The ITA is happy to help any interested candidates access the process of running for the ICSD Board of Education! 

We do this annually for ALL candidates in a the following ways:

• We provide information about important deadlines and actions required to run for a seat

• We provide counsel and advice, as requested, on how to organize an electoral campaign

• We gather petition signatures amongst our members and community supporters to help potential candidates get on the ballot

• We host a candidate questionaire and interview all potential candidates

• We provide a communications hub for sharing candidates views and campaign platforms in the community

We also make annual endorsements for candidates in the race. An ITA endorsed candidate can also expect:

• Access to our political organizing department who will help you design a winnable campaign based on your values and platform

• Amplification of your candidacy and our support for it in our internal and community networks

• Active participation of union members and community allies in your campaign in the form of flyering in the community, media support, phone banks, and door to door canvassing   

8 out of 9 of the current members of the Board of Education have been previously endorsed by the ITA and won their seats. 

When the union fights for you, you win!

Please contact us by emailing ithacateachers@gmail.com if you would like our help with launching your campaign!