Registration Open for Steward I (Tues., Oct. 15) and Steward II (Wed., Oct. 16) Workshops in Springfield

Steward Workshop/Trainings

STEWARD TRAINING I: This training seminar will concentrate on the knowledge needed to be an effective Union Steward.  Learn the basics of what and how a union functions, learn duties of a steward, tips for organizing your members, learn basic grievance procedures and much more. This training is for new stewards and those interested in becoming a steward.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Illinois Federation of Teachers  

700 S. College St., Springfield, IL 62704

STEWARD TRAINING II: This training seminar will be a refresher of Steward Training I. Also, learn how to represent members in pre-disciplinary meetings, facilitate new member orientation meetings, tips for organizing and communicating with your members, and much more. This training is for current stewards.  Please bring your Union Steward Manual.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Illinois Federation of Teachers 

700 S. College St., Springfield, IL 62704

Lunch will be provided

Members under the IFPE/CMS Master Contract are afforded time off without loss of pay to attend (Article XXIV IFPE Rights Section 5. Leaves to Attend IFPE Meetings).

Class size is limited so please reserve your spot today!

Contact your Area Vice-President or Linda Medlock at lmedlock@ift-aft.org.

All IFPE Local 4408 Stewards are required to attend at least

one training session to receive the annual $100.00 stipend.