Rapid Response Training: Building Collective Power for Retired Educators
2025-02-03 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Are you a CEA-Retired member eager to make a meaningful impact on the public education community in Connecticut?
Join us for an engaging and empowering training session designed specifically for retired educators who wish to support active, retired, and aspiring educators in enhancing the lives of Connecticut students.
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This session will focus on the formation of a **Retired Rapid Response Team**, aimed at fostering collaboration across the career continuum. Together, we will strengthen our collective power to respond effectively to the needs of our education community.
Training Highlights:
Community Building: Learn how to cultivate a network of retired members dedicated to organizing and advocating for public education.
Relational Conversations: Engage in 1:1 conversations to build relationships and identify shared goals among peers.
Opportunities for Engagement: Discover ways for retirees to contribute actively to the educational landscape.
Legislative Agenda Introduction: Gain insights into CEA’s legislative priorities and discuss how retired members can play a vital role in supporting these initiatives.
Digital Organizing Tools Training: Get hands-on experience with CEA’s digital tools, including Hustle and EveryAction, to enhance your organizing efforts.
By the end of this training, participants will have formed a well-prepared group of retirees ready to swiftly respond to urgent situations within the CEA framework. This includes addressing communication needs, legislative actions, elections, and local affiliate organizing.
Join us in our mission to empower educators and improve the educational experience for all students in Connecticut.
Together, we can make a difference!

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Book Drive for CEF Little Free Libraries
2025-03-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Barnes & Noble, 60 Isham Road, West Hartford, CT, 06107
As a part of the Connecticut Education Foundation’s (CEF) annual Read Across Connecticut festivities, we have teamed up with iHeart Media and Blue Back Square again this year for a book drive to collect books appropriate for pre-k-grade 12.
The book drive will be held from 10am – 2pm in the courtyard outside the Barnes and Noble Bookstore in Blue Back Square in West Hartford.
The books will be used to fill Little Free Libraries across the state to encourage students to pick up books and read. Join us outside Barnes & Noble in Blue Back Square in West Hartford to donate gentle used or new books appropriate for pre-k through grade 12 and help share the love of reading.
It’s important to note that we want new or slightly used books and only for kids –no adult books.

Hartford Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-09 10:00 - 14:00
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Lisa Ouelette at ll.ouelllette@yahoo.com for meeting details or questions.

CEA-Retired Advisory
2025-05-06 10:30 - 13:00
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CEA Retired Spring Meeting
2025-05-13 09:30 - 14:00 | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St,, Plantsville, CT, 06479, United States
The spring meeting is CEA-Retired’s annual business meeting. Elections will take place, committee reports and changes to the CEA-Retired constitution will be presented. Legislation that impacts retirees will also be discussed.
Light breakfast and lunch will be served
Registration begins at 9:30
Meeting Called to Order at 10

Registration has closed. If you have any questions email Elizabeth Sked.

CEF Hands Across the Green Golf Tournament
2025-07-14 07:00 - 21:00 | Glastonbury Hills Country Club, 239 Country Club Rd., South Glastonbury, CT

Legacy & Liberation Fireside Chat - The Past and Present of Disability Advocacy in Education
2025-07-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Join us for a powerful intergenerational conversation in celebration of Disability Pride Month. Lindsey Springer, an NEA aspiring educator will interview Diane Buglioli, a lifelong disability rights advocate and former employee at the infamous Willowbrook State School. Diane’s reflections on the institutional era, the evolution of disability advocacy, and the systemic changes sparked by grassroots organizing will offer a clear-eyed look at how far we’ve come—and how much further we must go.
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Nothing About Us Without Us - Centering Disabled Educators in the Fight for Equity
2025-07-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
This Disability Pride Month session features a dynamic panel of educators from NEA’s 35 for 35 Campaign, who are leading change by living their truth and reshaping the narrative around disability in education. Together, they will explore what it means to create inclusive, accessible workplaces and why educators with disabilities are not only essential—but invaluable—to the profession. This conversation will center lived experience, advocacy, and the transformative power of representation in our schools.
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CEA Retired Fall Conference
2025-09-30 09:30 - 14:00 | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St,, Plantsville, CT, 06479, United States
Registration opens at 9:30 a.m., with the meeting beginning promptly at 10:00 a.m. Enjoy a light breakfast and lunch while connecting with fellow retirees.
Highlights include:

Guest Speaker: State Treasurer Erick Russel
Inspiring keynote by former teacher and author David Olio, sharing his powerful story on Academic Freedom and Its Consequences
Free raffles with great prizes
Vendor tables featuring resources and member benefits

As part of our community outreach, we invite you to bring a new pair of socks to donate to local homeless shelters.
We look forward to seeing you there for a day of learning, camaraderie, and giving back!
Please contact Elizabeth Sked at elizabeths@cea.org, if you need special accommodations to participate in this event.

