Legislative Session Ends With Many Wins for Students and Educators
Connecticut educators can be proud of the successes they’ve achieved for their students and communities.
New High School Coming to Farmington Thanks to Community’s Advocacy
Just four years ago Farmington voters resoundingly defeated a proposal for a new high school, but thanks to the advocacy of educators, students, and parents, last week the town voted…
Advocates Vow to Continue Fight for a Fairer Connecticut
Even though the budget the Connecticut General Assembly is expected to pass before the close of the legislative session tomorrow does not include many of the investments they’d been advocating…
School Closings Due to Heatwave Underscore Need to Use Federal Funds for Air Conditioning and Improving Indoor Air Quality
With federal funding available, the state must act to improve indoor air quality.
Amid Budget Talks, Coalition Holds the Line for a Recovery for All
As June 9 approaches and the end of the legislative session nears, members of the Recovery for All coalition—which includes CEA—gathered at the State Capitol and Legislative Office Building to…
New Flexibilities in Teacher Evaluation
Thanks to CEA’s continued advocacy and close collaboration with other stakeholder groups, the Connecticut State Department of Education has allowed greater flexibility in teacher evaluations for the 2021-2022 school year.
NEA Director Alternate Vacancy
There is an interim opening for an NEA Director Alternate to be seated on the CEA Board of Directors. Any members interested in being nominated must notify the Office of the CEA President by July 30.
CEA Weighs In on State Plan for Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief
Teachers had a unique opportunity to brainstorm the resources students need most and set the direction for an influx of federal dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Bridgeport Teacher Is One of Many Calling for Long-Term Investments in Our Communities
Connecticut 2019 Teacher of the Year Sheena Graham joined legislators, homecare workers, childcare workers, and others at a press conference calling on the state to make long-term investments in education, health care, housing, labor protections, jobs, workforce development, and municipal aid.
Register to Join in Virtual Conversations on Racial and Social Justice
Between June and August this year, NEA is holding virtual engagements designed to deepen knowledge, build connections, and create a country that is free, safe, and just for every man, woman, and child.