Connecticut Education Association

Special Education Roundtable
2025-02-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-03 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-06 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, CT, United States
As a special education teacher, you have a window into the issues that get in the way of delivering the quality education and providing the safe learning environment every student deserves. Heavy caseload? Absence of paraeducators and certified staff? Lack of funding? In order to effectively lobby for real-world solutions to Connecticut’s special education crisis, CEA needs to hear your experiences and ideas. So we ask that you join CEA’s Robyn Kaplan-Cho for a discussion on the state of Special Education in Connecticut. Each roundtable event is open to the first 40 CEA members who register.
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What’re The Facts? Stay Informed and Empowered
2025-02-24 16:00 - 16:30 | Virtual, CT, United States
In today’s rapidly changing education landscape, teachers can count on CEA for up-to-date information, essential resources, and the support they need to navigate new challenges.
CEA is actively tracking key policies, analyzing their impact, and providing you with the tools and resources you need to stay ahead.
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Know Your Rights: Special Education & Challenging Behavior Law
2025-02-25 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:30 | CT
Navigating the complexities of special education and addressing challenging student behaviors can be overwhelming. There are new laws that you need to be aware of that can help you in the classroom.
We invite you to participate in one of two upcoming Know Your Rights virtual webinars, where you’ll gain essential knowledge to advocate for yourself and your students.
In the Special Education & Challenging Behavior Law webinar you will learn:

What you can and should do as a participant in the planning and placement team (PPT) process.
A detailed overview of Connecticut’s new Challenging Behavior Law, going into effect next school year.
How these changes impact your role as an educator and what rights you have under the law.

These webinars, presented by CEA specialist Robyn Kaplan-Cho, are open to CEA members only and are limited to the first 80 registrants. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and empowered in these challenging times for educators!
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Executive Committee Meeting
2025-02-26 | CT

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.

Aspiring Educator-How To Get Hired: Resume and Cover Letter Writing
2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Join us for our first “How To Get Hired” virtual event. This session, presented by a seasoned building administrator, will focus on resume and cover letter writing. She will offer tips and tricks as well as field questions. Get ahead of the game and start strengthening your cover letter and resume! Register today!
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Day of Action
2025-03-04 08:00 - 17:00 | CEA, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Show your support for public education on Tuesday, March 4, by wearing red to draw attention to the urgent need for investments in education.
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CEA leaders will be holding a news conference at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford, and you can show your support from the classroom. By standing together we can support education and advocate for investments to address Connecticut’s most pressing educational priorities, urging lawmakers to prioritize adequate funding for education at both the state and federal levels.
CEA’s legislative priorities this year include increasing special education funding, ensuring competitive salaries for teachers, addressing the teacher shortage crisis, and putting real resources where our priorities are so we can address the most pressing challenges and ensure our public education system delivers for all of our students.
The Day of Action is part of a broader, nationwide initiative drawing attention to the damaging consequences of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education and slashing federal education funding—decisions that would negatively impact millions of students nationwide and could cost the state over $321 million in federal education funding.
CEA is encouraging everyone—students, parents, educators, administrators, community members, lawmakers, and members of the media—to wear red in solidarity and show their support for the fight to protect our public schools. Share your photos, wearing Red for Ed, on social media with the hashtag #ProtectOurKids or send them directly to CEA at info@cea.org.

Leadership Summit
2025-03-07 - 2025-03-09 | CT

Building Rep Academy: Grievance vs. Gripe
2025-03-11 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 so that you have 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!
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NEA Town Hall to Protect our Students and Families
2025-03-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Join NEA President Pringle for an urgent Zoom meeting to discuss the upcoming Trump Executive Order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.
With Secretary Linda McMahon pushing her “final mission,” it’s critical that union leaders like you understand the potential impacts on students, families, and communities. Join President Pringle, NEA General Counsel Alice O’Brien, and others as we break down the stakes and strategize how to protect public education.
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Digital Rally for Our Future: When Institutions Fail, We Rise
2025-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual, CT, United States
The chaos in Washington is causing much concern across the country and in Connecticut, putting students’ futures at risk. On Wednesday, March 19, we encourage you to wear red to school and then join us at 5:30 p.m. for a Digital Rally for Our Future: When Institutions Fail, We Rise.
CEA leaders and experts will discuss real actions we can take to protect our schools and drive change at the local and state levels. Register today. Don’t miss this important event to learn what we can do here in Connecticut.
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LGBTQ+ Youth and How to Support Them
2025-03-20 15:45 - 17:45 | CEA- 3rd Floor Conference Room, 21 Oak Street, Hartford, 06106, United States
Learn about the experiences and challenges of queer youth today and how you can best support them as an educator.
The workshop will cover

