ADVOCATING FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS

With days left in the legislative session there’s good news for students and teachers when it comes to education funding. Legislative leaders and the governor have announced an extra $170 million in school funding. Earlier this week, Danbury teachers were at the Capitol discussing why additional education dollars are so critical.

If you receive an offer promising union benefits without union membership—or money back in exchange for your signature or personal information—don’t be fooled.

The Connecticut House of Representatives passed a priority bill for educators yesterday that ensures fairness in teacher terminations. Contact your Senator and ask them to pass House Bill 5003.

The 10th Annual Teacher Leader Forum invites teacher leaders, educators, and administrators to come together for an inspiring day of learning, connection, and collaboration. This one-day professional learning event on May 21 is free for CEA members and continues its tradition of elevating teacher voice, advancing leadership, and fostering meaningful professional dialogue.

May Day, also called International Workers’ Day, originated from the American labor movement’s fight for an eight-hour workday. CEA has compiled many ways members can celebrate before, during, and after the labor-centric holiday

Have you ever considered what would happen if an illness or injury prevented you from doing your job? The Social Security Administration projects that one in four 20-year-olds will require a disability-related leave before reaching retirement age.

Kate Dias has been tapped to play a key role on a statewide commission examining education funding systems. The group will look at the ECS formula, Excess Cost Grant, Special Education Development Grants, and more, and make recommendations for change.

From T-shirts, jackets, and sweatshirts to hats, onesies, umbrellas, and travel mugs, CEA’s Swag Store has something for everyone.

CEA provides members with full legal protection in employment related matters, but at one time or another, each of us needs legal counsel on personal matters that are important to us and our families.

Ready to take the next step in your education career? Whether you’re about to graduate, returning to the classroom, relocating, or exploring a career change, CEA’s third annual job fair…

Celebrate National Healthy Schools Week, April 13-17, with free informational webinars, classroom air purifiers, and more.

“Politicians need to be reminded: There’s 43,000 of us, and we all vote,” said CEA-Retired member Lisa Tryon who joined dozens of other active, retired, and aspiring CEA members at the State Capitol for CEA Lobby Day to make sure legislators heard teacher priorities loud and clear.