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Our schools can't wait. Speak Up Now

Every message, signature, and story matters. Stand with us and speak out for Idaho’s public schools and students now.

Our Advocacy

Idaho’s educators deserve a strong voice in the policies that shape their classrooms and communities. The Idaho Education Association advocates to protect public education and ensure every child has access to a high-quality public school.

We advocate for Idaho’s educators and students by:

  • Building relationships with policymakers to ensure educators’ voices guide education policy.
  • Advocating for key priorities like fair funding, respect for the profession, high standards, and student-centered policies.
  • Empowering members with training and tools to lead change at the local and state levels.
  • Supporting pro-education leaders who share our commitment to strong public schools.

Contact Your Elected Representatives

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Our Key Issues

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Private School Vouchers

Reclaim public dollars for all Idaho students.
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Chronic Underfunding of Public Schools

Idaho kids deserve so much more than crumbling schools and patchy solutions.
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Improve Student Mental Health Resources

Students cannot succeed academically if their emotional and mental health is overlooked.
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Respect and Retain Idaho Educators

Value Idaho educators' training, expertise and profession. Provide them with proper resources and support.
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Teacher Certification Shortcuts Hurt Our Students

Idaho deserves educators who have invested in their students’ futures through four-year university teacher certification programs.
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May Matters

When we vote, we win.


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We are Idaho's public school educators.

As Idaho's largest labor union, we advocate for Idaho's education professionals and work to unite our members and the state to realize the promise of a public education that prepares every student to succeed. Together, our voice is stronger.