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.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Court Orders Protecting School Funding
These two court victories defending critical funding for school mental health programs and comprehensive sexual health education are wins for every child’s right to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, supportive environment.
Educators and Advocates to be Honored at Connecticut Education Association’s 177th Anniversary Gala
CEA will celebrate 177 years of advocating for public education at its anniversary gala on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Anthony’s Ocean View in New Haven.
Back-to-School Reveals Persistent Issues in Classrooms
Teachers and students are back in the classroom beginning a new school year, and a new CEA Back-to-School survey reveals persistent and worsening challenges plaguing educators, students, and public education that can’t be ignored.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Passage of Trump’s Budget Bill
America deserves better than this bill, which represents an unconscionable stripping away of benefits from those who are most in need to provide tax cuts for wealthy corporations.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on the 2025 Legislative Session
While this legislative session made progress on student-centered priorities including universal preschool, resources for special education services, and school funding, CEA is deeply disappointed that critical bills to support and protect educators were blocked without a vote.
Newington Educator Receives Prestigious CEA Award for Teaching Excellence
Newington teacher Jennifer Rodriguez was presented with the Connecticut Education Association’s highest teaching award, the John McCormack Award for Teaching Excellence. The first-grade teacher at Anna Reynolds Elementary School received the award before 400 of her colleagues at the 177th annual CEA Representative Assembly, held at the Mohegan Sun Convention Center this past weekend.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol
Today and every day, teachers and support staff work with students who have a wide variety of needs, ensuring caring, nurturing, and welcoming environments where all students are safe, accepted, and valued and can reach their potential.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Attorney General Tong’s Lawsuit Against Unlawful Actions to Withhold Federal Education Funding
The education community applauds Attorney General William Tong for taking action to protect Connecticut from the federal government’s efforts to withhold more than $320 million in critical education funding.