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About CEA
We Are CEA

CEA advocates for teachers and public education. We've been a driving force in lobbying legislators for the resources public schools need and campaigning for high standards for teachers and students. Our proud history spans more than 150 years.

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CEA Representative Assembly

The CEA Representative Assembly (RA), held each May, is CEA's highest policy-making body.

Committees and Commissions

Membership involvement is vital to CEA's mission. As a member of a CEA commission or committee, you are part of the process.

Connecticut Education Foundation

CEF is a non-profit, charitable foundation that was established in 1991 to help teachers and children with extraordinary personal hardships and students planning teaching careers.
Elections

CEA is a democratic organization. Our members play an important role in determining the direction and focus of the Association through several elected governing bodies.
Grants and Awards

CEA offers a variety of grants and awards in the following categories:
- Public Relations
- Human and Civil Rights
- John McCormack Award for Teaching Excellence
NEA Annual Meeting and Representative Assembly

The National Education Association Representative Assembly (RA) is NEA's highest decision-making body. With over 9,000 delegates, it is also the world's largest democratic, deliberative body.
Our Leadership Team

Learn about the responsibilities of CEA's Executive Officers and Management staff.

Our Publications

CEA produces print and online publications on a regular basis for its members. Check out our issues of the CEA Advisor and Association Conntact.
Issues

CEA News and Headlines

Read the latest education news and information from CEA.

Indoor Air Quality

The U.S EPA has developed an innovative program - Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Tools for Schools - to help schools identify and address indoor air quality problems.

Media Gallery

Watch our various TV ads and video highlights captured throughout the year.

Press Releases

Check out our indexed collection of press releases distributed for the current year.

Media Contacts

Nancy Andrews, Director of Communications
(860) 725-6317
nancya@cea.org
Member Benefits
Members
Board Reports

Download monthly board reports from our executive officers and management staff.

CEA Policies

Policy and procedure documentation for members of CEA's Board of Directors.

Forms and Documentation

Downloadable forms for staff and non-staff members - including expense vouchers, mileage reports and County Council meeting reports.

Meeting Request Form

Schedule a meeting at CEA Headquarters using this online form.

Building Reps

Education news, tips and handouts for your 10-minute meetings, teacher discounts and special offers, and answers to commonly asked questions.

CEA-Retired

The driving principle behind CEA-Retired is to provide retired members an organization that works in conjunction with CEA to improve retirement, pension, and health benefits.

CEA Student Program

CEASP offers unique opportunities in professional development, community outreach, leadership, and networking with future teachers all over the state.

Local and NEA Affiliates

Visit our local and national affiliate websites — created and shared by your colleagues.

Local Presidents

Resources and information for local presidents.

Treasurers & Membership Chairs

Information for treasurers and membership chairs regarding annual local and NEA dues, taxes, enrichment grants and more.

Retirement Information

This section contains research articles and resource information generated by CEA and external sources regarding your retirement and pension.

Uniserv Regional Office Staff

Directory listing of Uniserv Representatives assigned to each unit.
Negotiations

Contracts

CEA keeps the contracts for all the school districts in Connecticut so they are available to CEA members at any time.

Contract Language

CEA keeps contract language organized by which town(s) have the language and which do not, so you can compare benefits among districts.

Research

CEA keeps reports on wealth and tax statistics, interest arbitration awards, health and welfare benefits, and others, to support negotiations.

Salary Schedules

CEA maintains salary schedules, minimum and maximum salary rankings, and other reports for all towns in Connecticut.
Legislation and Politics

Current News

We're anywhere your issues require us to be. At the state legislature, before regulatory agencies, in the media, in your schools, and with state and local politicians.

2020 Teachers' Priorities

This section focuses on key topics of interest affecting public education for the current year and legislative session.

Find Your State Legislator

Use this application to look up your Connecticut state representative and senator.

Legislator Report Card

Find out where the candidates for office stand on issues of importance to you.

Political Resources

Use these political resources to stay in touch and get informed for some of today's most important issues.

Shiny Apple, Rotten Apple

Are your state legislators supporting students, teachers, and public education or are they working hard against everything you believe in?

Teacher Advocate Grassroots (TAG) Team

Learn about our group of active and retired teachers who advocate for public education.

Written Testimony

Read the testimony that CEA has given for current Legislative session.
Professional Issues
Applying For Certification

Whether you're applying for your first certificate, a renewal, or the next level of certification, CEA can help make the process easy.

Basic Certification Information

Learn about Connecticut's three-tiered certification continuum and its core requirements.

Certification News

A collection of local and national news stories and information on teacher certification.

Maintaining Your Certificate

Information and resources on how to keep your teaching certificate up-to-date

New Teachers

Whether it's your first time in the classroom or your sixth year, we are here with all the resources early-career professionals need. We've got classroom management and professional development ideas. We've got more ways to stretch your hard-earned dollars. And we've got your back.

