CEF Kicks-Off Annual Read Across Connecticut Celebration
The Connecticut Education Foundation (CEF) kicked off its annual Read Across Connecticut weeklong celebration to help spread the joy of reading to students across the state. This year, CEF is…
CEA President Kate Dias on Governor Lamont’s State of the State Address
Governor Lamont’s speech was encouraging as he focused on supporting students and strengthening public education. We appreciate the governor’s commitment to universal preschool, free school breakfast for all students, the…
Educators and Parents Unite: Call for an End to Digital Distractions in the Classroom
Connecticut educators and parents are joining forces to advance statewide phone-free schools legislation designed to protect student mental health, restore classroom focus, and foster genuine social connection during the school day.
Education Leaders Sound Alarm on Federal Cuts, Educator Shortages, and Attacks on Students at Connecticut Education Issues Summit
As public schools across Connecticut face mounting pressure from proposed federal funding cuts, educator shortages, and escalating attacks on LGBTQ+ students, state and national education leaders participated in the 2026 Connecticut Education Issues Summit today to confront the most pressing challenges facing public education—and to outline solutions to protect students and strengthen schools.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Violence Involving ICE and Need for Safe, Welcoming Schools
Our hearts are with everyone who has been affected by this senseless violence.
New Survey Shows Unpaid Student Teaching Leading to Declines in Teacher Prep Enrollment, Educator Diversity
“I lived in my car the entire time and nobody knew. I needed to graduate with this degree to be safe and have a shot at a better future.” That’s…
Connecticut Education Foundation’s Holiday Bear Project Returns to Brighten the Holidays for Local Students in Need
CEF invites individuals and groups to sponsor a child or make a donation; sponsorships are accepted throughout the month of November.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on the Further Dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education
This announcement speaks not only to this administration’s lack of understanding about the role and functions of the U.S. Department of Education but also its complete disregard for the education of our students. The children who will suffer the most are the ones who need the greatest support.
State Department of Education Abdicates Responsibility Jeopardizes Student Safety and Learning
The education community in Stamford and across Connecticut is alarmed and deeply disappointed by the State Department of Education’s (SDE) ruling dismissing and declining to fully investigate serious complaints against the Stamford school superintendent.
CEA Donates to Foodshare, Challenges Others to Help Feed Connecticut Families Impacted by Shutdown
CEA donated $1,000 to Foodshare and issued a challenge to others to join in supporting Connecticut families during this difficult time.