Gear Up for the New School Year and Save
As you stock up on classroom essentials and refresh your wardrobe for the new school year, be sure to take advantage of the many discounts available to CEA members.
You’re Not Alone—Hear How CEA Stands with Educators
“The best decision I made was joining the union,” says Bridgeport teacher Nicole Pond-Ferris. “Whenever members don’t understand something in our contract, miss a prep, have a disagreement with admin, or want to know when they can take a day off, our union is always there to answer our questions and support us.”
No Breaks, No Prep: Teachers Take Grievance Over Staffing Shortage to Arbitration
West Hartford teachers are heading to arbitration over a grievance about the consequences of special education staffing shortages after the Board of Education failed to address their concerns at a meeting last week.
Tell Us What Matters: CEA & WFSB Survey on Public Education
CEA is teaming up with WFSB TV 3 again this year to highlight issues facing Connecticut teachers and public education.
Stronger Together: Educators Unite at CEA’s Summer Conference
“The camaraderie at CEA’s Summer Conference is the best,” says Suffield Education Association President Mark Janick. “I really enjoy the way it brings people together.”
Inspiration, Leadership, and Laughter Kick Off CEA Summer Conference
“This is one of my favorite events because it’s all about you and what you want to learn,” CEA President Kate Dias told the more than 500 teachers gathered for CEA’s Summer Conference.
Stay Connected This Summer: Your Online CEA Advisor Is Just a Click Away
While you enjoy summer activities that help you recharge, reset, and remember why you became an educator, learn what CEA has been up to and is working on by checking out the online-only summer CEA Advisor.
Global Learning, Local Impact: Bridgeport Teacher Connects Costa Rica to the Classroom
While many educators focus on relaxing and recharging over the summer, many others keep busy with second jobs, professional development, and/or travel. Bridgeport teacher Mikeya Stovall was able to combine two of those this summer during an incredible 10-day trip to Costa Rica.
CEA’s Kate Dias on Threats to Funding, Other Back-to-School Battles
With the first Connecticut’s public schools welcoming students back in less than three weeks, CEA President Kate Dias sat down with WFSB to talk about changes anticipated under the current presidential administration and how schools might be affected.
Union Strong: Real Stories from Connecticut Teachers
On the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, Southington teacher Shawn Grindle shares the value he sees in union membership with CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey.