Early voting is already underway throughout the state – and whether you’re heading to the polls early or waiting for the big day on Nov. 5, your participation will have an impact.  

“As we saw during the May primaries, voter turnout can make all the difference in elections,” said Chris Parri, IEA’s political director. “By supporting pro-public education candidates and issues, IEA members can truly affect change that will benefit Idaho during the upcoming legislative session – and, in the form of bonds and levies and Prop 1, for years to come.” 

Here’s everything you need to know before you go to the polls.  

Confirm your voting details. Even if you’ve registered to vote in Idaho before, it’s a good idea to check your status before heading to the polls. You can also use the link to confirm your polling place, find your congressional and legislative districts, request an absentee ballot – and even receive text or email directions to your polling place.  

Vote early. Early voting closes on Nov. 1. You can check here to see if it’s offered in your county.  

Check out IEA’s endorsements page. Every election cycle, members of the Government Relations-Political Action Committee for Education committee concentrate on identifying the best pro-public education candidates in the state. They take a stand on important issues, as well, such as the Proposition 1 initiative that would reopen Idaho’s primaries. You can find a full list of the candidates and issues the committee has backed this cycle on IEA’s endorsements page.  

Learn about candidates – in their own words. Candidates Monica Church, Rick Just, Janie Ward-Engelking, Julia Parker and Lori McCann answered IEA’s Q&A about issues important to educators. Read what they have to say about teacher certification, vouchers, funding for Idaho schools, and more.   

Go beyond voting. Voting is just one way to create change in Idaho. Every year, IEA members and their families donate to IEA’s political action committee, PACE, to help promote candidates and issues that impact public school education. You can also speak directly to policymakers on Lobby Day, when members from around the state converge at the Statehouse to describe the impact lawmakers’ decisions have on their livelihoods and their students. Register for the 2025 Lobby Day here.