Professional Learning Academy

CEA Professional Learning Academy offers a wealth of professional development opportunities for teachers, aligned with Connecticut's professional learning standards.

CEA Generated Research

Research articles and resources dealing with court cases and information related to special education.

External Resources

Links to the CT State Department of Education and other outside resources.

Workshops

A variety of Special Education workshops presented by Robyn Kaplan-Cho, CEA Retirement Specialist.

In the News

Timely state and national media pieces related to teacher safet.y

Model Contract Language

Consider whether your local association may want to negotiate any of these model contract provisions.

Reporting Forms and Related Resources

Model assault forms that can be used in your district or modified to fit your members' needs.

State Statutes

Key state laws related to assaults on staff.

Workers' Compensation

State laws and forms to be used if you are injured at work.

Workshops

These workshops can be presented to local associations or during professional development days by CEA staff at no charge.

Information and Resources for TEAM

The Teacher Education and Mentoring Program (TEAM) is a two year induction program for beginning teachers that includes mentorship and professional development. Beginning teachers participating in the program are assigned a trained mentor to guide them through developing individualized growth plans, uniquely based on their own needs as educators.
Teacher Evaluation

Evaluation Resources

Our extensive resource library of resource materials, documentation, PowerPoint presentations and more.

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For Local Presidents

The Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control have issued guidelines to local health districts, schools, and the public regarding the coronavirus.

Guidelines for schools CT Department of Public Health News Release
CEA guidelines for schools and teachers

CEA launches new campaign to expand the minority teaching force

See what we have done

Tell Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona about trauma and disruptive student behaviors in your school

Anxiety and Trauma Top Challenges Facing Students, Survey Finds

Read News Release View Survey Results Read the Exec. Summery Watch WFSB Channel 3 coverage

Learn how social-emotional learning can improve student outcomes.

Register for the Early Career Educators Conference

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CEA: Your Union Advantage

Watch the Video CEA: Your Union Advantage

Watch the video - The Union Advantage: Strong unions vs. weak unions.

Hear stories from your colleagues, including North Haven Teacher Amy Alessi who once taught in Arizona where union strength has been eroded.

CEA News and Information

Connecticut Education Foundation Receives Grant to Help Students in Need

Dalio Philanthropies donates $40,000. Hundreds of schoolchildren across the state facing extraordinary hardships will receive a helping hand—as will minority students planning on entering the teaching profession—thanks in large part to a generous donation from the Dalio Philanthropies.

Read more details here.
Region 16 English Teacher Named Connecticut Teacher of the Year

Woodland Regional High School’s 600-plus students rose to their feet and cheered as beloved teacher Meghan Hatch-Geary was honored in a surprise ceremony announcing Connecticut’s 2020 Teacher of the Year (TOY). The announcement came this morning at the Beacon Falls school where she and her husband, building rep Paul Geary, teach English.

Watch videos and read why this English teacher is being celebrated by her students and peers.
CEA, AFT Connecticut, WFSB Survey on Issues Facing Public Education

Read survey results

Watch WFSB Channel 3 news coverage
NBC CT Investigates: Teachers Concerned of 'Old, Sick Buildings'

#IsMySchoolSick? Watch Manchester teacher Kate Dias and CEA Legal Counsel Melanie Kolek explain what's making our students and teachers sick.
Watch it here

Watch NBC report: Classroom Concerns
Mold, Rodent Droppings, Extreme Temperatures: Connecticut’s Schools Are Falling Apart and Making Students and Teachers Sick

“From Stamford to Manchester and towns in between, teachers have been reporting illnesses related to environmental problems within their schools,” says CEA President Jeff Leake. “There’s black mold, rodent droppings, extreme heat and cold temperatures, dust, asbestos, and other issues that are putting our students and teachers at risk every day.”

Read press release here

Read survey comments and executive summary.
New DCF Commissioner listens, Addresses Teachers' Concerns

Hear how Vannessa Dorantes responded to your colleagues’ questions.

Read story at blogcea.org.
Teachers Bring Their ‘A Game’ at UConn Football Homecoming

Educators from every corner of the state came together at CEA’s first-ever teacher tailgate party this weekend at UConn football’s homecoming game. More than 100 teachers, friends, and family members enjoyed breakfast, music, a fan photo booth, and games of KanJam, cornhole, and ladder golf.
Chicago Teachers Are Striking for Their Students

The #RedForEd movement is only getting stronger—from Chicago, to Fairplay, CO to Little Rock, to Mendota, IL. Educators and their allies are coming together in communities across the country to create better schools for our children.
Rep. Jahana Hayes introduces Pell Grant Restoration Act

The National Education Association (NEA) and Connecticut Education Association (CEA) today applauded Rep. Jahana Hayes, longtime NEA and CEA member as well 2016 National Teacher of the Year, on her introduction of the Pell Grant Restoration Act, H.R. 4298.