CEA President Discusses Threats to Schools
A national threat posted to TikTok referencing violence in schools has Connecticut schools and law enforcement on high alert today. CEA President Kate Dias talked to numerous media outlets about…
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Nationwide TikTok School Threat
We must all stand together to stop the dangerous new trend of using social media to instigate violence in our schools and communities.
Westport Community Turns Out Big in Support of CEF Holiday Bear Project
CEA members, students and their families, and community members around Connecticut have done a lot to ensure students in need will have a brighter holiday this year. Watch why Westport students and educators say they’ve gotten involved with the Holiday Bear Project.
Enter to Win a $1,000 Scholarship Giveaway
Could you use some breathing room in your budget? In addition to the NEA Student Loan Programs, NEA Member Benefits is now offering NEA members a chance to win $1,000…
Applications Open for $2,000 CEA Award for Teaching Excellence
You probably know many outstanding teachers who would qualify for the John McCormack CEA Award for Teaching Excellence. Here’s your chance to nominate one of them—or you can even nominate…
Get Out More With the New NEA Discount Tickets Program!
Whether you’re headed to your local movie theater, a big game, Disney World or Broadway, the NEA Discount Tickets Program gives you discounted access to entertainment you’re sure to enjoy.
The Role of Homework in Schools
What’s the role of homework in today’s classrooms? That was the subject of the WNPR show Where We Live today, and as a guest on the program CEA President Kate…
Thanks to Donors, Connecticut Kids Will Have Brighter Holidays
The holidays will be brighter across Connecticut for children in need this year thanks to generous donors, including many teachers, who have purchased gifts through the Holiday Bear Project. Holiday…
Schools Across CT Experiencing Threats Leading to Lockdowns and Closures
Schools around Connecticut have seen a number of acts of violence as well as threats that have closed schools, worrying educators, students, and their families. While many of these threats have turned out to be hoaxes, schools must thoroughly investigate each incident to ensure a school community’s safety.
Educators Push Back Against Attacks on Their Curriculum and Profession
Teachers are facing real challenges at school from substitute teacher shortages to mental health crises among students. Adding to that burden, some teachers are experiencing unfounded attacks on what they teach.