Labor Day Is Our Day—Let’s Celebrate Together
This Labor Day, let’s stand shoulder to shoulder with fellow educators and union members from across Connecticut. Join us in Hartford for a Labor Day Rally on Monday, September 1, at the State Capitol.
Four CT Teachers Awarded NEA Grants to Spark Innovation
Four Connecticut educators are among the 70 teachers nationwide to receive NEA Foundation Summer 2025 Grants to Educators.
RAISE Act Would Put up to $15K Back in Educators’ Pockets
In a back-to-school press conference last week, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, joined by CEA President Kate Dias and other education leaders and advocates, called for federal tax credits of up to $15,000 for educators as well as other financial assistance that would put money back in educators’ pockets.
A New School Year, Together with CEA
Watch a short video message from CEA President Kate Dias.
A+ Additions: Stamford, Bridgeport Roll Out Welcome Mat for Hundreds of Educators
Two of the state’s largest school districts welcomed hundreds of educators into the fold during new teacher orientations this week, and union leaders were on hand to explain the joy and benefits of membership.
New Teachers and New Beginnings for Goodwin Education Association Members
In a conference room at Goodwin University in Hartford, new teachers were welcomed into the union by CEA staff with swag bags and were invited to engage openly, asking questions, sharing experiences, and discovering how the union will stand beside them as they begin their teaching journeys.
Dine, Dance, and Make a Difference at the CEA Celebrates Gala
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 24, and join fellow educators and supporters at the third annual CEA Celebrates Gala.
Together We Thrive: Manchester Welcomes New Teachers
“Union membership doesn’t mean we always agree on everything, it means that we understand that our power is in our ability to work together,” CEA President Kate Dias told 47 teachers gathered for the Manchester Education Association’s new member orientation.
State Releases Teacher Shortage Areas for 2025-26
If you’re working under a certification endorsement that is considered a shortage area you may be eligible for benefits such as loan forgiveness and deferral and mortgage assistance.
New Teachers Find Support and Community with CEA
As we enter the second half of August, new teachers around Connecticut are heading back to the classroom to meet their colleagues, learn about their district, and get to know their union.