Today CEA members and staff are joining thousands of other union members and community groups at rallies around the state organized in honor of May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day.
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CEA-Retired Secretary Remembered Patricia Jordan leaves legacy of education, union advocacy Patricia (“Pat”) Jordan, secretary of CEA-Retired, passed away on March 25. A Waterford math teacher for 40 years, Jordan became involved in union work early in her career, holding various local leadership positions before advancing to state and national leadership roles. In addition to…
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“It’s so important for our legislators to hear directly from educators—you are the experts on teaching and learning,” CEA Vice President Joslyn DeLancey told members gathered today for CEA Lobby Day at the State Capitol.
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Before a City Council public hearing last night, New London educators rallied on the steps of City Hall demanding a school budget that supports students.
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In a room filled with laughter, pride, and the unmistakable energy of change-makers, CEA Aspiring Educators gathered for their annual Apple Banquet to celebrate a year of leadership, service, and dedication.
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Today and every day, teachers and support staff work with students who have a wide variety of needs, ensuring caring, nurturing, and welcoming environments where all students are safe, accepted, and valued and can reach their potential.
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The education community applauds Attorney General William Tong for taking action to protect Connecticut from the federal government’s efforts to withhold more than $320 million in critical education funding.
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This coming week provides opportunities on April 30—CEA Lobby Day, and May 1—International Workers’ Day, to take action in support of teachers and public education.
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With six weeks left in the legislative session there is still time for legislators to pass bills to improve teaching and learning. In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, State Rep. Jillian Gilchrest and Hamden teacher Cinzia Lettieri discuss education issues the legislature has been considering and talk about why an investment in the teaching profession is long overdue.
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Amid the confusion coming out of Washington, it can be tough to know what’s really going on. That’s why CEA is holding biweekly What’re The Facts webinars, and the latest featured Congresswoman Jahana Hayes so members could hear directly from a federal elected official.
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