Help Fellow NEA Members Affected by Disaster
Large-scale disasters cause tremendous devastation and strife for NEA members and their families. If you would like to help, please consider making a donation to the NEA Oregon Wildfires Relief…
Students, School Staff, and Families at Risk Due to Lack of State Policy Following COVID-19 Outbreaks
State mandate, transparency, and open communication must guide local and regional districts to keep everyone safe.
Teacher Creates DIY Desk Barriers for a COVID-Safe Classroom
Like many educators, New Milford teacher Dr. David Mirto is worried about how the return to school might impact his family and his own health.
Students Are Back in School, but Safety Varies District to District
Most Connecticut students are now back in school, but reopening has not gone smoothly in all districts. Four districts have already been forced to close schools because of COVID-19 cases, and many more have students and staff members who are currently quarantined.
Free, Confidential Hotline Available for Teachers Managing Stress and Anxiety
A free, confidential hotline is available to help teachers manage stress and anxiety during the coronavirus crisis. Get connected to a trained professional for immediate assistance.
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Keeping a finger on the pulse of public education is important, especially when election results remain undecided and the demands of teaching during a pandemic are heaping more expectations on…
Legislators Question SDE About School Reopening
“These are hard, difficult times we’re in,” State Rep. Robert Sanchez told his colleagues on the legislature’s Education Committee. “I hope we see all children going back to school in…
‘Plan for the Worst and Hope for the Best,’ Recommends Litchfield Local President
Some students are returning to Connecticut schools this week, others go back next week—Litchfield students were among the first in the state and headed back to school last Wednesday.
It’s Back-to-School, and CEA Is Here for You
In this back-to-school video message, CEA leaders explain the importance of continuing to speak out for safe schools.
East Haven Teachers Rally for Safe Schools, Delayed Opening, and Hybrid Plan
“We cannot guarantee the safety of our students or our teachers when schools reopen next week,” Mike Archambault, East Haven Education Association Vice President told the members of the East…