New Teacher Evaluation Guidelines on the Way
After 11 frustrating years of evaluations that teachers have often felt are unfair and lacking in useful feedback, the State Board of Education this spring is expected to vote on…
Candid Conversation: DCF Commissioner Answers Teachers’ Questions
DCF Commissioner Vannessa Dorantes joined CEA local leaders for a conversation about what’s working when it comes to the teacher-DCF relationship and what still needs to be improved.
Attend Upcoming CEA County Forums and a Budget Meeting
Learn more about your union and connect with colleagues at upcoming in-person CEA County Forums and a virtual Budget Forum.
News Media Amplifies Teachers’ Call for Landmark Education Legislation
Many CEA members, leaders, and staff testified Wednesday at a hearing of the legislature’s Education Committee, and more than 600 members emailed written testimony to help get landmark legislation passed.…
Landmark Legislation Would Lift Up Teaching Profession
More than 600 teachers this week reached out to lawmakers urging the passage of a comprehensive bill containing key recommendations from CEA for supporting teachers, students, and public 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…
Governor Releases Budget Proposal, Starting Point for Change
Governor Lamont today announced his administration’s budget proposal for the next two fiscal years in an address to the joint chambers of the general assembly. His budget includes statutory increases…
Breakfast of Champions: Teachers, Legislators Talk Education
Educators and lawmakers came together this weekend for candid conversations about the teaching profession and the multiple crises facing Connecticut schools.
Which Education Issues Are Legislators Addressing This Session? Listen to CEA’s Podcast to Find Out
Requiring a minimum starting salary for Connecticut teachers, ensuring more play-based learning, lessening the role of standardized tests, improving teacher evaluation—these are just some of the legislative initiatives that CEA…
CT Teacher of the Year Named Finalist for National Honor, Vows to Promote Teaching as Respected, Prestigious Career
“Carolyn is a rock star educator and one of the many hidden gems of Bristol. It was only a matter of time before the state and nation took notice,” said…