The ETA

Proudly representing over 2,400 dedicated educators 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

Welcome Back!!

Esteemed colleagues, I want to welcome back our veteran teachers, counselors, nurses, and social workers and welcome all of our new staff to the 2016-2017 school year.  I am incredibly proud and humbled to have a chance to address all the great members we have teaching, counseling, nursing and working in School District U-46. We have a brand … Read More...

 

Legislative News

Springfield is back in session next week

As we shared at the RA, there were approximately 3000 education bills generated by the state legislature last year. This Tuesday the House Education Committee will be reviewing 20 potential bills, none of which are related to pension. Hearing Notice for Education. The Senate has a much shorter agenda and will only be looking about half […]

 

Member 2 Members

2015-2016 MTSS Committee End-of Year Summary

Our discussions this year centered on communicating what is in place to those who need to know. The MTSS department has put together an Implementation Guide which outlines process and procedures for both academic and behavior/social emotional interventions. This should be available on-line for all staff to access in the 2016-2017 school year. Links … Read More...

 
 

Professional Issues

License Update from Susan Collins

Attendance was very small for our 2 license renewal sessions on Feb. 9 & 10. We will be scheduling more in April and May, dates TBD. We are open to suggestions including holding a session in June if enough members are interested. Beth is willing to come out to schools, before or after school, if […]