Educators’ Voices Heard: Paid Quarantine Leave Restored
The governor has signed an executive order that requires local school districts to provide paid quarantine leave for public school educators and staff.
In Senate Confirmation Hearing, Cardona Prioritizes Vaccination for Educators
“We need to invest now, or we’re going to pay later,” Dr. Miguel Cardona told members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, when asked about…
Legislators Urge Governor to Increase Support for Working and Middle Class
A week ahead of Governor Lamont’s budget address, a group of thirty state legislators announced their plan to help those who have been devastated by the pandemic and ensure a fair recovery for everyone in Connecticut.
National School Counseling Week: Supporting Students Through a Pandemic
School counselors are more essential than ever to support students through these difficult times. Read how three Connecticut school counselors’ jobs have changed during the pandemic.
CEA, AFT Connecticut Ask Biden Administration to Suspend Annual Testing
CEA President Jeff Leake and AFT Connecticut President Jan Hochadel have requested that the federal requirement for testing be suspended for this school year.
Recovery For All Car Caravan Feb. 20
Join hundreds of community members impacted by this emergency and demand a budget that puts the needs of the people first.
Fauci Tells Teachers School Reopenings—and the Resources to Make Them Safe—Are Priorities
Nearly 7,000 teachers from around the country joined Dr. Anthony Fauci in a virtual fireside chat hosted by NEA and AFT.
Statewide Coalition Urges Governor to Craft Budget that Creates a Recovery for All
A coalition of community, faith, and labor organizations committed to reducing income inequality sent a letter to Governor Lamont urging him to support an economic recovery that all Connecticut residents can share.
Darien Teachers Say Return to Full In-Person Learning Puts Students and Teachers at Risk
When Darien schools opened in the fall, the district assured families and staff that it would be guided by health and safety metrics, but Darien teachers say the district has…
Join a Fireside Chat with Dr. Fauci Thursday
Join a special webinar discussion with Dr. Anthony Fauci about the current state of the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on public education this Thursday, January 28 from 6 – 7:00…