New CEA TV Ad Now on Air
The second in a pair of CEA TV commercials highlighting the important work of public school teachers is now on air. The ad draws attention to the teachers who recognize…
State Treasurer Warns About Legal Implications of Increasing Payroll Tax on Teachers
The most recent budget proposal out of the state legislature has caused State Treasurer Denise Nappier to issue a rare warning to legislators. Nappier said the proposal in the budget to require…
Teachers Share How They Inspire Their Students and Make a Difference
Our students need dedicated, caring teachers to succeed. That’s the message of an ad campaign CEA has been running this month. The ads showcase the importance of every student and…
Teachers Speak Out Against the Teacher Tax
Thousands of teachers are emailing their legislators about the teacher tax in the latest state budget proposal. Please click here and join them. Then read a statement from CEA President…
Marlborough Teachers Build Community While Raising Money for Scholarship
Every year the Marlborough Education Association (MEA) awards a college scholarship to a high school senior, and the teachers have hit upon a great way to raise scholarship funds: pasta.…
CEA Goes to Court to Block Education Funding Cuts
CEA joined with Torrington and Plainfield teachers, a Brooklyn parent and her two children, and the municipalities of Torrington, Plainfield, and Brooklyn yesterday to file a lawsuit against cuts to…
Don’t Be Left in the Dark
A great deal is happening at both the state and federal levels that impacts the teaching profession and your work with students. Learn how you can get involved in the…
Interview With CEA President to Air Sunday on Local Radio Stations
From the state’s failure to pass a budget to CEA’s Holiday Bear program, CEA President Sheila Cohen discusses a wide range of education issues in a radio interview airing this…
Talking to Children About Tragedy
The nation woke up this morning to the horrific news of the largest mass shooting in U.S. history during a concert in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the news streams in…
Celebrating Our Building Rep Superheroes!
Building reps are often a teacher’s first point of contact when questions arise—ranging from practical matters to sensitive subjects. They are their colleagues’ contract enforcer, organizer, and spokesperson. A building…