State Releases Teacher Shortage Areas for 2025-26
If you’re working under a certification endorsement that is considered a shortage area you may be eligible for benefits such as loan forgiveness and deferral and mortgage assistance.
New Teachers Find Support and Community with CEA
As we enter the second half of August, new teachers around Connecticut are heading back to the classroom to meet their colleagues, learn about their district, and get to know their union.
Celebrating Social Security at 90—and a Victory for Teachers
Today marks the 90th birthday of the Social Security Administration, and AARP, which resides in the same building as CEA on Oak Street in Hartford, held an ice cream social to celebrate.
Gear Up for the New School Year and Save
As you stock up on classroom essentials and refresh your wardrobe for the new school year, be sure to take advantage of the many discounts available to CEA members.
You’re Not Alone—Hear How CEA Stands with Educators
“The best decision I made was joining the union,” says Bridgeport teacher Nicole Pond-Ferris. “Whenever members don’t understand something in our contract, miss a prep, have a disagreement with admin, or want to know when they can take a day off, our union is always there to answer our questions and support us.”
No Breaks, No Prep: Teachers Take Grievance Over Staffing Shortage to Arbitration
West Hartford teachers are heading to arbitration over a grievance about the consequences of special education staffing shortages after the Board of Education failed to address their concerns at a meeting last week.
Tell Us What Matters: CEA & WFSB Survey on Public Education
CEA is teaming up with WFSB TV 3 again this year to highlight issues facing Connecticut teachers and public education.
Stronger Together: Educators Unite at CEA’s Summer Conference
“The camaraderie at CEA’s Summer Conference is the best,” says Suffield Education Association President Mark Janick. “I really enjoy the way it brings people together.”
Inspiration, Leadership, and Laughter Kick Off CEA Summer Conference
“This is one of my favorite events because it’s all about you and what you want to learn,” CEA President Kate Dias told the more than 500 teachers gathered for CEA’s Summer Conference.
Stay Connected This Summer: Your Online CEA Advisor Is Just a Click Away
While you enjoy summer activities that help you recharge, reset, and remember why you became an educator, learn what CEA has been up to and is working on by checking out the online-only summer CEA Advisor.