Future Teachers Recognized
The life of an education student can be a busy one—filled with classes, school work, extracurricular activities, sometimes a part-time job, and student teaching—especially at the end of the semester.…
Education Commissioner Thanks Teachers
The Connecticut State Department of Education asked that we share the following statement, released yesterday. State Department of Education Commissioner Stefan Pryor Recognizes National Teacher Day In recognition of National…
A Salute to CT’s Teaching Professionals
On this, Teacher Appreciation Day, we want to thank all of you for your hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication to making a real difference in students’ lives. As teachers ourselves,…
Teachers Recognized on the National Stage
Teacher Appreciation Week, which starts Monday, helps bring needed attention to the dedication and hard work that teachers around the country engage in every day. Last week that dedication and…
State Board of Education Hears About Funding Concerns
Top Connecticut lawmakers continue to hammer out details of the state budget that will be put before the full House and Senate sometime in the upcoming weeks. One of the…
Celebrate the Teaching Profession by Voting for a Fellow CT Educator
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and one Connecticut educator is already feeling very appreciated. Erin Palonen, a Griswold Middle School special education teacher, has been selected as a finalist…
Lyman Memorial Students Learn Through Sharing With Peers
“They’d never get an opportunity like this in the classroom,” Liza Escott said as she looked around at the hundreds of students sharing and learning from one another at Lyman Memorial…
Hunger Hurts: School Breakfast Program Helps
“Connecticut needs to stand up, do the right thing, and feed our children — because hunger hurts,” CEA President Sheila Cohen told participants at today’s second annual Connecticut School Breakfast…
RESPECT Takes on New Meaning for Educators
Yesterday the U.S. Department of Education released a blueprint for RESPECT (Recognizing Educational Success, Professional Excellence, and Collaborative Teaching), representing a critical first step in ensuring quality schools for our…
Pilot Evaluation Districts Share Experiences with Colleagues
“It’s extremely helpful to hear from the pilot districts as we all plan for implementing the new evaluation guidelines next year,” said Shelton High School Principal Beth Smith. The sentiment…