Twenty-five years after 9/11, Connecticut teachers are helping a new generation understand the day through powerful personal stories—including the story of passengers stranded in Newfoundland after their flights were rerouted. For Danbury students, one firsthand account offered a lesson about the tragedy as well as the kindness and generosity of the communities that welcomed thousands of stranded travelers.
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At CEA’s monthly Building Rep Academy, meet other educators doing the same work and learn how to expertly engage, organize, and represent your colleagues. Join CEA Training & Organizational Specialist Chris Teifke for one-hour virtual monthly sessions this fall.
Join a virtual town hall on the use of screens in schools on September 23 featuring CEA Secretary Gail Jorden as a panelist. The conversation will explore classroom technology, student attention and mental health, school safety, cell phone policies, and practical steps parents and schools can take to create healthier and more effective learning environments.
On September 22, CEA President Kate Dias will make the case for teachers’ unions making for stronger students. Get your free tickets today.
To help celebrate and educate about the contributions of Hispanic Americans, check out the list of curated resources, books, lessons, videos, activities, and more compiled by NEA.
The CEA Pride Commission was established to provide a community for Connecticut LGBTQ+ educators and allies. Come to a monthly meeting to learn more about advocating for the community. The next meeting takes place virtually Sept. 17 at 4:00 p.m.
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, many teachers are ensuring the generation born after the attacks understands the significance of that day. On WNPR’s Where We Live, Darien teacher Jennifer Ladd shares her personal memories of that day and explains why she thinks it’s so important to teach students about 9/11.
How can educators and communities ensure Asian American and Pacific Islander students feel like they belong in classrooms and school communities? That was the focus of a panel discussion with high school students at the 4th Annual Connecticut Asian American and Pacific Islander Education Symposium.
Friday, November 6, join fellow educators and supporters at the forth annual CEA Celebrates Gala at the Omni New Haven Hotel.