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President
Melissa Stephenson
President
Melissa Stephenson
President Elect
Lauren McCleary
President Elect
Lauren McCleary
Professional Learning Chair
Sabrina Valdivia
Professional Learning Chair
Sabrina Valdivia
Communications Chair
Kaylee Hersch
Communications Chair
Kaylee Hersch
Finance Chair
Laura Lockwood
Finance Chair
Laura Lockwood
Past President
Terra Feast
Past President
Terra Feast
Finance Chair Elect
Vacant
Finance Chair Elect
Vacant
Professional Learning Chair Elect
Vacant
Professional Learning Chair Elect
Vacant
Communications Chair Elect
Vacant
Communications Chair Elect
Vacant
2025 Executive Board Nominees.pdfRecommended Slate of Nominees
for 2026-2029 Executive Board
Recommended Slate of Nominees
for 2026-2029 Executive Board
Per the Idaho Art Education Association's Bylaws, the recommended slate of nominees must be introduced to the membership via email and website 30 days prior to the annual business meeting which takes place at the fall conference.
Approval of the 2026-2029 slate of nominees will be requested by members in attendance at the IAEA fall conference on October 3-4, 2025.
Regional Reps are appointed by the IAEA Executive Board. Reps for 2026-2028 will be introduced to the membership at the annual business meeting and will be shared via email and website after the fall conference on October 3-4, 2025.
Considering a leadership role in the IAEA?
The IAEA is currently looking to fill positions on the executive board including Regional Reps. Board positions are a 2 year commitment. Current board members provide training and will be available to advise throughout the transition. Please contact president.iaea@gmail.com for more information.
HELP SHAPE IAEA & SUPPORT VISUAL ART IN IDAHO
HELP SHAPE IAEA & SUPPORT VISUAL ART IN IDAHO
IAEA is accepting nominations for open positions. If you are interested in learning more or would like to be considered for a position, please complete the form below. Approval of the recommended slate of nominees is held in October of each year.
President Elect
The President Elect trains with the current President for a year before assuming the primary leadership role of IAEA. During this time, the President Elect helps to organize the Teacher of the Year awards, Art Room Grants, and assists with PD programs and credits.
Nominations will open in 2026. Term runs from 2027 - 2030.
Communications Chair Elect
The Communications Chair creates agendas and records the minutes of the official business of the Executive Board. This position regularly communicates with the membership about activities, events, and opportunities through emails, newsletters, and web/social media posts.
Nominations will open in 2026. Term runs from 2027 - 2029.
Finance Chair Elect
The Finance Chair tracks and reports on the financial activates of IAEA. With the President, the Finance Chair creates budgets, tracks income and expenses, processes payments, and provides financial information for grant reports and taxes.
Nominations will open in 2025. Term runs from 2026 - 2028.
Professional Learning Chair Elect
The Professional Learning Chair organizes and facilitates IAEA's professional development activities, including the annual fall conference, workshops, book study, and master classes. The Professional Learning Chair works with the Conference Site Host and the Regional Reps.
Nominations will open in 2026. Term runs from 2027 - 2029.
regional reps
Help the board stay connected with the people and activities in your region! Attend monthly meetings, help with conference planning, nominations for awards and positions, and contribute to the newsletter. Regional Reps serve a 2 year term that begins in January.regional reps
REGIONAL REP NORTH/CENTRAL
(Regions I & II)
Rachael Eastman
Sacajawea MS
Lewiston, Idaho
Nominations will open in 2025. Term runs from 2026 - 2028.
REGIONAL REP
TREASURE VALLEY
(Region III)
Elizabeth Covarrubias
Doral Academy
of Idaho
Meridian, Idaho
Nominations will open in 2026. Term runs from 2027 - 2029.
REGIONAL REP
MAGIC VALLEY/SE
(Region IV)
Emily Meidell
Kimberly MS
Kimberly, Idaho
Nominations will open in 2025. Term runs from 2026 - 2028.
REGIONAL REP
EASTERN
(Regions V & VI)
Michael Feik
Rigby HS
Rigby, Idaho
Nominations will open in 2025. Term runs from 2026 - 2028.
NEW TO THE PROFESSION
(All Regions)
Dalton Mauzay
Lewiston HS
Lewiston, Idaho
Alex Hartwig
Robert Stuart MS
Twin Falls, Idaho
Nominations will open in 2025. Term runs from 2026 - 2028.
Interested in joining the IAEA Executive Board?
Complete the interest form below and a member of our team will be in touch soon!
ABOUT US
ABOUT US
The Idaho Art Education Association (IAEA) was established in 1961. IAEA is a 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volunteer board that provides professional development opportunities and support for art educators throughout the state. Our mission is to promote high-quality visual art education through professional development, leadership, and community support.
IAEA Constitution and Bylaws 2024.pdf2025 IAEA Board Org Chart.pdf
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