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.
Avon School Community Marches to Remember George Floyd, Advocate for Equity
“We have the opportunity to bring about change,” Avon High School students told their classmates, teachers, parents, and community members at a George Floyd Memorial March and Rally. Watch video.
You May be Eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
If you had to take an unpaid leave of absence or reduced hours for a COVID-19-related reason, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits, retroactive to December 6, 2020.
Updated Guidance for Schools from the Departments of Education and Public Health
The State Department of Education and Department of Public Health recently clarified that updated masking protocols from the CDC and State of Connecticut do not change masking requirements within public schools.