Parents Criticize Governor’s Education Proposals in New CEA TV Ad
Parents from across the state are outraged over plans by the governor and some legislators to balance the state budget on the backs of their children and teachers. They are…
East Hartford Stands Strong for Public Education
“DeVos Wrong, East Hartford Strong!” That was the chant from more than 200 teachers, paraprofessionals, students, parents, and community members gathered on the front lawn of East Hartford High School…
Statement from CEA President Sheila Cohen on DeVos’s Attack on East Hartford Public Schools
Betsy DeVos’s attack on East Hartford Public Schools is alarming, demoralizing, and unwarranted—but not unexpected from a woman who is totally unqualified and unfit to serve as U.S. Secretary of…
Education Advocate and Former Legislative Leader to Assume Administrative Helm of State’s Largest Teacher Organization
The CEA Board of Directors has appointed accomplished policymaker and education advocate Donald E. Williams Jr., as the organization’s new executive director. The position is currently held by Mark Waxenberg,…
Supporting Muslim Students: What Educators Need to Know
Teacher Kerstin Rao believes ignorance is toxic. Rao, a teacher at Bedford Middle School in Westport, spent a recent evening educating herself at a special conference on how to help…
East Hartford Teacher Helps Students, Families, and Faculty Commit to Stay Fit
Leading into May—National Physical Fitness and Sports Month—the last week of April is Every Kid Healthy Week, which shines a spotlight on students’ health and wellness and the link between…
Raise Property Taxes? Coalition, Voters Say ‘No’
Speaking out at a town hall press conference in West Hartford—which faces historic property tax hikes to cover a major shortfall in state funding—a statewide coalition of eight diverse associations,…
Mastery Test Scores Eliminated From Teacher Evaluations
The State Board of Education (SBOE) showed its commitment to students and teachers today by voting to remove state mastery test results from teacher evaluations. “This is a big victory…
Teachers Stand Up for Public Education; Talk Priorities with Legislators
Hundreds of teachers at CEA County Forums throughout the state are speaking directly to local legislators about issues impacting education—including funding for public schools, teacher healthcare, and retirement. With…
Retired Teachers Meet Face to Face With Legislators to Discuss Policy Issues
“I find it’s important to stay involved in our Association and pay it forward,” said John Battista, one of nearly 200 retired Connecticut educators who converged on the Legislative Office…