrxJA. Every voice matters. Hope you have a great day!"
Comment "done" when you`ve completed your homework.
Happy Election Eve!
🎃 Vote for your favorite pumpkin! 🎃
Our PACE Pumpkin Carving Fundraiser entries are in, and now it’s your turn to pick a winner!
🗳️ Cast your “vote” by commenting #1, #2, or #3 that corresponds with your pumpkin of choice in the Instagram slider.
👍 The pumpkin with the most likes wins our People’s Choice Award!
Voting is open until Nov. 1 at 8pm — so get those votes in and show some pumpkin love! 🧡
UPDATED SUBMISSION FORM AND EXTENDED DEADLINE - IEA PACE Pumpkin Carving & Decorating Contest! 🎃
Get creative and support public education! Join the IEA’s Political Action Committee for Education (PACE) for a fun and festive online pumpkin carving and decorating contest. Show off your artistic flair, share your masterpiece, and compete for prizes — all while helping fund pro-education advocacy in Idaho.
How It Works:
1. Register & Donate: Enter with a suggested donation of $10–$25 to PACE, or make it lasting with a $5 recurring donation!
2. Create Your Pumpkin Magic: Carve or decorate your pumpkin however you like — spooky, silly, or stunning!
3. Submit Your Entry: fill out this form and email your pumpkin photos (link in bio) or post them on your Facebook or Instagram and tag @IdahoEA.
4. Deadline: Entries due by October 30, 2025, at 5 PM
5. Celebrate & Win: All entries will be showcased on IEA’s social media from October 31 to November 2, 2025.
6. Winners for 1st Place, 2nd Place, and IEA Staff Favorite will be announced the first week of November.
This is a family-friendly event — everyone is welcome to join in the fun and show their support for Idaho’s public schools!
