Ledyard Teachers Raise Voices and Spirits
As the school year wrapped up this month, Ledyard teachers came together for an end-of-year social—an opportunity to relax, celebrate their hard work, and strengthen the bonds within their local association.
LGBTQ+ History and Pride: A Resource Guide for Educators
Pride Month celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and recognizes its many contributions, as well as the progress made since the Stonewall Riots in 1969. While we’ve come a long way, the ongoing fight for equal rights reminds us that our work is far from over. Discrimination and bias persist, making it all the more important that we create inclusive environments for all students.
Exclusive Deals for CEA Members—Sun, Fun, and Savings
School is wrapping up, and after a year of hard work you’ve earned a summer of fun. As a CEA member, you have access to exclusive discounts on everything from amusement and adventure parks to athletic events and museums.
Summer Break, Union Strong: Learn, Connect, Recharge
While you’re planning your summer activities, plan on joining us at the CEA Summer Conference with more than 40 different sessions to choose from.
A Seat at the Diner Table: Educators Share Funding Realities
WICC Radio’s Melissa in the Morning is wrapping up the second annual Diner Tour tomorrow, meeting members of the public in diners around Fairfield County.
Silence Isn’t Neutral: Speaking Up for Educators, Unions, and Civil Liberties
“I’m so proud to stand here with you this afternoon as we continue to fight for our civil liberties, our right to peaceful protest, and our need to stand up for those who can’t,” CEA Vice President Joslyn DeLancey told the crowd gathered on the New Haven Green Sunday for the CT Civil Liberties Defense Rally.
CEA Represents at Annual Pride Celebration
For the second year in a row, CEA members, leaders, and staff took part in Connecticut’s largest pride festival, which brought thousands out to Middletown’s Main Street in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Educators Show Up—Legislators Fall Short
The 2025 legislative session closed Wednesday at midnight, and some legislators chose to leave educators behind.
CEA Pride in Action: Resources, Marches, and Making Schools Welcoming for All
On the latest episode of CEA’s Podcast, Kimberly D’Auria and Tiffany Bardos share what the CEA Pride Committee has been up to this year and how teachers can make sure their district, school, and classroom are welcoming and inclusive places for students and staff alike.
CEA Helps Teacher Recoup Thousands in Retirement Benefits
Manchester teacher Greg Vickers prepared carefully for retirement and was therefore shocked to learn his annual pension would be reduced by thousands of dollars. Luckily CEA Educational Issues Specialist Elizabeth Sked was able to step in and make sure Vickers received the full monthly pension benefit he’s entitled to.