In addition to conducting the business of the association, delegates to the CEA Representative Assembly last weekend also honored many CEA members for their outstanding commitment to the profession, for advancing human and civil rights, and for their public relations efforts.

Delegates to the CEA Representative Assembly elected new officers, voted on a budget, new business items, and amendments to the constitution and bylaws, and honored exemplary educators.

Creating a classroom community that honors student identities, encourages students to learn about the world around them, and leads them to practice empathy while advocating for themselves and others is a goal for many educators—but how to get there?

Shelton parents, students, and their teachers came out in force to ask city leaders to support a budget that supports their schools.

Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to our quality of life. This month provides an opportunity to increase awareness about the role of mental health and to share resources and information to help those who may need mental health support.

CEA is hosting opportunities to relax, unwind, and learn about your most import union rights at three beautiful Connecticut wineries this spring.

To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden hosted a virtual event for teachers from across the country with NEA President Becky Pringle and AFT President Randi Weingarten. Bloomfield Education Association President Gail Jorden attended to represent Connecticut teachers.

Connecticut legislators have joined CEA in the push to repeal WEP/GPO—federal provisions that reduce or eliminate retired teachers’ Social Security benefits. In a letter to federal elected officials legislative leaders explain why repeal is so important.

Hundreds of students, families, and teachers rallied last night in front of Enfield Town Hall fighting back against proposed budget cuts that would eliminate at least 121 teaching positions, slash elective classes including art and music, and decimate afterschool clubs and sports.

Watch a video message from CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey.

CEA leaders are joining NEA directors and leaders from education associations across the country this week in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Congress to champion teachers’ priorities. 

Teach about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the help of lesson plans, activities, teaching guides, printables, and more from NEA.