LCFT Local 504

LAKE COUNTY FEDERATION OF TEACHERS
LOCAL 504, IFT-AFT / AFL-CIO

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LCFT Supports Lake County Democratic Women at 2026 Annual Gala

LCFT Supports Lake County Democratic Women at 2026 Annual Gala The Lake County Democratic Women's 2026 Annual Gala brought together elected officials, community leaders, advocates, and supporters on September 26, 2026, at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago for an evening celebrating women's leadership and community impact.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd. Make your plan to vote today.

Every voice, including yours, makes a real difference. IFT members met with candidates and reviewed their records to find the ones who will fully fund our schools, protect our pensions, and stand up for working people. SEE THE IFT ENDORSED CANDIDATES Our voter guide lists every endorsed candidate, from U.S.

Woodland Federation of Teachers & Staff Show Their Strength

At a recent Board meeting, Woodland Federation of Teachers & Staff (WFTS) members sent a powerful message to Woodland administration and the Board of Education. Nearly 100 union members packed the board meeting, approximately 15 members spoke at the meeting, while an overflowing crowd filled the board room and spilled into the hallway.

LCFT Local 504 Paid Phone Banking Opportunity

Help Elect Pro-Education and Pro-Union Candidates and Get Paid! The 2026 election is about more than just candidates. It is about protecting workers' rights, supporting strong unions, securing fair wages, and defending retirement benefits. LCFT Local 504 is seeking members to participate in a paid phone banking campaign to help elect pro-education candidates across Illinois.

Union Solidarity in Action: IFT Staff’s IOU Union Council Supports Gurnee 56 Members

The IOU Union Council (which is comprised of the professional and support staff of the IFT Staff) recently demonstrated the true meaning of union solidarity by donating gift cards and selecting a fellow council to receive them.