WHO HAS THE HIGHEST STUDENT LOAN DEBT?
You guessed it. Connecticut students graduate at the top of the list, with more than $38,000 in loans. Read how CEA’s newest member benefit partner, Cambridge Credit Counseling, is helping CEA…
TEACHERS MAKE A MARK IN POLITICS
More than 150 teachers across the country are running for political offices this year. Why are your colleagues stepping up, and what can you do to help them?
FIND YOUR VOICE
Jahana Hayes delivered an inspiring message at CEA’s New Teacher Conference last weekend. Hear how she found her voice and changed the narrative—and how you can do the same for your students and yourself. Click here to watch video and read story.
COUNTDOWN TO ELECTION DAY
Only 11 days before Election Day. Polls are open on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6am to 8pm. Find your polling place.
EDUCATION TAKES CENTER STAGE
Teacher pensions, school funding, school safety—find out where the candidates for office stand on issues important to you. Before you vote, know the facts. See CEA’s Legislator Report Card.
BIDEN IN HARTFORD FOR LAMONT, HAYES, AND MURPHY
Former Vice President Joe Biden makes a stop in Hartford. Hear what he has to say about pro-education candidates at blogcea.org.
TURN UP THE THERMOSTAT AND THE SAVINGS
CEA’s new Member Benefits partner, Tankfarm, buys propane in bulk, saving CEA members up to $1/gallon from top-rated local suppliers.
FREE PD AND GUEST SPEAKER
Jahana Hayes is the keynote at Saturday’s New Teacher Conference. All teachers are invited to attend.
STEFANOWSKI CALLED OUT ON HIS PLAN THAT HURTS STUDENTS
CEA called on GOP Gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski, who held a rally at Pomperaug Regional High School to renounce his proposals that would result in massive cuts to education. These same proposals devastated the schools and economy of Kansas. Read CEA news release.
TEAM CEF STILL NEEDS YOU
Despite the rain, dozens of teachers participated in the Eversource Hartford Marathon raising money for the Connecticut Education Foundation. There is still time to donate to Team CEF.