NEWS & INFO

More than 200 CEA members and public education supporters turned out at Glastonbury Hills Country Club for a day on the links at the annual Hands Across the Green golf tournament to benefit the Connecticut Education Foundation, CEA’s charitable arm.

Attorney General William Tong announced that a U.S. District Court judge has granted a temporary restraining order that blocks the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants.

CEA has announced the endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont for a third term.

Hundreds of educators came together to take part in the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council’s annual symposium, Empowered to Lead, a day of camaraderie, inspiration, and professional learning. The theme of this year’s event was Rooted in Purpose: Catalysts for Change.

AI tools offer teachers a number of ways to save time, but they come with risks that educators need to evaluate carefully. This summer, CEA is offering an AI Summer School with pop-in virtual sessions designed to help educators explore the opportunities, challenges, and realities of Al in education.

Join Reps. Jennifer Leeper and Aimee Berger-Girvalo and Senator James Maroney for a conversation on the impact of classroom technology on students’ learning with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, the author of The Digital Delusion.

Come to the Asian American Pacific Islander Education Symposium for important dialogue about what inclusive education looks like and what it takes to build it. Topics will include youth violence prevention, multilingual learner experiences and updates, and the use of student data.

This August through September, the CT State Department of Education is offering a free Paraeducator Preparation Academy that includes six weeks of in-person instruction with Spanish language assistance, test preparation materials, test-fee waivers, and mentorship following program completion—all at no cost.

As a member of a CEA commission or committee you can share your ideas, work with other members from around the state, and help shape the Association and your profession for years to come.

Tom Nicholas, a dear friend and colleague to many teachers and a former CEA leader, passed away on July 14. A Manchester school social worker, Nicholas held numerous union positions at the local, state, and national levels.

Nothing says summer like a day at the beach or a night at the ballpark—exactly the agenda for more than 100 fans who turned out for CEA’s Teacher Appreciation Day Party Deck at the Yard Goats home stadium last weekend.

We’ve all seen the budget battles that divide towns, threaten educators’ jobs, and drain precious resources our students need to succeed. Here’s your chance to create lasting change in how school funding decisions are made.

This July, NEA Member Benefits is giving 10 members a $500 Visa gift card to help stock their classrooms for the upcoming school year. Enter the giveaway today.

Thanks to NEA advocacy, a federal judge has ruled against a move to deny student loan forgiveness to educators and others who stand up for diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, gender-affirming care, immigrant rights, and more.

When it comes to summer, reading may not be the first thing—or even in the top 10 things—kids have in mind! But reading can be the ideal summer activity. Use these resources to launch a summer of reading.

More than a dozen distinguished educators were guests of honor at a CEA reception celebrating excellence in education, communication, and community-building.

After a year of hard work you’ve earned a summer of fun—and CEA is here to help you make the most of it. As a member, you have access to exclusive discounts on everything from amusement and adventure parks to athletic events and museums.

In the two years since new state guidelines have gone into effect, most aspects of teacher evaluation are running smoothly, but in some districts, the tiered support structure and its implementation have caused confusion.

When one parent took issue with a lesson by a Trumbull social studies teacher and a social media witch hunt ensued, the Trumbull Education Association and CEA stepped in to defend the teacher and push back on the superintendent’s public criticism.

For CEA-member delegates to the NEA Representative Assembly, the holiday weekend was a special one with elections for NEA leadership positions, speeches from educators and NEA leaders, and consideration of New Business Items.

One hundred and twenty-five CEA members are joining nearly 7,000 educators from around the nation in Denver, Colorado, this week for the 2026 NEA RA. Connecticut delegates are traveling across the country to take part in the world’s largest democratic deliberative body and the top decision-making body for NEA’s nearly 3 million members.

To help educators incorporate more literature reflecting the viewpoints and experiences of the more than twenty percent of our population with visible or non-apparent disabilities, NEA has curated a searchable booklist of more than 150 titles. 

Join one or all four sessions of CEA’s virtual AI Summer School designed to help educators investigate the opportunities, challenges, and realities of Al in education.

