Early Voting Is Now Open for Primaries—Remember to Vote!
Early Voting is open now through August 9 for registered Democrats and Republicans. Or vote on Primary Day, August 11.
Teachers Turn Out, Tee Off to Help Children
More than 200 CEA members and public education supporters turned out at Glastonbury Hills Country Club for a day on the links at the annual Hands Across the Green golf tournament to benefit the Connecticut Education Foundation, CEA’s charitable arm.
Court Blocks Federal Cuts to School Mental Health Grants
Attorney General William Tong announced that a U.S. District Court judge has granted a temporary restraining order that blocks the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants.
CEA Endorses Ned Lamont for Governor, Backs State Constitutional Officers
CEA has announced the endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont for a third term.
Empowered to Lead Symposium Invites Teachers to Examine Their Purpose, Power
Hundreds of educators came together to take part in the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council’s annual symposium, Empowered to Lead, a day of camaraderie, inspiration, and professional learning. The theme of this year’s event was Rooted in Purpose: Catalysts for Change.
From Lesson Planning to Privacy: Learn What Educators Need to Know About AI
AI tools offer teachers a number of ways to save time, but they come with risks that educators need to evaluate carefully. This summer, CEA is offering an AI Summer School with pop-in virtual sessions designed to help educators explore the opportunities, challenges, and realities of Al in education.
Join Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath for a Discussion on Screens in Schools
Join Reps. Jennifer Leeper and Aimee Berger-Girvalo and Senator James Maroney for a conversation on the impact of classroom technology on students’ learning with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, the author of The Digital Delusion.
Be Part of the Dialogue: AAPI Education Symposium Aug. 14
Come to the Asian American Pacific Islander Education Symposium for important dialogue about what inclusive education looks like and what it takes to build it. Topics will include youth violence prevention, multilingual learner experiences and updates, and the use of student data.
Know Anyone Who Would Make a Great Paraeducator?
This August through September, the CT State Department of Education is offering a free Paraeducator Preparation Academy that includes six weeks of in-person instruction with Spanish language assistance, test preparation materials, test-fee waivers, and mentorship following program completion—all at no cost.
Help Shape the Future of Your Union: Get Involved With a CEA Committee or Commission
As a member of a CEA commission or committee you can share your ideas, work with other members from around the state, and help shape the Association and your profession for years to come.