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Professional Excellence

Supporting and celebrating educator growth and achievement for more than 130 years
Since 1892, the Idaho Education Association has championed the success of Idaho’s educators and the students they serve. IEA offers a variety of programs, professional learning, and recognition opportunities that help teachers and education professionals grow, lead, and thrive—continuing a proud legacy of excellence in public education across our state.
Learn about and celebrate ways IEA members grow, lead, and thrive as public school educators in Idaho.

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We believe that investing in educators creates a brighter future for Idaho students and schools. Our career-long, high-quality professional development and mentoring support is designed to secure the long-term success of Idaho public schools by preparing educators to meet the ever-evolving needs of students, classrooms and families.

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The work that many of our members do as teachers and education support professionals goes above and beyond their job descriptions. The nomination deadline for the 2026 IEA Awards is Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.
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The best argument for public education in Idaho is the good, simple truth of what happens in our members’ classrooms each and every day.
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