Educator Certification Shortage Areas for 2021-22
If you’re working under an endorsement that is considered a shortage area you may be eligible for benefits such as loan forgiveness and mortgage assistance.
Supreme Court Strikes Balance in High School Student’s Free Speech Case
The Supreme Court issued a decision in a case that questioned whether schools can legally punish students for speech on their social media accounts, even outside of school hours and away from school campuses.
Region 14 Board of Ed Votes to Rescind Superintendent’s Contract
The Region 14 Board of Education has voted to rescind their contract with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Olzacki after a debacle with vaccine distribution.
Teachers Help Combat Hunger in Their Communities
With the pandemic exacerbating food insecurity, hundreds of thousands of Connecticut residents have been struggling with hunger; more than 150,000 of them are children. Fortunately, teachers have stepped in to…
Rep. Hayes Introduces Bill to Help Children Being Raised by Grandparents and Other Relatives
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes has introduced legislation to help combat hunger by expanding eligibility to free and reduced-price meals in schools.
8 Smart Things to Do During Your Summer Break
During the school year, you’re laser-focused on your students and your work responsibilities. But come summertime, you finally have a chance to focus on you.
Make the Most of Your Membership
Did you know that being a CEA member gives you access to discounts on products and services you use every day as well as special offers on travel and entertainment?…
CEA Applauds Funding for Teachers Impacted by COVID-19
The new state budget passed by the Connecticut legislature will include funding to assist teachers and other essential workers who contracted COVID-19
Resources to Support Summer Learning
Research shows that students benefit from quality summer and extended learning experiences, especially students from low-income communities who typically lack resources to extend their education beyond the school day.
New Leadership Elected
Manchester teacher Kate Dias and Darien teacher Joslyn DeLancey will serve as CEA president and vice president.