The Real Deal: What Federal Funding Cuts Would Look Like
Educators, lawmakers, parents, and local leaders gather for a candid conversation about what threats to federal funding would mean for Connecticut schools.
Why Connecticut Needs a Freedom to Read Bill
In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, Senator Bob Duff and school library media specialist Jenny Lussier, strong supporters of Senate Bill 1271 An Act Concerning School and Public Libraries, talk about why this legislation is needed and is receiving strong support from educators, parents, and legislators alike.
Aspiring Educators Share Challenges to Becoming a Teacher from Low Pay to Inadequate Support
A dozen CEA Aspiring Educators shared with Education Committee Co-Chair Rep. Jennifer Leeper and Co-Vice Chair Rep. Kevin Brown how difficult the path to teaching is today with costs that mount during unpaid student teaching and low salaries once they finally enter the profession and begin to pay back student loans.
School Librarians Unite for the Right to Read
Dozens of CEA members testified in support of a bill, crafted by library media specialists, that would ensure every school library has clear policies on how book collections are developed and reviewed.
CEA Leaders in D.C. to Fight for Students and Teachers
CEA leaders have joined colleagues from across the country in Washington, D.C., this week to remind Congress of the vital role public schools play in our democracy.
Special Education Teachers: Make Sure Legislators Get Special Education Fixes Right
Come to an hour-long CEA virtual roundtable discussion to share your feedback about what would truly move the needle to improve special education for students and educators.
CEA Members Speak Out at Breakfast with Legislators
Two hundred CEA members and lawmakers came together for CEA’s Breakfast with Legislators, which allowed members to share their firsthand experience with the special education crisis, the need to raise teacher salaries, ensuring fairness in the workplace, and more.
Education Committee Leaders Talk Priorities for This Legislative Session
In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, Education Committee Co-chair Rep. Jennifer Leeper and Co-vice Chair Rep. Kevin Brown discuss this year’s top priorities for the Education Committee—and why teachers’ voices are key to getting good bills passed.
Governor’s Budget Proposal Addresses Handful of Education Concerns, but More Is Needed
In his budget address to the joint chambers of the Connecticut General Assembly today Governor Ned Lamont outlined dozens of the recommendations contained in his biennial budget proposal, a number or which pertain to education.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on President Trump’s Expected Executive Order Eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and Expanding School Voucher Schemes
Public education is the backbone of our democracy, and as educators, our top priority is ensuring that every child—regardless of their zip code, background, or family income—receives a high-quality public education.