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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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Share Your Expertise: Present at CEA’s Early Career Educator Conference

Do you have expertise in an area of teaching that would help others excel? We invite you to submit proposals to present at a conference designed for educators in the first seven years of their career that will take place Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Mystic Marriott.

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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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Early Voting Is Open Across Connecticut

For the first time with a general election, Connecticut voters have the option to vote early this year. Early voting runs through November 3—or you can vote as usual on Election Day, November 5.

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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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Votes & Voices: Teachers Talk Elections

In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, CEA Political Action Committee Chair and Glastonbury teacher Scott Minnick talks about the upcoming election, early voting, and how teachers can make sure they are informed on all the candidates before heading to the polls. 

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Hispanic Heritage Comes to Life with Community Engagement in West Hartford Schools

Hispanic Heritage Month is sometimes celebrated with a focus on historical figures or famous people and their accomplishments. In West Hartford, Spanish teacher Carolina Gieczewski uses the month as an opportunity to build community connections and introduce students to the Hispanic people around them in their everyday lives.

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Essential Training for Local Treasurers and Membership Chairs

Local association leaders take on many responsibilities, and CEA and NEA want to offer support to make sure treasurers and membership chairs have the information they need to be fully prepared to do their jobs.

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Featured Headlines

Latest News and Information

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.

READ MORE

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.

READ MORE

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.

READ MORE

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