Though his opening address to the 2018 General Assembly emphasized Connecticut’s tradition of fairness and the state’s future generations, the governor’s new budget proposal delivers mixed news for Connecticut students, teachers, and schools.
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Though his opening address to the 2018 General Assembly today emphasized Connecticut’s tradition of fairness and the state’s future generations, the governor’s new budget proposal delivers mixed news for Connecticut students, teachers, and schools. On the plus side, the governor’s plan includes a proposal to restructure state payments to the teacher retirement fund in a…
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Tomorrow begins the 2018 session of the Connecticut General Assembly. It’s likely to be a busy session with many issues for legislators to tackle over these next three months. Students, parents, teachers, and communities across the state are currently dealing with the destructive consequences of last year’s education cuts—fewer resources for children, layoffs of teachers…
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When the school bell dismissed her students for Super Bowl weekend, Enfield High School building rep and business education teacher Kim Sweeney prepared to head down the hall to meet with fellow teachers. They were going to honor one of her colleagues—or so she assumed. Little did she know, Enfield educators—along with CEA leaders and…
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Does your local have a newsletter or website? We want to know about it! The annual CEA Newsletter and Website Competition recognizes teachers and locals who promote communication with Association members. This year, the entry process is completely online and easier than ever. Click to Enter. The deadline for entering is February 23, and winners…
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With recent cuts to state education funding, a new legislative session about to start, and the future of teachers and public education at risk it’s never been more important to stay up to date on the latest education news affecting Connecticut teachers. Here at BlogCEA we want to make sure you as a CEA member…
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Renowned author and advocate for children Jonathan Kozol has called it “a beautiful film” that “everyone who values democratic education needs to see”—and now you can watch Backpack Full of Cash at a free screening this February in New London. Narrated by Matt Damon and directed by a teacher, the movie explores the real cost…
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“Union business is a professional responsibility and makes a big difference,” says Waterbury teacher and building rep Anthony Della Calce. The sixth-year math educator who teaches at North End Middle School is new to being a building rep, but not to understanding the vital role his union plays in teachers’ lives. “Belonging to a union…
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Save hundreds on things you buy every day. Visit cea.org/mbfor teacher deals and discounts you never knew you had. Now through the end of January, enter to win weekly raffle prizes and the chance to win a grand prize guided-tour vacation package from NEA Member Benefits.
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Attend a free screening of Backpack Full of Cash on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 6 p.m. in New London. Narrated by Matt Damon, whose mother is teacher, the movie, explores the real cost of privatizing public schools.