Published: June 20, 2025
The details: The election for the Idaho Education Association Board of Directors Region 8 position will kick off later this month. Only members in IEA’s Region 8 are eligible to participate in this election.
The timeline: The process will take place throughout July:
- Monday, June 30: Nominations open
- Monday, July 14: Nominations close
- Wednesday, July 23: Election opens. Eligible members will receive electronic voting credentials through their personal email address and an SMS text to the cell phone on file with IEA.
- Thursday, July 31: Election closes at 5 p.m. MDT
- Friday, August 1: Candidates notified of results
Why it matters: The winner of this election will lead the union’s work in IEA’s Region 8, which includes the western part of the Treasure Valley, one of the most populous and fastest-growing areas of the state. Longtime Region 8 board member Alicia Purdy recently resigned, triggering the election.
Have questions? Learn more about IEA elections by visiting the Elections Page.
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