Shelton Community Shows Up for Teachers, Students
Shelton parents, students, and their teachers came out in force to ask city leaders to support a budget that supports their schools.
Mental Health Resources for Students and Educators
Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to our quality of life. This month provides an opportunity to increase awareness about the role of mental health and to share resources and information to help those who may need mental health support.
Unwind with Your Colleagues at a Beautiful Venue
CEA is hosting opportunities to relax, unwind, and learn about your most import union rights at three beautiful Connecticut wineries this spring.
First Lady Recognizes Contributions of Teachers and Their Unions
To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden hosted a virtual event for teachers from across the country with NEA President Becky Pringle and AFT President Randi Weingarten. Bloomfield Education Association President Gail Jorden attended to represent Connecticut teachers.
Connecticut General Assembly Leaders Tell Congress: Repeal WEP/GPO
Connecticut legislators have joined CEA in the push to repeal WEP/GPO—federal provisions that reduce or eliminate retired teachers’ Social Security benefits. In a letter to federal elected officials legislative leaders explain why repeal is so important.
Enfield Students, Families, and Teachers Rally Amid Budget Crisis
Hundreds of students, families, and teachers rallied last night in front of Enfield Town Hall fighting back against proposed budget cuts that would eliminate at least 121 teaching positions, slash elective classes including art and music, and decimate afterschool clubs and sports.
Thank You for All You Do This Week and Every Week
Watch a video message from CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey.
CEA Leaders Lobby Congress
CEA leaders are joining NEA directors and leaders from education associations across the country this week in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Congress to champion teachers’ priorities.
Teachers to Town Leaders: Fund Our Schools
As cities and towns face the loss of federal COVID funding, rising education costs, and other fiscal challenges, CEA is working with local teachers’ unions to ensure budget shortfalls don’t land on the shoulders of Connecticut’s children and teachers.
CEA Job Fair Brings Teachers, Districts Together
“One of the most important things we do is try to get the best teachers for our kids,” said Principal Donald Schels of Shepaug Valley School at the job fair CEA hosted April 27.