ADVOCATING FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS

“We need to invest now, or we’re going to pay later,” Dr. Miguel Cardona told members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, when asked about funding safe school reopening in a hearing yesterday on his confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Education.

A week ahead of Governor Lamont’s budget address, a group of thirty state legislators announced their plan to help those who have been devastated by the pandemic and ensure a fair recovery for everyone in Connecticut.

School counselors are more essential than ever to support students through these difficult times. Read how three Connecticut school counselors’ jobs have changed during the pandemic.

Nearly 7,000 teachers from around the country joined Dr. Anthony Fauci in a virtual fireside chat hosted by NEA and AFT.

A coalition of community, faith, and labor organizations committed to reducing income inequality sent a letter to Governor Lamont urging him to support an economic recovery that all Connecticut residents can share. 

Congresswoman Hayes has introduced legislation to save nearly 4 million education jobs, spur economic growth, and help mitigate the impacts of students’ learning loss.

When Darien schools opened in the fall, the district assured families and staff that it would be guided by health and safety metrics, but Darien teachers say the district has departed from that path.

Learn more about your loan repayment and forgiveness options and how to manage your loans more effectively by registering for CEA’s free Degrees Not Debt webinar this Thursday.

Check out resources available from NEA to help you integrate Black History Month into your classroom.