About CEA
We Are CEA

Over 43,000 members strong, 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
Members
Discounts and Travel

CEA members can enjoy exclusive access to discounts on attractions, merchandise, fitness and travel.

Insurance Programs

Take advantage of home, auto and life insurance programs.

Investment Programs

Information on retirement plans offered by the State of Connecticut and NEA.

Legal Services

NEA's Attorney Referral Program provides members with legal advice on personal matters.

Money Management

Learn about the credit cards, home financing programs and lines of credit available through NEA Member Benefits.

View Additional Benefits

CEA members have access to a variety of benefits and programs to enhance your life and your career. Learn about the benefits for new and retired members and see what's available for you.

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.

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.

Uniserv Areas

Listing of areas assigned to each Uniserv Representative.

Uniserv Office Directions

Directions to our Trumbull, Norwalk, East Lyme, Windsor, Cheshire, Rocky Hill, Torrington, Ellington and Waterbury offices.
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

2017 Teachers' Priorities

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

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.

Find Your State Legislator

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

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

Activities and Lesson Plans

An extensive collection of online curriculum and instruction resources relating to education, teaching and learning.

Curriculum/Project Grants

A listing of various academic grants offered from a variety of organizations.

Education Initiatives

External online resources aimed at improving and strengthening education and learning.

Educational Research and Policy

Resources that identify, develop and enhanced public policy for education.

Professional Associations

A variety of local and national education organizations and associations.

Grants for Teachers

A listing of various academic grants offered from a variety of organizations.

Online Learning Opportunities

Online learning courses, podcasts and videos to help educators increase their knowledge and improve their curricula.

Professional Learning Standards & Guidance Document

This new document includes specific information about the role of the PDEC in developing and implementing the district's professional learning plan.

Regional Education Service Centers (RESCs)

Every school district in Connecticut benefits from services provided by Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs).

Research and Effective Professional Learning Information

Articles and research on how to create more powerful professional development experiences.

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.

Information and Resources for TEAM/New Teachers

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.

News

Local and national news stories surrounding teacher evaluation.

Research and Articles

A collections of research articles and supplemental information regarding teacher evaluation.

CEA Media Gallery

CEA Membership Video: It's All About Your Students and You

Your influence is multiplied as a member of CEA.
Find out why your colleagues are encouraging you to get involved with CEA.

Part 1: Supporting Your Rights and the Value of Your Union
Part 2: Good Working Conditions Make for Good Learning Conditions
Part 3: Member Benefits and the Path to Getting Involved with CEA

Additional Videos

Parents Criticize Governor's Education Proposals in New CEA TV Ad

Parents and students criticize legislators who are ignoring their needs and putting politics ahead of public schools.

CEA TV Ad Amplifies Calls to Invest in All Public Schools

The spot highlights the need for the state to invest in all public schools, not divide schools, parents, and communities into clear winners and losers.

A Student is More Than a Test Score

CEA public awareness TV ads featuring CEA members and Connecticut students focus on the need to treat children as individuals, increase instructional time, and reduce the number of required standardized tests.

Let Us Teach

RISE

Ever-changing demands don't make it easy to be a teacher today, but Connecticut's professional educators continue to go above and beyond. Watch CEA's TV commercial.

Schools Most Ripe for Improvement

Watch CEA's TV ad highlighting Success in the Works

Teachers as Professionals: Raising Public Awareness

Focus is on teachers as meaningful partners in collaborative decision making

A True Passion for the Profession

Connecticut teachers have a clear vision for positive change and a true passion for their profession. That's the message of these CEA commercials. The aim is to draw attention to teachers' hard work and extensive efforts to ensure every child succeeds. The campaign uses the tagline, Connecticut teachers: professionals inspiring our future. Teachers are continuously improving, adapting, and innovating. They're partnering with administrators, families, and the community to improve our public schools.

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