County Forums a Space for Ideas, Dialogue on Education
CEA members gathered last night for the first of several county forums being held across the state, many of them featuring guest legislators.
Join Us for CEA’s 2nd Annual Summit on Diversity
Position yourself for success as a leader of color in your district, union, and classroom with this opportunity to grow, develop new skills, and network with an ethnically diverse group of Connecticut educators.
Continue the Fight to Repeal WEP/GPO
We’ve made significant progress in our efforts to repeal WEP/GPO, but there’s still work to be done. Please take a minute to send an email to a short list of U.S. senators using our convenient one-click system, so we can ensure that this issue remains a priority on Capitol Hill.
‘If Only Love Paid the Bills’—Educators Tell Legislators to Raise Starting Salaries, Provide COVID Credit
CEA members, leaders, and staff turned out in person and via Zoom yesterday to testify at a legislative public hearing–and hundreds more members submitted written testimony.
Learn How You Can Reduce Your Student Debt
Loan forgiveness can make a big difference to teachers’ economic security. Darien teacher Brian O’Neill had more than $30,000 in student debt forgiven, which has enabled his family to take on the costs of home repairs and vehicle purchases they had had to put off when he was still saddled with debt payments.
Stratford Community Rallies Against Education Cuts
Gesturing to the overflowing room, Stratford Education Association President Michael Fiorello told the Stratford Town Council last night, “Look around. Stratford wants fully staffed schools.”
Aspiring Educators Urged to Apply for Diversity Scholarship
A bill before the legislature this year would increase funding to a scholarship program aimed at diversifying the education profession, and CEA President Kate Dias was among those speaking in favor of the program’s expansion at a press conference this morning.
Make Sure Legislators Hear Your Voice on Key Education Proposals
The Education Committee is holding a vital public hearing for educators this Wednesday, March 13, and they’ve included a proposed bill that has the potential to be one of the most impactful pieces of education legislation in decades. Now is the time to speak up!
Teachers in the State House, Working for You
CEA members Chris Poulos, a Redding Spanish teacher, and Kevin Brown, a CREC civics teacher, are in the second year of their first term as state legislators. In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, hear what they have to say about education issues legislators are considering this year.
Enjoy Spring Weather with CEA Colleagues at Charity 5k Runs/Walks
Join your CEA colleagues and enjoy the upcoming spring weather by taking part in our series of charity 5k runs/walks to get some fresh air and do good in Connecticut communities.