2024 IEA Summer Institute

"Yoga" - when you hear this word what images come to mind? Twenty-something models with perfect bodies scantily dressed and maneuvering their beautiful physiques into unimaginable poses. Well, believe it or not, yoga is a great gateway activity for the unathletic who are seeking to gain greater physical conditioning.

Even if you have never exercised before, yoga can be the perfect place to start. In this two-part session, you will learn yoga's history, types, scientifically proven benefits, etiquette, and vocabulary. In addition, during the second half, we will practice basic poses so everyone is ready to comfortably attend their first yoga class at any fitness facility.

Come start your yoga journey or just go more in-depth on what you already know about this life-long fitness activity that is accessible to everyone. Stretch out and relax for credit!!!

You may bring your own yoga mat if you'd like. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing to allow a full range of motion for poses.


Targeted to K-12.

Get access to specially negotiated IEA and NEA member benefits and educator discounts for your personal needs.

From finance and insurance to shopping and travel come learn about great ways to save money in this fun and informative class.

Participants will learn about legal benefits; banking and lending benefits; everyday savings; home and auto insurance, life, AD&D, health insurance; travel benefits; retirement and investing; realtor discounts, etc.

Bring an electronic device to view discounts online.

Targeted to K-12.

This course details the trials and hardships of working as an educator in today's world, while also providing simple but meaningful practices to improve mental well-being beyond just staying in homeostasis. Discover how to transcend what is normal and take back control of your nervous system, your spinning thoughts and your overall life.

Targeted to K-12.

Are your student loans overwhelming you? Then this is a session for you!

Come find out how your IEA Membership can help you take control of your loans and obtain student loan forgiveness. Learn how your NEA Member Benefits can help you determine if you qualify for loan forgiveness, how much you can have forgiven, and/or if you qualify for lowering your monthly payment.

Targeted to K-12.

Have you lost your love of teaching? Do you find yourself counting the days from vacation to vacation? Do you feel uninspired and disengaged? If so, you may be practicing "Quiet Quitting."

No matter what your role in education is, if you find yourself just showing up, putting in minimum effort, and going through the motions without passion or purpose, this course is for you"! In this session, you will learn how to identify "Quiet Quitting" and cultivate the working conditions for inspired engagement - despite challenging circumstances.

Come and learn the techniques required to refuel your fire, unlock your love for education again, and rekindle your daily motivation for the work.

Get access to specially negotiated IEA and NEA member benefits and educator discounts for your personal needs.

From finance and insurance to shopping and travel come learn about great ways to save money in this fun and informative class.

Participants will learn about legal benefits; banking and lending benefits; everyday savings; home and auto insurance, life, AD&D, health insurance; travel benefits; retirement and investing; realtor discounts, etc.

Bring an electronic device to view discounts online.

Targeted to K-12.

This relaxing yoga session that will put you in the right frame of mind and body to end the conference on a high note and travel in comfort.

For physical, mental and spiritual relaxation, wear loose fitting clothing. All shapes and sizes welcome!

Please bring a yoga mat if you have one.