The Lake County Federation of Teachers, Local 504, proudly celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of our members who have been recognized as nominees and award winners across Lake County and the State of Illinois.
These dedicated educators and support staff exemplify excellence, commitment, and the very best of our profession. We are honored to recognize their achievements.
Local 504 members proudly traveled to Springfield on March 25th to advocate for HB 4416, the Unemployment Equity Act, standing alongside our union sisters & brothers to make our voices heard before Illinois legislators.
Union Member Benefit Spotlight - Trauma Counseling
AFT Trauma Benefit. Members work hard—now more than ever—to educate, heal, help and serve our communities. Sometimes our own stress is compounded by a personal or workplace trauma; still, we struggle to be fully present for others.
On March 17, 2026, members of the Waukegan Teachers Council addressed the Waukegan District 60 School Board to voice their frustration over the district’s continued refusal to grant lane changes - despite teachers having submitted all required documentation proving completion of graduate?level coursework.
The Woodland Federation of Teachers and Staff announced ratification by its union membership of a tentative agreement reached with the Woodland C.C. School District 50 Board of Education regarding salary increases for all educators and support staff. This marks an important step toward addressing longstanding recruitment and retention challenges tied to chronic low pay.
