Stratford Teachers, Parents to Town Council: Don’t Shortchange Our Students
Stratford teachers, parents, and children rallied outside the town hall on Monday and spoke directly to elected officials
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Connecticut Expands Teacher Certification Reciprocity with Other States
Educators who hold a valid, active teaching certificate from several states outside of Connecticut may now apply for and obtain a Connecticut equivalent certification. The Connecticut State Department of Education…
A Letter from CEA President Kate Dias: You Are the Key to Our Success
No dual teaching, more mental health professionals in our schools, funding to improve indoor air quality, duty-free lunch periods, and more came out of all our hard work during this legislative session.
State Government, Education Leaders Recognize Teacher Appreciation Week
In recognition of the important work teachers do—and the particular challenges the pandemic has presented for the profession—the State Board of Education and governor’s office invited CEA President Kate Dias,…
What’s Going On with Teacher Evaluation?
With updates to teacher evaluation guidelines taking longer than the State Department of Education anticipated, existing teacher evaluation flexibilities will extend into the 2022-2023 school year while the revision process…
You Did It! Dual Instruction Ban, Mental Health Supports, and More Pass Legislature
Connecticut legislators have passed several key pieces of legislation that were among CEA’s top priorities.
State Unveils New Math, Financial Literacy Curriculum
The first phase of Connecticut’s new model math curriculum for grades 6 to 8 and financial literacy curriculum for grades 6 to 12 was released recently. Developed by a team that…
Key Mental Health Bills Hang in the Balance, Contact Your Legislators Today
Two important mental health bills have received crucial legislative support and are close to reaching the finish line but need your advocacy. Senate Bill 1, which was voted out of…
Your Advocacy Pays Off
Teamwork, dedication, and persistence were in full view this week. We are so appreciative of all of you who took action on Wednesday to support teacher priorities. Thousands of CEA…