Connecticut Education Association

NEA Member Benefits & Savi: Student Loan Webinar
2025-11-13 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, CT, United States
NEA Member Benefits is hosting a free webinar with Savi, the Student Debt Navigator, to help educators manage student loans and find forgiveness options.
Join to learn:

Student loan repayment and forgiveness programs for educators
How the Savi Navigator helps NEA members save time and money
Other benefits available to NEA members

Can’t attend live? Register to get the recording!
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Aspiring Educators Beautification
2025-11-15 | CT

Retirement Workshop - Virtual
2025-11-17 16:00 - 18:15, 2025-12-02 16:00 - 18:15 | Virtual, CT, United States
CEA Retirement Specialist Robyn Kaplan-Cho, will cover a wide range of issues related to the State Teachers’ Retirement System and will offer time for questions following the presentation.
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Building Rep Academy
2025-11-17 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-12-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual, CT, United States
Are you a superstar Building Rep in your school? Do you want to be? CEA’s Building Rep Academy might be for you! Please join CEA Training & Organizational Specialist, Chris Teifke, in these relevant and engaging sessions to gain the information you need to enhance your work as a Building Representative in your Local Association.
Please join us for the entire series, with each monthly session covering a different topic!
Session 1, September 22: Representing Members
Session 2, October 27: Grievance vs. Gripe
Session 3, November 17: Establishing Yourself as a Building Rep
Session 4, December 15: Advocacy and Organizing

NEA Online Training: How to Fight Back for Immigrant Rights
2025-11-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Topic: Using the Power of the Union to Stand for Immigrant Student Rights
At this unprecedented time of attacks on immigrant students and families, we know that schools are not exempt from the increased ICE presence and threats, and consequent chilling effects on students and families we are seeing around the country. NEA is hosting an online training and organizing series to highlight members and NEA staff around the country that are doing incredible work in the schools and communities to stand up for immigrant rights. Through sharing their stories and tactics, members and staff can learn and be inspired to take tangible next steps for immigrant rights in their own school districts and states.
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Executive Committee Meeting
2025-11-24 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Mondani Board Room

Constitution Revision Committee
2025-12-03 | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

Finance Committee Meeting
2025-12-04 | CT

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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Tolland County Engagement
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Golf Lounge 18, 401 Evergreen Way, South Windsor, 06074, United States
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Board of Directors Meeting
2025-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | CT

Board of Directors Meeting w/ Aspiring Educators Board
2025-12-05 17:00 - 21:00 | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

School Climate and Culture Implementation Committee
2025-12-10 16:30 - 17:30 | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
We seek to maximize the Union’s role in supporting a positive and healthy school climate. As we implement the new school climate and culture law, we are committed to ensuring fidelity, transparency, and meaningful union oversight. Our union appointees are actively engaged to ensure that implementation reflects research-based best practices and serves the needs of all stakeholders.
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CEA Pride Meeting
2025-12-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Join us online every second Thursday of the month for CEA Pride meetings. We will discuss current issues, supports, and advancing LGBTQ+ rights for staff and students.
All are welcome! No pre-registration is necessary.

Retirement Workshop - Virtual
2025-12-18 16:00 - 18:15 | Virtual, CT, United States
CEA Retirement Specialist Robyn Kaplan-Cho, will cover a wide range of issues related to the State Teachers’ Retirement System and will offer time for questions following the presentation.
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Racial & Ethnic Diversity Affairs Commission Meeting
2025-12-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual, CT, United States

Presidents Meeting- Hartford County
2026-01-07 16:30 - 18:30 | CEA- 3rd Floor Conference Room, 21 Oak Street, Hartford, 06106, United States
Presidents Meeting – at CEA Hartford office.

Presidents Meeting- Middlesex
2026-01-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Rd, Essex, CT, 06426, United States

Local Presidents & BOD Retreat
2026-01-09 16:00 - 2026-01-10 12:00 | Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa, 625 N Rd, Groton, CT, 06340, United States
CEA Board Meeting 10:00 am-2:00 pm with lunch included.
LP/Board Retreat will start at 4:00 pm dinner and breakfast included.
Join us for an evening of connection and insights at our upcoming LP & Board Retreat! In a relaxed setting, this event offers a great chance to enjoy dinner and reconnect with fellow local leaders and board members. Together, we’ll address key updates, review this year’s legislative agenda, and reflect on the latest gains and changes impacting our communities. We’ll also explore strategies to strengthen school climates and influence local policies. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, share, and grow with peers dedicated to making a difference.
If you have any questions about the retreat, please contact Mary-Pat Soucy

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Presidents Meeting- New Haven
2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:30 | CT

Title IX at CEA
2026-01-13 16:30 - 19:00 | CEA- 3rd Floor Conference Room, 21 Oak Street, Hartford, 06106, United States
On January 13, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Title IX and the rights of LGBTQ+ students. To help you understand the potential impact and what you can do to fight for your students, we will hold a gathering at CEA HQ, listen to the oral arguments, have real time analysis, and make signs and social media content of support.
Food and drink will be provided.
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Presidents Meeting- Litchfield County
2026-01-15 16:30 - 18:30 | CT

Presidents Meeting- New London
2026-01-20 16:30 - 18:30 | Filomina’s Restaurant, 262 Boston Post Rd #1, Waterford, CT, 06385, United States

Presidents Meeting- Windham County
2026-01-21 16:30 - 18:30 | CT

Presidents Meeting- Tolland County
2026-01-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Beni’s Restaurant & Bar, 1280 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT, 06066, United States
