New business items, most commonly known as NBIs, are substantive policies or programs that the Association is directed to implement within a specific time frame.
Thirty-three IEA-NEA Education Scholarships of $1,250 each were awarded this year to students who plan to pursue a career in teaching.
Last week’s Representative Assembly business sessions were preceded by a general session updating the progress of the IEA Invest in Excellence campaign for increased school funding. Breakout sessions followed, providing time for discussion and suggestions on how to present the campaign to the legislature and the community. Interest ran high as members were asked to pledge support for the Capitol Action Day planned for May 2. [
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March 8 - 10, 2007
Hyatt Regency O'Hare
Rosemont, Illinois
Some 1,200 delegates representing IEA K-12 teachers, higher education personnel, educational support professionals, retirees and student members will attend the 153rd meeting of the IEA Representative Assembly (IEA RA) this March. The RA, the highest policy-making body of the Association, will bring together representatives from your IEA regions and local associations to act on resolutions, reports and recommendations of the Board of Directors and motions by fellow delegates. The meeting is the culmination of a year long effort to ensure that member needs and interests are integrated into the daily workings of the organization.
Initially, delegates attend open hearings where they gather crucial information on issues facing the Association. The days following are spent in conducting business and making policy, including the all-important discussions on how your dues dollars will be spent.
The IEA Representative Assembly is your assembly. Contact your leaders now and make sure they carry your concerns to this policy-making body. Your involvement gives life to our democratic traditions.