Registration has closed. If you have any questions email Elizabeth Sked.

Windham Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-10-08
Location and time are TBD.

Hartford Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-10-15

New Haven Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-10-23

Tolland Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Blackledge Country Club, 180 West St, Hebron, 06248
Please contact Joseph Jankowski at jjanko3899@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Litchfield Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-10-29 11:30 - 12:30 | DaCapo Restaurant of Litchfield, 625 Torrington Rd, Litchfield, CT, 06759, United States
Please contact Liz Milewski at lizsteamboat52@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Fairfield Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-11-05 11:30 - 12:30 | Port 5 Restaurant, 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Please contact Miles Cohen at mcohen6017@sbcglobal.net for meeting details or questions.

Middlesex Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Cafe Luna, 35 Berlin Rd, Cromwell, CT, 06416, United States
Please contact Norm Hicks hicks@snet.net for meeting details or questions.

New London Retired County Meeting (Fall)
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Steak Loft Restaurant, 27 Coogan Blvd Suite 24, Stonington, CT, 06355, United States
Please contact Gretchen Noonan mgngrn@sbcglobal.net for meeting details or questions.

CEA-Retired Holiday Open House
2025-12-04 10:00 - 14:00 | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Please join us on the third floor at CEA for a Holiday Open House and enjoy some holiday cheer. There will be wrapping of holiday bear gifts, a delicious hot cocoa bar and eggnog, holiday sweet treats to share for those interested, and time to enjoy each other’s company. Lunch will be served. Come anytime between 10:00-1:30 (we will wrap up at 2pm) and stay for as long or as short as you can! Space is limited so RSVP today!
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Fairfield Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Miles Cohen at mcohen6017@sbcglobal.net for meeting details or questions.

CEA Breakfast with Legislators
2026-02-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Legislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Join with your fellow CEA members and CT legislators for our annual CEA Legislative Breakfast!
As we kick off the 2026 Legislative Session, it is vital that legislators hear directly from educators about the issues impacting the teaching profession, students, public education and our retirement. This unique event allows for active and retired CEA members from across CT to join together and talk with legislators to advocate for ourselves and our kids.
9:30 to 10:00 a.m. – Registration & Light Refreshments
10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Member Discussion with Legislators
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Hartford Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Liz Milewski at lizsteamboat52@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Litchfield Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00

Middlesex Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Ana Batista batistaana12@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

New Haven Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Ana Batista at batistaana12@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Tolland Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Joseph Jankowski at jjanko3899@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

New London Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Joe Jankowski jjanko3899@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Windham Retired County Meeting (Winter)
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:00
All Winter meetings will be virtual via Zoom, starting at 10 AM. Members should look for emails from their county directors for times and details.
Please contact Joe Jankowski at jjanko3899@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

CEA-Retired Lobby Day
2026-03-11 10:00 - 13:00 | State Capitol, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Join your fellow CEA-Retired members for our annual CEA-Retired Lobby Day at the State Capitol!
With the 2026 Legislative Session underway, it is more important than ever for legislators to hear directly from you. Together, we will highlight the priorities and concerns of CEA-Retired members.
Our day will begin with a welcome at 10:00 AM, followed by lobbying activities until 12:00 PM, and concluding with lunch
Please note: This is a CEA-member-only event.
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Lobby Day
2026-04-08 | State Capitol, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Join with your fellow CEA active, retired, and aspiring members for our annual CEA Lobby Day at the State Capitol.
It is vital that every one of our legislators hear directly from their educators about the issues impacting our members, our students, and public education. This unique event allows for members to join together at the State Capitol to lobby your legislators directly.
Please keep in mind that this will be a CEA member only event.
The event is tentatively scheduled for April 8th. Confirmation of the date will be sent out closer to the event.
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Fairfield Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2026-04-15
