Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to our quality of life. This month provides an opportunity to increase awareness about the role of mental health and to share resources and information to help those who may need mental health support.
CEA is hosting opportunities to relax, unwind, and learn about your most import union rights at three beautiful Connecticut wineries this spring.
To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden hosted a virtual event for teachers from across the country with NEA President Becky Pringle and AFT President Randi Weingarten. Bloomfield Education Association President Gail Jorden attended to represent Connecticut teachers.
Significant wins for educators this year included mandated reporter reform and certification changes. Unfortunately, legislators failed to take bold action on some of teachers’ biggest priorities.
Connecticut legislators have joined CEA in the push to repeal WEP/GPO—federal provisions that reduce or eliminate retired teachers’ Social Security benefits. In a letter to federal elected officials legislative leaders explain why repeal is so important.
Hundreds of students, families, and teachers rallied last night in front of Enfield Town Hall fighting back against proposed budget cuts that would eliminate at least 121 teaching positions, slash elective classes including art and music, and decimate afterschool clubs and sports.
Watch a video message from CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey.
Educators deserve more than just words of thanks this Teacher Appreciation Week. Contact your legislators and Governor Lamont and tell them to support educators and our priorities before it’s too late.
An open letter from CEA President Kate Dias is running in 10 Connecticut newspapers calling on legislators to step up and support educators and students.
Please write to your legislator and tell them to extend the same rights to ensure fairness and due process for all educators.