IFT News Updates
This page is an archive of recent entries in the Latest News section. Entries are listed in chronological order by default. To search by a specific area of interest, select one of the topics listed to the left.
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10/17/2019
Teachers and staff who are IFT members of the Chicago Teachers Union have been forced to the picket lines in their fight for smaller class sizes, adequate staffing, and critical resources for students and schools.
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10/16/2019
IFT President Dan Montgomery released the following statement today in support of striking Chicago Teachers Union, IFT Local 1, and SEIU Local 73:
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10/16/2019
The 2019 IFT Convention begins this Friday, October 18! It will be a fun, high-energy three days packed with conversation about how far OUR UNION has come and strategic planning designed to strengthen OUR FUTURE.
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10/07/2019
With the 2019 Convention set to begin on October 18, IFT members should be aware of some important rules and procedures regarding delegate and alternate credentialing.
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9/26/2019
IFT President Dan Montgomery released the following statement today in support of CTU’s authorization strike vote results
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9/20/2019
IFT President Dan Montgomery released the following statement in support of the National Nurses United one-day strike
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9/09/2019
The IFT is proud to call these outstanding educators members of our union family.
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9/05/2019
Interested educators and counselors must apply before October 6.
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8/29/2019
Illinois Labor Day events
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8/28/2019
The union represents contingent faculty at Columbia College Chicago.
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8/28/2019
The bill provides educators with a right to a fair appeal process in evaluations.
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8/22/2019
Bill's passing is a major step in addressing the teacher shortage.
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7/08/2019
We at the IFT are proud to have known her and to continue the work she believed in.
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6/24/2019
This primary is about ideas, so let’s make sure our fights are front and center.
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6/22/2019
President Trump’s recent threats on immigrants and refugees run counter to IFT’s long-standing positions on these issues.
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6/02/2019
The first half of the 101st General Assembly concluded today, and what a session it was for our union and our members!
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5/27/2019
In a huge victory for everyday women and men, the Illinois House today approved the Fair Tax proposal, ensuring that the measure will be on the ballot in 2020.
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5/24/2019
Read the latest updates from Springfield as the GA nears its May 31 adjournment.
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5/18/2019
Lawmakers rushed to move the remainder of their legislation as the scheduled session adjournment date nears.
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5/15/2019
Don't let lawmakers leave Springfield this month without repealing the 3% cap. Call now.
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