CEF Read Across Connecticut Celebrations Kick Off in Hamden
The Connecticut Education Foundation kicked off a weeklong celebration of reading that will reach all nine Hamden elementary schools.
Educators Urge Legislators to Invest in Public Education
“What will Connecticut’s commitment be to its educators?” CEA President Kate Dias asked members of the legislature’s Appropriations Committee during a public hearing last night. “Will their starting salaries start…
Because of a Teacher: Inspiring the Next Generation
It’s the reward a teacher looks forward to on those long, stressful days–hearing from a former student about how that teacher’s efforts have made a lasting impact. In CEA’s Because…
CEF Bringing Read Across Connecticut Fun to Hamden Schools Next Week
We’re just one week out from Read Across America—a celebration of reading in classrooms across the country. Here in Connecticut, CEA’s charitable arm, the Connecticut Education Foundation (CEF), will be…
Attend Your Regional County Forum This Spring
Join CEA leadership and county directors to connect with new colleagues at four joint County Forums designed to engage in conversation about what’s happening in your district.
Critical Improvements to School Indoor Air Quality Still Needed, CEA Tells Legislators
CEA is urging lawmakers to adopt legislation that would require temperature standards for public schools.
Connecticut Reading Survey on Pause
In a memo to superintendents yesterday, Commissioner of Education Charlene Russell-Tucker announced that the Connecticut reading survey required biennially of all educators teaching kindergarten through third grade is suspended for…
Channel 8 Highlighting Challenges Facing the Teaching Profession
This month Channel 8 is taking a look at educators and the challenges facing the profession. Tune in tonight at 5:30 and 11 for a focus on the teacher shortage…
Legislators Unanimously Pass Free School Meals for Remainder of School Year
Legislators voted to direct $60 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act to k-12 schools’ breakfast and lunch programs, and Governor Lamont will soon sign the bill.
Your Chance to Be Recognized
Each year, CEA’s Public Relations Committee proudly recognizes outstanding education professionals and advocates. Award winners have included teachers who provide students with extra support outside of school, local union members…