Governor Outlines Commitment to Funding for Many Public Schools
Despite the state’s fiscal woes, Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced a proposal to increase Education Cost Sharing (ECS) funding to 117 of the state’s 169 cities and towns, while…
Teaching Labor History in School
We’ve come a long way since early unions fought for and Congress passed the Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938, improving labor conditions and the well-being of workers. But today’s…
Governor Opposes Guns in Schools
The 2013 legislative session got underway today. While legislators face a number of major issues, including a looming budget crisis, all thoughts were on the horrific Dec. 14 shooting in…
Wallingford Teachers Bring Families Together Through STEM
A 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…