The ETA

Proudly representing over 2,400 dedicated educators and serving over 40,000 students throughout 11 different communities, the Elgin Teachers Association (ETA) is a local affiliate of the Illinois Education Association/NEA.

We exist to advance the cause of the teaching profession and the cause of public education – the cornerstone of our democracy.

President’s Posts

President’s Insights 9-3-18

Welcome Back Welcome back to the 2018-2019 school year.  This past Wednesday it was an honor and privilege to preside over our first Rep Assembly of the 2018-2019 school year.  The work ahead of us is great, but I am excited for the challenge.Those before us were able to achieve great things. Their unity and hard work has benefited this generation … Read More...

National Board Certification: Value for Teachers

 
 

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ETA Statement on District Communication 9-7

STATEMENT FROM THE ELGIN TEACHERS ASSOCIATION REGARDING DISTRICT COMMUNICATION 9-7 Today was the first paycheck of the 2018-2019 school year. At a time when our teachers would be moving on the salary schedule, we remained stagnant due to the decision to withhold step made by the Board of Education. As stated previously, Donna, Scott, and I are … Read More...

 
 

 

Legislative News

Changes to TRS (The 3% Law)

The IEA sent an e-mail regarding changes to TRS that came through in the budget bill signed by Governor Bruce Rauner. These changes were added at the last minute of the budget session. You can read about all of these changes in the e-mail sent from IEA or by clicking the following link; IEA Letter […]