Thank You from CEA President Kate Dias
CEA’s Day of Action was a tremendous success because so many of you showed up—both at the Capitol and in your schools—for our students and our profession.
Successful #RedforEd Day of Action in Schools and at the Capitol
The hallways of the State Capitol are filled with red shirts today as educators turn out for CEA’s #RedforEd Fix the Crisis Day of Action. Those who can’t make it to Hartford are sporting their #RedforEd in schools around the state.
Today’s the Day!
The CEA #RedforEd Day of Action is here! Let’s make our day of action the top story in today’s newscasts, with hundreds of teachers wearing #RedforEd and calling on legislators to Fix the Crisis.
Special Education Teachers: Attend a Virtual CT-SEDS Feedback Session
As a follow up to the Fix-It Forums in March, the State Department of Education is hosting a one-hour Zoom webinar on May 4 so teachers can share their experiences with Connecticut’s new IEP and CT-SEDS.
Newington Teachers Talk with Their Legislators—Join Them
With six weeks left in the legislative session, it’s crucial for teachers to reach out to their legislators to advance education priorities. This Thursday, CEA’s #RedforEd Day of Action offers opportunities to visit the capitol, call or email your legislators, and wear red and share your photos on social media.
Your Voice Is Needed
Turning out for CEA’s #RedforEd Day of Action this Thursday is key to getting teacher priorities over the finish line. While the legislature’s Appropriations Committee failed to advance a landmark education bill on Friday, there are still ways to enact key components of that bill and others into law.
It’s Not Over
The legislature’s Appropriations Committee failed to take action on a landmark education bill with major implications for teachers, paraeducators, and students. The fight, however, is not over.
Teachers to Lawmakers: Let Us Teach, And Pay Us a Competitive Salary
As legislators continue to debate proposed bills, CEA members and leaders are ensuring their perspectives are heard. A series of CEA County Forums provided just such an opportunity, bringing educators…
New and Aspiring Educators Find Kindred Spirits, Support in Union
Early career educators attending CEA’s annual conference learned from experts on how to maintain balance and joy in a demanding career.
CEA’s Lobby Day and #RedforEd Day of Action Is April 27
The legislature is no longer scheduled to be in session on April 26, so CEA Lobby Day is now April 27.