NEWS RELEASES

Teachers, firefighters, police officers and other public service workers are celebrating today after a historic vote by the Senate to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO).

The education community, is deeply saddened by the loss of Mark Waxenberg, a dedicated leader whose life’s work was committed to strengthening public education.

Today, as Connecticut comes together to honor Former Governor M. Jodi Rell, the Connecticut Education Association extends its heartfelt condolences to her family and friends during this time of loss.

New CEA survey finds continuing challenges with student behavioral issues, insufficient pay, and lack of respect contributing to teacher shortage

The nomination of billionaire Linda McMahon—a retired wrestling industry executive with no teaching experience—to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education represents a reckless shift in our nation’s education priorities.

CEA has launched a new public awareness campaign to highlight how, despite many challenges, teachers continue to go above and beyond, driven by a commitment to meet their students’ needs and help them succeed and thrive.

The Connecticut Education Foundation is looking to match more than 800 Connecticut students with sponsors in its annual gift-giving effort

Ongoing complaints and issues being raised by Bridgeport teachers and parents have gone unanswered by the superintendent and now they are expressing their dissatisfaction with her leadership in a new survey and urging the Board of Education to take action.

Young People First, Dalio Education and the CCM’s 119K north star mission to get disconnected youth back on track has the strong and enthusiastic support of the education community.

Event supports educators and students in need and will be held at Amarante’s in New Haven

Wearing black and carrying signs that read, “Help us help our students,” “Bridgeport students deserve more,” and “Respect teachers,” teachers, parents and community members from across the city protested outside City Hall calling for actions to elevate education in Bridgeport.

With a new school year underway, educators, administrators, parents, businesses, community members and students are joining together and encouraging all residents to become Public Education Champions, advocating for policies and practices that uplift public education and support students’ academic and mental well-being.

CEA Back-to-School Survey finds no improvement in teacher shortages, salaries, stress, burnout, student mental health and behavioral issues

CEA has released its Honor Roll, a list of legislators who have a proven track record as education champions. CEA’s Honor Roll and Legislator Report Card evaluate legislators’ overall support for issues important to students, teachers, and public education.

CEA’s Communications Department took home seven awards recognizing exceptional communications across various categories at a national awards ceremony.