Hosted by the Teacher Leader Fellowship Academy in partnership with CEA, the 10th annual Teacher Leader Forum brought together educators and administrators for a day of learning, connection, and collaboration.

The Connecticut State Department of Education is offering discounts at a variety of local businesses to all school staff again this summer. 

In the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, Jessica Smith from The Connection Institute for Innovative Practice offers tips for how to use summer effectively to recharge and combat burnout. 

The administration’s continued shift of the U.S. Department of Education’s key functions to other agencies draws sharp criticism by educators, parents, and others concerned that students with disabilities could lose critical support and protections.

In an Eyewitness News interview that aired this week, CEA’s president discusses the complex role of an educator, the state of education in Connecticut, and the work that needs to be done to keep our schools strong.

If you’re a first-time home buyer or purchasing in a targeted area of the state, check to see whether you qualify for the Connecticut Teachers Mortgage Assistance Program.

During the school year, you’re laser-focused on your students and your work responsibilities. But come summertime, you finally have a chance to focus on you.

Teachers can always use additional financial resources to support their work, and the NEA Foundation offers three different grants to educators looking to innovate and grow.

Whether you’re looking for books to read with students or have children at home to read with, try these titles to learn more about the history of the holiday.

Help inform and improve cell phone policies in schools by participating in a national study to help researchers better understand student personal device policies and how they work in practice.

Dressed in rainbow colors and handing out candy to paradegoers, CEA members turned out for the state’s largest Pride parade with a simple message: LGBTQ students and staff belong in Connecticut schools.

On CEA’s podcast, Greenwich teacher Joy Colon talks about her experience as a special education teacher, her work on CEA’s REDAC Commission, and the many other ways she serves her community.

CEA joins coalition of State Education Association leaders urging Democratic governors to reject Trump’s federal voucher scheme.

NEA Member Benefits has a new discount available to CEA and NEA members. NEA Shop & Dine helps educators save with restaurant discounts, digital gift cards, and cash back on everyday shopping.

CEA’s third annual job fair brought educators and hiring managers together under one roof for a day of meaningful in-person connections and career opportunities. Held with the goal of helping CEA Aspiring Educators find their first job and experienced professionals start their next chapter, the event drew recruiters from across the state and attendees seeking new beginnings.

Sometimes public schools and teacher prep programs can feel like separate silos, each operating entirely independently of the other—but other models are possible. Bridgeport educator Michael Brosnan was recently recognized for his work collaborating across preK-12 and higher education by the National Association for School-University Partnerships.

Did you know that many benefits available to NEA and CEA members are also available to your family? Get the most out of your membership by encouraging your family members to enjoy savings on car purchases, insurance, vacations, and more.

All CEA members are eligible to receive NEA Complimentary Life Insurance at no cost—but many members haven’t named a beneficiary.

As the Connecticut Education Foundation plans the fourth annual CEA Celebrates Education and Advocacy Gala, CEF is looking to honor members who are committed to both unionism and public education.

Join CEA Member Benefits six-week Healthtrax Health and Wellness challenge and get free gym access, virtual health and wellness support, and a chance to win weekly prizes up to $500!

Access to quality resources for teaching about Pride—at any time of year—is essential. When students learn about LGBTQ+ history and the significance of Pride, they are more likely to respect and accept all individuals, no matter what they look like, their gender identity, or who they love.

Making plans for summer travel? Don’t forget the advantages that come with your NEA and CEA membership. From unforgettable cruises to expertly guided tours, the NEA Travel Program makes it easy for educators to plan memorable getaways.

On the latest episode of CEA’s podcast, New Haven Federation of Teachers President Leslie Blatteau discusses education funding and why new approaches are needed.

At the annual CEA Aspiring Educator Program Apple Banquet, future educators were honored for their commitment to four core values: educator quality, community engagement, political action, and racial and social justice.

The Connecticut Education Foundation, CEA’s charitable arm, is hosting its annual golf tournament to benefit Connecticut children in need on July 13, and all CEA members are invited to participate and support CEF.

“You may be retired from the classroom, but you’re not retired from public trust,” Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas told CEA-Retired members gathered for their annual business meeting.