Litchfield Teachers Kick-Off the Year on a Bright Note
Litchfield faculty and staff enjoyed a rousing back-to-school welcome from HoWiE Roll, a band made up of faculty, staff, and a student, who brought a musical touch and upbeat energy…
Quality Professional Development for You From CEA
The CEA Professional Learning Academy offers a wealth of professional development opportunities, aligned with Connecticut’s professional learning standards, to improve teaching practice and enhance student learning. Through the CEA Professional…
A Warm Waterbury Welcome for New Teachers
“Welcome, all of you,” Waterbury Teachers’ Association (WTA) President Kevin Egan greeted more than 60 new teachers during an orientation program earlier today. “Waterbury is a great district to work…
Back to School Guide for Educators
Classes are starting soon at schools across Connecticut. NEA has compiled a list of articles and resources to help you—whether you’re a new or veteran educator—get ready for the fall…
Commission Explores Method to Shrink State’s Unfunded Pension Liability
The state’s unfunded pension liability will surely be discussed at length this election season, but a state commission created by the legislature is already at work this summer exploring ways…
Change Is on the Horizon This Back-to-School Season
While the last weeks of summer vacation bring much of the same back-to-school prep across Connecticut as they do every year, superintendents and other education leaders attending the Commissioner of…
Yes, Money Matters
As every teacher knows, the last thing students need is less education funding. Yet, as hard as it is to believe, the perception that education funding makes little or no…
Teachers Support Teacher Running for Congress
“Jahana Hayes is someone who is not just pro-teacher but has a hands-on understanding of what goes into our profession, the things we need to be successful, and the challenges…
How to Enjoy Great Museums for Free
A great museum can offer insight into life in the past, let you view famous works of art or explain the inner workings of everything from a space shuttle to…
Help Shape the Future of Your Union: Get Involved With a CEA Committee or Commission
Members’ involvement and input are vitally important to the daily activities of CEA. As a member of a CEA commission or committee, you can share your ideas, work with other…