Learn about the people and ideas that influenced the writing and adoption of the Declaration of Independence and how the 4th of July has been celebrated over the years with these lessons, activities, and other resources. Resources for: Grades K-5 Grades 6-12
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Details“This is investing—investing in our state’s future and the future of our students,” said CEA President Sheila Cohen, describing a plan that would create a commission charged with pursuing an open, transparent, and equitable funding system for public schools—one of the state’s greatest assets. Representing the seven-member Connecticut Coalition for Public Education (CCPE) at a…
DetailsThe Hartford Yard Goats are excited to announce CEA Member Appreciation Days at the new ballpark! Come out to cheer on the home team and enjoy special recognition for CEA member teachers with fireworks after the game. Saturday, July 29, at 6:35 PM versus the Reading Fightin Phils Friday, August 11, at 7:05 PM versus…
DetailsFrom cyberbullying to sexual exploitation, students are particularly at risk from the rapid integration of digital technologies into everyday life. As more devices become Internet-enabled—24 billion by 2020, according to a recent estimate—experts are finding that many of these devices lack proper encryption and other basic security measures. Learn how to protect yourself, your family,…
DetailsTeachers are in it for the long run and in it for the students. And nowhere is that clearer than in the annual Eversource Hartford Marathon, where teachers run, donate, and volunteer to help children in need. Join the fun this year and support Team CEF on race day—Saturday, October 14. The Connecticut Education Foundation…
DetailsThe school year is almost over, but the need for teacher activism is not. While the legislative session ended last week, lawmakers have yet to agree on a new state budget, necessitating a special session this summer. We need to be prepared to fight any proposals that attack teachers, disregard the needs of our students,…
DetailsWhen it comes to summer, reading may not be the first thing—or even in the top ten things—kids have in mind! But reading can be the ideal summer activity. It’s fun, portable, can involve the whole family, and will help children academically. These resources can help you put good books into kids’ hands and connect…
DetailsThere are still weeks of school left to go in some Connecticut districts and, with temperatures in the mid-90s, some schools sent children home early today. For schools without air conditioning, these last, summer-like days present a challenge. Connecticut state law does not set a maximum temperature for public school buildings. Many children are better off at…
DetailsCheck out these curriculum resources for teaching the history and meaning behind the “Stars & Stripes.” History of the Stars & Stripes Flag Day Celebrated A brief description of Flag Day for students in grades K-5 with images and audio files. Today in History: June 14th: Flag Day Text, images, songs, and links to additional…
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