Sexual orientation
Gender identity and expression
Vocabulary
History and culture
Queerphobias
Risk factors and statistics
Long-term impacts of growing up queer and unsupported
Best practices to support students and reduce risks
Anti-discrimination laws that protect students

Presented by Q Plus, an organization dedicated to creating resources and programs that address the needs identified by queer youth.
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Aspiring Educator-How To Get Hired: Demo Lessons
2025-03-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
Join us for our second virtual event in our How to Get Hired Series. This week, we will focus on “Successful Demo Lessons”. A seasoned administrator will facilitate the session and provide expertise and practical information that you will be able to implement when preparing for demo lessons.
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Summit on Diversity: Elevating Your Leadership Potential
2025-03-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Amarante’s Sea Cliff, 62 Cove Road, New Haven, CT, 06512
We are excited to announce the upcoming CEA Summit on Diversity: Elevating Your Leadership Potential! This powerful event will bring together educators from across the state to empower, inspire, and elevate leadership within our schools and communities.
Join us for an incredible day of learning, growth, and networking, with USA Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona as our Keynote Speaker. Secretary Cardona will share his journey as a leader in the education sector, including overcoming challenges, defining leadership in diverse contexts, and empowering others. Whether you are a seasoned educator or new to the field, this summit is designed to elevate your leadership potential and provide tools to help you thrive.
Highlights Include:
Keynote Address by Secretary Miguel Cardona
Breakout Sessions on Leadership Development, Advocacy, and Equity
Networking opportunities with fellow educators
Resources and Strategies for Professional Growth
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of a transformative experience that will enhance your leadership skills and connect you with a community of like-minded educators.
Register Today! Let’s work together to inspire change, elevate our leadership, and continue advancing diversity in education! We can’t wait to see you there!
Sponsored by CEA and Hosted by the Racial and Ethnic Diversity Affairs Commission (REDAC)
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Local Presidents Meeting- Budget Review (Virtual)
2025-03-31 17:00 - 19:00 | CT
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Litchfield County Forum- Legislative Focus
2025-04-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Sage and Salt, 26 Commons Drive, Litchfield, CT, 06759, United States
Come join your colleagues in Litchfield County to meet and greet your legislators. Appetizers and cash bar!

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New London Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-03 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Gretchen Noonan mgngrn@sbcglobal.net for meeting details or questions.

Aspiring Educator: Getting and Thriving In Your First Teaching Job
2025-04-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual, CT, United States
This panel brings together education leaders to share their best tips for landing your first job and having a successful first year of teaching (and beyond!). Learn from CEA local presidents, principals, and superintendents, and get ready to have a great first year!
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Fairfield County Forum- Legislative Focus
2025-04-05 16:30 - 18:30 | Stamford Education Association, 25 Crescent Street, Stamford, 06906, United States
Gather with your fellow county members and meet and discuss your issues with your legislators.

New Haven Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-08 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Contact MaryEllen Sansome at mesans@att.net for meeting details or questions.

Building Rep Academy: Establishing Yourself as a Building Rep
2025-04-08 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 for these relevant and engaging sessions so that you have 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!
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Hartford Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-09 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
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.

Tolland Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Mitchell’s Restaurant, 1237 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT, 06066, United States
All Spring meetings will be in person.
Cost to members: $10
Please contact Joseph Jankowski at jjanko3899@gmail.com or 860-742-5636 for meeting details or questions.

Windham Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Pat Jordan at pejord1@outlook.com for meeting details or questions.

Middlesex Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Kathy Ellis sealcovemaine@gmail.com for meeting details or questions.

Virtual CEA RA Business Meeting
2025-04-21 | Virtual, CT, United States

Fairfield Retired County Meeting (Spring)
2025-04-21 10:00 - 14:00 | CT
All Spring meetings will be in person. Details will be shared closer to the dates.
Please contact Miles Cohen at mcohen6017@sbcglobal.net for meeting details or questions.
