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Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on President-Elect Trump’s Nomination of Linda McMahon for Education Secretary

The nomination of billionaire Linda McMahon—a retired wrestling industry executive with no teaching experience—to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education represents a reckless shift in our nation’s education priorities.

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Connecticut Teachers Honored for Excellence

In a ceremony honoring educators across the state, the importance of public schools took center stage.

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Killingly Education Champions’ Work on Behalf of Students Gets Results

In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, parent Christine Rosati Randall shares how Killingly community members came together as Champions for Public Education to successfully advocate for the mental health center students desperately needed.

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Bridgeport Board of Education Appoints Acting Superintendent

The Bridgeport Board of Education unanimously appointed Deputy School Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery as acting superintendent during a meeting last night.

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Norwich Free Academy Teacher Surprised with $25,000 Award

“A little overwhelmed, very surprised, and shocked,” is how Norwich Free Academy social studies teacher Jessica Chapman described her feelings this morning immediately after finding out that she is the 2024 Connecticut recipient of the Milken Educator Award, which comes with $25,000.

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Symposium Addresses Teacher Shortage, Diversity

Growing and diversifying Connecticut’s professional educator workforce, which has long been at the center of CEA’s legislative, policymaking, communications, and training efforts, was the subject of a daylong symposium hosted by the Connecticut State Department of Education.

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Processing the 2024 Election

On the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, Two T’s in a Pod, CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey discuss their own reactions to election outcomes and how other educators and labor union members might think about the election results.

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Fall Fun Brings Aspiring Educators Together for Connection and Growth

Beautiful fall weather and a chance to hang out with other members of CEA’s Aspiring Educator Program brought nearly 60 students to Lyman Orchards this fall for the program’s official kickoff.

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Celebrating Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month

During November, we celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Native Peoples. To help educators with their curriculum plans, NEA has compiled lessons and resources for learning about the tribes indigenous to North America.

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Building Financial Security: Essential Tips for Teachers

In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, LEARN Education Association President Kristin Gemaly discusses what teachers need to know when it comes to investing for retirement and planning for the future.

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Teachers Kick Back at UConn Homecoming Tailgate

Under the bright blue sky, CEA members and their family and friends gathered at Rentschler Field this Saturday to enjoy food fresh from the grill, catch up with one another, and play some cornhole at the CEA Teacher Tailgate ahead of UConn’s homecoming game.

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Survey Finds Bridgeport Teachers Fear Retaliation, Lack Confidence in Superintendent

A new survey of Bridgeport teachers clearly demonstrates the crisis of leadership the district is facing.

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Featured Headlines

Latest News and Information

Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on President-Elect Trump’s Nomination of Linda McMahon for Education Secretary

The nomination of billionaire Linda McMahon—a retired wrestling industry executive with no teaching experience—to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education represents a reckless shift in our nation’s education priorities.

READ MORE

Connecticut Teachers Honored for Excellence

In a ceremony honoring educators across the state, the importance of public schools took center stage.

READ MORE

Killingly Education Champions’ Work on Behalf of Students Gets Results

In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, parent Christine Rosati Randall shares how Killingly community members came together as Champions for Public Education to successfully advocate for the mental health center students desperately needed.

READ MORE

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