IEA Region 1

06/10/2026

A great opportunity to represent Region 1 and have some fun with other Region Members!

If you're interested, please send a DM, and we'll connect you with our Region 1 Grassroots Political Activist!

06/10/2026

Tag a friend who needs to join you at Summer Leadership Academy! Members can sign up now for the discounted rate of $90. The rate will go up to $125 on July 5. Link in comments ☀️

06/01/2026

05/23/2026

To our class of 2026 retiring educators: You have made a difference in the lives of your students and coworkers. Thank you for your years of dedication and service. May this next chapter be filled with joy, opportunity and adventure. Congratulations 🎉 🎉 🎉

05/22/2026

IEA's legislation on Notice to Remedy, SB 2914, passed out of the Illinois House of Representatives. It passed the Illinois Senate in April, and both chambers passed the bill with veto-proof majorities. It now awaits Gov. JB Pritzker’s signature to become law.

05/13/2026

05/09/2026

False and inaccurate allegations should not remain in a teacher's file for the rest of their career. Take action now: https://secure.ngpvan.com/ZUSr0MEePkqxhwc81jfwdg2

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you this Teacher Appreciation Week!!! 🌌✨

04/22/2026

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04/03/2026

We ❤️ Kelly!

The Illinois Education Association recently awarded seven educators from around the state for their outstanding commitment to their schools, students, communities and public education. The awards were presented during the IEA Representative Assembly, which is the legislative body of the IEA and helps the state’s largest union set its agenda for the year. There are 1,200 IEA delegates, guests and state dignitaries who attend the RA.

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