Retired and Ready to Act
As Connecticut’s 2025 legislative session kicks off next week, CEA-Retired is gearing up to play a pivotal role in advocating for teachers and public education.
Symposium Addresses Teacher Shortage, Diversity
Growing and diversifying Connecticut’s professional educator workforce, which has long been at the center of CEA’s legislative, policymaking, communications, and training efforts, was the subject of a daylong symposium hosted by the Connecticut State Department of Education.
This Teacher Appreciation Week Tell Lawmakers Educators Want Action
Educators deserve more than just words of thanks this Teacher Appreciation Week. Contact your legislators and Governor Lamont and tell them to support educators and our priorities before it’s too late.
An Open Letter to Connecticut Parents, Legislators, and Voters
An open letter from CEA President Kate Dias is running in 10 Connecticut newspapers calling on legislators to step up and support educators and students.
Lobby Day Is Wednesday! Don’t Miss Out
What would raising teacher salaries, providing a COVID credit, and restoring good faith to the DCF mandated reporting process mean to you?
Delaying Kindergarten Start Age Change Not the Answer
The legislature’s vote last year to require children to be five by September 1 before starting kindergarten moved the state in line with the rest of the country and ensured children are developmentally ready for the academic and social emotional requirements of an elementary school classroom. Now some are calling for a year-long delay to this legislation.
Lamont Budget Proposal a Mixed Bag for Education
Legislators are back in Hartford today for the opening of the 2024 Legislative Session. Governor Ned Lamont gave his annual State of the State Address to the combined chambers outlining his budgetary priorities for the year—and it came with pros and cons for teachers.
Legislators Reflect on Teacher Wins
CEA leaders, members, and staff worked hard and were able to accomplish a number of wins this legislative session. Education Committee Chair Rep. Jeff Currey and Ranking Member Rep. Kathleen McCarty discuss those wins and more on the latest episode of CEA’s podcast.
End of Legislative Session Brings Wins for Teachers
Teachers’ voices were heard by state legislators, resulting in additional school funding and the passage of numerous bills that will improve teachers’ working conditions—but there’s still more work to be done.
Stay Up to Date This Legislative Session AND Get a Chance to Win a $25 Gift Card
The 2020 session of the Connecticut General Assembly begins tomorrow. Though it’s a short session (three months compared to the five the legislature meets in odd-numbered years), it’s sure to…