IEA Region 49

Members! Time to get your co-workers, friends, and family to contact their representatives to undo Tier 2!

Time to undo Tier 2! Get your facts here!

https://ieanea.org/undo-tier-two/?fbclid=IwAR3qApGUS0wj9VeeAoKaJ9iLc9p3N79hHdcKR05H35XqL6-TId3zsIn3ASI

Undo Tier Two | Illinois Education Association Tier 2 is a major flaw in our pension system, and it is causing many to switch careers or choose not to begin a career in education in the first place. Support Senate Bill 2024

Hello Members! We need you to submit a witness slip for this bill. Please follow the directions! It can be a bit touchy but what in government isn't!

Click the link below to fill out a witness slip:
In section 1, fill in your information.
In section 2, write “self” or the name of your local.
In section 3, mark “proponent.”
In section 4, mark “record of appearance only.”

Witness Slip Dashboard for the Illinois General Assembly

Sharing! We recently had a Naxlone training and feel like everyone should know that you too can help. You can order free kits today.

https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4703/Naloxone-Saves-Lives?fbclid=IwAR0fJ0-GXX0PkgZwRjdEibP4gyWBbiAiwj-gdvOIvkwCX-E8_txMDm9l9j4_aem_ASZXn8j4wopuLPIj3u8Vwxii1laxwcr5H2IP4AbcZSZkKF_yVi8PNsm_Ymulgxmn7ZXGu5JFvm-8DLYNJvDrYSqx

Naloxone Saves Lives | Lake County, IL Naloxone is a non-addictive, life-saving medication. It can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose when used in time. It is easy to get and easy to use.

Who loves public schools?!? We do!

Sign the pledge and get a fancy bumper sticker!

https://www.nea.org/advocating-for-change/action-center/take-action/pledge-your-support-public-schools

Recycling event on December 3rd!

Remember you have so many benefits that are you are a member of the IEA and NEA!

Check out member benefits or start with neamb.com/no cost

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Register for the IEA One Conference! Information is listed in the link!

2023 One Conference. Online registration by Cvent The One Conference is an opportunity for IEA Education Support Professional, Higher Education, and IEA Retired members to develop professional skills, earn professio. Online registration by Cvent

Had a chance to chat with Illinois House Representative Joyce Mason. Looking forward to inviting her into our schools!

Reminder to share with your younger teachers.
Educators in their first, second or third year of teaching are eligible to sign up for our IEA Virtual Instructional Coach and Building Mentor program and receive $500. Learn more:

Illinois Virtual Instructional Coach and Building Mentor Program for New Teachers | Illinois Education Association The first years of teaching are exciting, exhilarating, and amazing. At the same time, they can be stressful, scary, and pressure-filled, especially for those who began their teaching career in the middle of a global pandemic.