2026 Legislative Session Begins with Big Stakes for Public Education and Educators
Legislators are back in Hartford, and Governor Ned Lamont kicked off the 2026 legislative session with his State of the State Address.
CEA President Kate Dias on Governor Lamont’s State of the State Address
Governor Lamont’s speech was encouraging as he focused on supporting students and strengthening public education. We appreciate the governor’s commitment to universal preschool, free school breakfast for all students, the…
More Than a Thank You: National School Counseling Week Is a Call to Action
School counselors play an essential role in schools, helping students manage emotions and behaviors, learn interpersonal skills and academic achievement strategies, and collaborating with families and teachers to ensure student success.
Educators and Parents Unite: Call for an End to Digital Distractions in the Classroom
Connecticut educators and parents are joining forces to advance statewide phone-free schools legislation designed to protect student mental health, restore classroom focus, and foster genuine social connection during the school day.
Take Action Toolkit
Check out our Take Action Toolkit for ways you can protect students, protect unions, and protect public education.
Lessons and Resources for Teaching Black History Month
To help students understand the reality of Black people’s experiences in American history, their impact on American culture, and to celebrate their achievements, NEA has compiled a selection of lesson plans that cover a variety of subjects.