An op-ed by CEA President Jeff Leake that appeared in today’s Hartford Courant and CTNewsJunkie is receiving attention from media outlets around the state. In response to a question from a Fox 61 reporter about whether schools should open in June, Leake said, “We don’t think enough is in place, enough planning has been done,…
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Hundreds of teachers tonight heard answers to some of their biggest questions about how public education will move forward in Connecticut, as the state begins looking at a possible phased-in reopening of businesses, schools, and other facilities and services. How will teachers and students be protected? Will distance learning continue even as schools reopen? What…
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According to a new survey from CEA, AFT Connecticut, and WFSB Channel 3, distance learning is causing stress and overwhelm for teachers, whose workload has increased. Watch WFSB’s report from last night, and tune in tonight and Wednesday at 11 p.m. for more special reports on how students and teachers are handling the transition to…
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Teachers are reaching students in creative ways during these difficult times and doing all they can for them. As cities and towns consider school budgets for next school year, teachers must be part of the conversation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_8YAv_pyi8?rel=0
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These uncertain times are causing anxiety and stress. Wind down with weekly CEA Mindful Moments videos brought to you by CEA Teacher Development Specialist Kate Field, who shares uplifting stories and activities that can enhance your well-being. Mindfulness is a therapeutic technique for raising moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts and feelings. During these challenging…
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Do you have questions for the State Department of Education about distance learning, school reopening plans, or other issues related to COVID-19? Join a live webinar this Wednesday, April 29 from 4-5:00 p.m. to watch State Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona and members of his staff answer your questions. Hosted by CEA President Jeff Leake and…
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This is a stressful and scary time, which makes it all the more important to celebrate the bright spots—and Thursday night was one for East Granby teachers. After a four-hour special Zoom town meeting, residents voted to uphold the East Granby Education Association contract 181-21. “It was one of the high points of my 25…
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Teachers who are caring for young children or elderly relatives or who have other responsibilities to balance while learning new platforms and teaching their students are stretched incredibly thin right now, but many teachers who have the time are finding ways to give back. Mansfield teacher Louis Goffinet is one of them.
Despite the social distancing restrictions now in place due to COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to communicate with your elected officials, at the local, state, and federal levels. During a tele-town hall yesterday with Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and constituents, Senator Chris Murphy reinforced this message saying, “Everything that Jahana and I do we do…
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CEA is hosting a variety of free, timely, online trainings, just for you. Upcoming webinars include a Degrees Not Debt virtual seminar where you can get information about loan forgiveness programs, workshops about preparing for retirement, and a yoga class especially for teachers. Google Classroom – Rubrics, Grading & Collaborating April 21, 3:30-4:30pm Are you…
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