More CT-SEDS Training Available This Summer and Fall
State Department of Education partners are offering training this summer and fall on specific aspects of CT-SEDS, the state’s special education data system.
Register for Day of Collaboration and Professional Learning
The Empowered to Lead Symposium, an annual event hosted by the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council, provides opportunities for teacher-leaders, administrators, and other educators to articulate and enhance their collective power, expertise, and experience.
School’s Out; Summer Reading Challenge Begins
As schools wrap up for the year, educators and parents’ focus turns to ensuring children stay engaged with reading over the summer months. To ensure more students have access to books and reading activities the Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge kicked off today with an updated focus on increasing summer reading activities and improved literacy outcomes for all students.
CEA Push Brings New Teacher Evaluation Guidelines
The State Board of Education unanimously approved new educator evaluation guidelines that focus on growth rather than compliance, reducing the burden on teachers so they can focus on their students instead of paperwork.
Respect, Support for Teachers Top Concerns for Special Ed Task Force
Special Education is facing an extreme shortage of teachers in Connecticut, and members of a state task force charged with studying special education services and funding began their meeting today…
Social Security 2100 Would Protect Teachers
Social Security 2100, a plan reintroduced by Congressman John Larson and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes, would finally do away with the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)—penalties that unfairly reduce or erase the retirement benefits that teachers and other public servants deserve.
End of Legislative Session Brings Wins for Teachers
Teachers’ voices were heard by state legislators, resulting in additional school funding and the passage of numerous bills that will improve teachers’ working conditions—but there’s still more work to be done.
CEF Hands Across the Green Golf Tournament Postponed Until July 24
The fundraiser that was to take place Monday, July 10, at Glastonbury Hills Country Club has been postponed until July 24 due to inclement weather.
Legislators Pass Transparency in Education Bill
The legislature today passed SB 1, An Act Concerning Transparency in Education—a comprehensive bill addressing school indoor air quality, classroom safety and school climate, and an audit of statewide mastery testing, among other provisions.
Play-Based Learning Passes House and Senate Thanks to CEA Member Advocacy
Play-based learning is one of the many priorities CEA has been advocating for this legislative session and it has now passed both the House and Senate, enabling young children to…