Bring African-American Culture and History Into Your Curriculum
Check out lesson plans, activities, videos, background resources, and more for teaching Black History Month in your classroom.
State Makes Funds Available for Teachers’ Classrooms
The state of Connecticut is making $4 million in federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) dollars available to fund teachers’ classroom projects through DonorsChoose, and applications are now open for teachers to submit projects and apply.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Governor’s Proposal to Eliminate Teacher Licensure Application Fees
We are pleased that one of Governor Ned Lamont’s first budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025 is the elimination of the initial teacher licensure application fee, which costs our state’s aspiring educators roughly $1 million each year.
Stamford Educators Keep Pressure On to Do Right by Students
A day ahead of the superintendent’s scheduled presentation about their school budget, hundreds of Stamford educators organized walk-ins throughout the district in a show of solidarity with each other and their students.
Free and Discounted Legal Advice on Wills, Real Estate, Consumer Protection, and More
CEA provides members with full legal protection in employment related matters, but at one time or another, each of us needs legal counsel on personal matters that are important to us and our families.
CEA Cornhole Tournament Offers Food, Fun, and Prizes
Come out for an evening of cornhole and a chance to bag some great prizes on Saturday, March 9! Prizes will be awarded to winners, runners up, and teams with the best names—so get creative and get your game on.
Connecticut Educator Takes Lead on Holocaust Curriculum
When E.O. Smith High School history teacher Joe Goldman was asked to work on a specialized course on genocide studies, in addition to feeling honored, he recalls immediately feeling the gravity of the assignment.
Your HSA: Leaving Money on the Table?
CEA’s insurance specialist offers tips for how you can use your health savings account to its fullest potential and avoid costly errors. Make sure you know what qualified expenses are, the benefits of contributing as much as you can, and why you should consider investing.
Stamford Comes Together to Support Teachers, Students
Teachers rallying outside the Stamford Board of Education meeting last night were joined by parents, students, and other community supporters urging the superintendent and board members to reject adding a sixth class to high school educators’ load.
Teachers Show Support at Rally to Reinstate Pride Flags
Pride flags used to wave proudly over Enfield town buildings, but not anymore. Earlier this month the Town Council passed a resolution stating that only the American flag, Connecticut state flag, and military flags could fly on town-owned property.