Waterbury teacher George Flaherty Jr. fought tears as he sat beside his eight-year-old daughter Margaret in a Waterbury church tonight praying for the victims of last week’s mass shooting at Newtown’s Sandy Hook Elementary School. “I am a teacher. I’m a parent. This could happen to any of us.” Flaherty was joined by nearly 1500…
DetailsConnecticut’s 2012 Teacher of the Year David Bosso has an extraordinary essay appearing in today’s Hartford Courant. As we reflect on the tragedy in Sandy Hook and mourn the innocent lives lost in the horrific shooting, Bosso emphasizes the critical role teachers, as dedicated professionals, play by protecting and nurturing students in ways big and…
DetailsCEA is working with AFT Connecticut, which represents teachers in Newtown, and with students, teachers, administrators, and families as they recover from this unimaginable tragedy. An NEA crisis team from Ohio spent the weekend working with AFT Connecticut and CEA to prepare teachers and students for their return to the classroom. How to support Newtown…
DetailsAs we all reel from the violence visited upon our Newtown neighbors, many are looking for ways to help. AFT Connecticut, which represents teachers in Newtown, has set up a web page where you can leave a message of support for students, staff, teachers, and the community. Leave your message here. We hope to have more…
DetailsStatement from CEA President Sheila Cohen on Newtown School Shooting CEA is deeply saddened by the horrific tragedy that took the lives of so many children and adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the students, parents, teachers, family members, our AFT Connecticut colleagues, and the entire Newtown community.…
DetailsOnly 12 more days until Christmas! If you celebrate the holiday, does that thought fill you with joy or dread? The holiday season is a challenging one for many people — here are seven tips from experts for dealing with holiday stress. Take time for yourself. Even on the busiest of days, taking five or ten…
DetailsFrom Education Votes: With the stroke of a pen, Michigan’s Republican Gov. Rick Snyder has taken a state on the upswing and knocked it off course — forcing hardworking Michiganders and their families down a path that will lead to fewer jobs, lower wages, crumbling communities, and a weaker economy. Despite intense pressure from workers…
DetailsA new Wallingford initiative is “all about bringing families together through STEM,” according to Greg Colonese, one of the teacher organizers. The Wallingford STEM Enrichment Academy will offer evening and weekend activities for students and their families to build interest in STEM and increase family involvement in children’s education. The new program is the vision…
DetailsStill need holiday gifts ideas for the children in your life? Most families welcome passes to museums, zoos, and aquariums, or gift cards or money towards lessons and activities. If you are looking for toys, check out some of the following links for inspiration. Parents’ Choice Holiday Gift Guide The nation’s oldest nonprofit guide to…
DetailsAs you prepare for the holidays, don’t forget the great savings that come with CEA and NEA membership. Below are just some of the discounts you can enjoy. For complete lists, visit CEA Member Benefits and NEA Member Benefits. Please note – you are required to sign in with your member ID to access discount…
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