A Teacher Appreciation Message from Your CEA President and Vice President
Thank you for your passion, your resilience, and the difference you make in the lives of your students.
CEA Applauds Legislators for Ensuring Fairness for Educators
The Senate has joined the House in passing HB 5003, a bill that ensures that serious disciplinary and termination decisions are made through a fair, consistent, and objective process.
Teachers and Lawmakers Push Education Funding Forward
With days left in the legislative session there’s good news for students and teachers when it comes to education funding. Legislative leaders and the governor have announced an extra $170 million in school funding. Earlier this week, Danbury teachers were at the Capitol discussing why additional education dollars are so critical.
House Sends Teacher Fairness Bill to Senate
The Connecticut House of Representatives passed a priority bill for educators yesterday that ensures fairness in teacher terminations. Contact your Senator and ask them to pass House Bill 5003.
Educators’ Voices Needed in Last Week of Legislative Session
Several education bills are still under consideration—it’s critical for educators to contact lawmakers now.
Connecticut House Advances Statewide School Cell Phone Ban
The House of Representatives has passed a bill requiring Connecticut school districts to institute a bell-to-bell cell phone ban. Urge your senator to pass H.B. 5035.
Lead with Confidence in a Changing Classroom
The 10th Annual Teacher Leader Forum invites teacher leaders, educators, and administrators to come together for an inspiring day of learning, connection, and collaboration. This one-day professional learning event on May 21 is free for CEA members and continues its tradition of elevating teacher voice, advancing leadership, and fostering meaningful professional dialogue.
A Closer Look at the Teachers’ Retirement Fund with State Treasurer Erick Russell
On the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, State Treasurer Erick Russell discusses the current state of the Teachers’ Retirement Fund and what it means for educators’ long-term financial security.
Honor the History of the Labor Movement and Push for Further Change this May Day
May Day, also called International Workers’ Day, originated from the American labor movement’s fight for an eight-hour workday. CEA has compiled many ways members can celebrate before, during, and after the labor-centric holiday
Do You Need Long-Term Disability Insurance?
Have you ever considered what would happen if an illness or injury prevented you from doing your job? The Social Security Administration projects that one in four 20-year-olds will require a disability-related leave before reaching retirement age.