IL Federation of Teachers
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The IFT represents 103,000 teachers and PSRPs throughout Illinois, faculty and staff at community colleges and universities, public employees and retirees.
Illinois
Joined August 2009
2025 proved our power. IFT members stood shoulder to shoulder with our union siblings—pushing back against injustice and fighting for our schools, campuses, public services, and communities. 2026 will demand even more—and we’ll be ready. Because when we stand together, we win.
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In Peoria, @iftaft member & music teacher Tyler Bishop turned a classroom inside joke into a full holiday song — “6-7 Christmas,” which he wrote, arranged, and produced himself. 🎶 https://t.co/BheQkTBTno
#PublicSchoolProud
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In Peoria, IL, music teacher Tyler Bishop turned a classroom inside joke into a full holiday song. His students inspired “6-7 Christmas,” an original track he wrote, arranged, and produced. #PublicSchoolProud @IFTAFT @PeoriaFT780 🎶 https://t.co/ImLQztoNsW
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When you shop union-made, you’re investing in fair wages, safe working conditions, and strong communities. If you still have holiday shopping to do, look no further than these union-made companies. Check out the full gift guide here: https://t.co/7ZOxAIitz3 ✊🎁
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IFT & CTU President Stacy Davis Gates Responds as Trump’s Department of Education Deals Another Attack to Our Kids and Communities 🔗 https://t.co/rWJwQ7gkGL
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Our scholarships were established to assist students with pursuing education beyond high school and to promote an understanding of the labor movement in young people that will endure for generations to come. Check out opportunities from IFT:
ift-aft.org
The Illinois Federations of Teachers supports the continuing education of high school seniors by awarding two scholarships annually.
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Winter break is a great time to encourage high school students to apply for scholarships!
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The AFT is launching a new survey that will help identify the most urgent affordability issues and shape the resources so that members get the relief they need. https://t.co/OYuPoYSdJp
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AFT wants to hear from you! Workers are being crushed by the soaring costs of basic necessities—housing, healthcare, child care, college, even the cost of keeping up with credit cards or medical bills.
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Lifting up these amazing students who are taking action to protect and help their friends and neighbors. ❤️ Immigrants in our communities are facing uncertainty and fear right now, and it’s on all of us to show compassion and solidarity.
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Join @AFTunion President Randi Weingarten and experts from education and public health on Dec. 16, for a free, for-credit Vital Lessons webinar on how to build inclusive, resilient spaces where everyone can thrive. Learn more and register:
sharemylesson.com
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In today’s world, fostering connection and belonging is essential to mental wellness—at work, in schools and in our communities. ⬇️
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AFT is excited to wish a Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! We hope that this festival of light brings people together for a joyful, peaceful celebration. 🕎
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As A.I. content increases, media literacy matters more than ever. This article explores practical ways to navigate today’s attention economy by teaching digital literacy and critical thinking skills. Read more from K12 Dive: https://t.co/q5HpVD24PA
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☎️ Then take action. Contact your alderperson and tell them to vote YES on the Protecting Chicago budget. https://t.co/1o2QzxElre
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