CEA President Discusses Threats to Schools
A national threat posted to TikTok referencing violence in schools has Connecticut schools and law enforcement on high alert today. CEA President Kate Dias talked to numerous media outlets about…
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Nationwide TikTok School Threat
We must all stand together to stop the dangerous new trend of using social media to instigate violence in our schools and communities.
Westport Community Turns Out Big in Support of CEF Holiday Bear Project
CEA members, students and their families, and community members around Connecticut have done a lot to ensure students in need will have a brighter holiday this year. Watch why Westport students and educators say they’ve gotten involved with the Holiday Bear Project.
Get Out More With the New NEA Discount Tickets Program!
Whether you’re headed to your local movie theater, a big game, Disney World or Broadway, the NEA Discount Tickets Program gives you discounted access to entertainment you’re sure to enjoy.
The Role of Homework in Schools
What’s the role of homework in today’s classrooms? That was the subject of the WNPR show Where We Live today, and as a guest on the program CEA President Kate…
Thanks to Donors, Connecticut Kids Will Have Brighter Holidays
The holidays will be brighter across Connecticut for children in need this year thanks to generous donors, including many teachers, who have purchased gifts through the Holiday Bear Project. Holiday…
Schools Across CT Experiencing Threats Leading to Lockdowns and Closures
Schools around Connecticut have seen a number of acts of violence as well as threats that have closed schools, worrying educators, students, and their families. While many of these threats have turned out to be hoaxes, schools must thoroughly investigate each incident to ensure a school community’s safety.
Educators Push Back Against Attacks on Their Curriculum and Profession
Teachers are facing real challenges at school from substitute teacher shortages to mental health crises among students. Adding to that burden, some teachers are experiencing unfounded attacks on what they teach.
CEA Statement on the Resignation of Comptroller Kevin Lembo
Comptroller Kevin Lembo has been a tremendous advocate for public education, affordable healthcare, and sensible economic policies that have benefitted the people of Connecticut. We appreciate all that he has…
CEA President: Substitute Teacher Shortage Exacerbating Stress in Schools
Connecticut, like many places around the nation, is facing a substitute teacher shortage made worse by the pandemic. “I think we have to actively look at how do we recruit substitute teachers, how do we compensate them, and how do we support them,” CEA President Kate Dias told Channel 3.