Teachers and Community Come Together to Inspire Young Readers
The Connecticut Education Foundation’s second annual Read Across Connecticut Blue Back Book Drive collected thousands of books for students in need.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on the Legislature Approving Special Education Funding
We commend the legislature for responding to the urgent concerns raised by teachers, parents, and advocates regarding the crisis in special education funding by approving an additional $40 million for…
CEF Kicks-Off Annual Read Across Connecticut Celebration
Public schools across the state will participate in effort to promote literacy and a love of reading The Connecticut Education Foundation (CEF) kicked off its annual Read Across Connecticut weeklong…
Federal School Funding Cuts Will Hurt Students
Teachers, parents, lawmakers, and community members share stories of lost opportunities, jeopardized futures, and real, devastating impact of lost funding Total Federal School Funding by District Ongoing assaults on federal…
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Governor Lamont’s Budget Address
Today, educators received some encouraging news, and we appreciate the steps taken to improve education and the recognition that more investment is needed in our schools. However, the governor’s budget proposal falls short of the bold, immediate action needed to address the urgent crises of special education funding and the teacher shortage facing our state.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on President Trump’s Expected Executive Order Eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and Expanding School Voucher Schemes
Public education is the backbone of our democracy, and as educators, our top priority is ensuring that every child—regardless of their zip code, background, or family income—receives a high-quality public education.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Governor Lamont’s Special Education Proposal
While we appreciate the attention the governor is giving to special education with today’s proposal, our students can’t afford to wait years for the crisis to be resolved. Teachers are disappointed that the governor’s proposal doesn’t address special education for this school year or the next.
Statement from CEA President Kate Dias on Governor Lamont’s State of the State Address
These initiatives must be paired with broader investments in competitive salaries, improved working conditions, and adequate resources to not only recruit new teachers but also stop the exodus of talented educators from our profession.
Teachers Celebrate Monumental Victory as WEP/GPO Is Repealed
Teachers, firefighters, police officers and other public service workers are celebrating today after a historic vote by the Senate to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO).
CEA President Kate Dias on the Passing of Former CEA Leader Mark Waxenberg
The education community, is deeply saddened by the loss of Mark Waxenberg, a dedicated leader whose life’s work was committed to strengthening public education.