Remembering Sandy Hook
Today marks a somber anniversary: eight years since the tragic shooting that claimed the lives of 20 first-graders and six teachers and staff at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown,…
Remembering Sharon Palmer, Former AFT Connecticut President
CEA sends condolences to the family and friends of Sharon Palmer, former AFT Connecticut president, labor commissioner, and East Haddam and Waterford teacher, on her recent passing.
Redefining the Future of Public Education
Dozens of teachers, along with students, parents, policymakers, and community stakeholders, participated in a virtual symposium to explore topics such as special education, social emotional learning, engaging parents and other caregivers, technology, and the future of distance learning.
How You Can Help a Child This Holiday Season
By donating to the CEF Holiday Bear Project, you can brighten the holidays for a child who would otherwise go without gifts this year.
Sign the Safe Schools Petition
Sign the petition now and let the governor and education commissioner know you support keeping students, teachers, and school staff safe.
Stratford Schools Going Fully Remote Into December Thanks to Teacher Advocacy
A day after Stratford teachers held a rally to protest against a plan that would have had students back in school four days a week for in-person learning, the district…
Board of Ed Rescinds Resignation Request in Victory for Valley Regional-Old Lyme Coach and Community
After an outpouring of community support, the Region 4 School District is rescinding a resignation request it made recently of beloved teacher and coach Tim King.
Stratford Teachers: Now Is Not the Time to Relax COVID Protocols
Stratford teachers came out in force to demonstrate against a plan that would have students back in school four days a week for in-person learning, even as COVID cases are on the rise.
As COVID-19 Cases Spike, Education Community Urges State to Shift to All Remote Learning Unless Stronger Protections Are in Place
The Safe and Successful Schools Now report outlines immediate steps necessary to keep students, educators, staff, and communities safe.
Help a Child this Holiday Season
Donate to the CEF’s Holiday Bear and brighten the holidays for a child who would otherwise go without gifts this year.