Connecticut Education Association
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CEA is the largest advocate for public education in Connecticut. Our members include K-12 public school teachers, retired teachers, and college students studying to become teachers.
Join us for a webinar at 6pm tonight to hear from a Cambridge Credit Counseling expert how your existing repayment plan and any new loans will be impacted.
Major Student Loan Changes: Get Your Questions Answered
A number of significant changes were recently made to student loan borrowing and repayment that will affect many teachers. Join CEA member benefits partner Cambridge Credit Counseling for a webinar to...
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February 11, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Join us for a webinar at 6pm tonight to hear from a Cambridge Credit Counseling expert how your existing repayment plan and any new loans will be impacted.
@agwilliamtong.bsky.social secured an agreement ensuring schools can continue promoting equal access to education through policies that recognize the value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Tong Protects Nearly $400 Million for Connecticut Students
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong has secured an agreement to prevent the Trump Administration from withholding nearly $400 million in federal education funds from the state and local district...
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February 9, 2026 at 9:32 PM
@agwilliamtong.bsky.social secured an agreement ensuring schools can continue promoting equal access to education through policies that recognize the value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
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Check out our Take Action Toolkit for ways you can protect students, unions, and public education.
Protect Our Students and Schools: Check Out CEA’s Take Action Toolkit
As public schools across Connecticut face mounting pressure from proposed federal funding cuts, educator shortages, and escalating attacks on immigrant, LGBTQ+, and other vulnerable students, CEA has ...
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February 6, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Check out our Take Action Toolkit for ways you can protect students, unions, and public education.
"We appreciate the governor’s commitment to universal preschool, free school breakfast for all students, the creation of a Blue Ribbon Commission on K-12 schools to review funding, and efforts to reduce distractions by implementing a bell-to-bell cell phone ban," said CEA President Kate Dias.
2026 Legislative Session Begins with Big Stakes for Public Education and Educators
Legislators are back in Hartford, and Governor Ned Lamont kicked off the 2026 legislative session with his State of the State Address.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:09 PM
"We appreciate the governor’s commitment to universal preschool, free school breakfast for all students, the creation of a Blue Ribbon Commission on K-12 schools to review funding, and efforts to reduce distractions by implementing a bell-to-bell cell phone ban," said CEA President Kate Dias.
“I think it is ironic that they are calling for my resignation for doing exactly what I am duly elected to do, which is to protect the interest of teachers, public education, and students,” CEA President Kate Dias said.
Senate Republicans call for CT teachers union president to resign over ICE post
“The statement is 100% false, wrong, irresponsible and blatant fear-mongering,” Republicans said in a release.
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February 4, 2026 at 3:06 PM
“I think it is ironic that they are calling for my resignation for doing exactly what I am duly elected to do, which is to protect the interest of teachers, public education, and students,” CEA President Kate Dias said.
School counselors play an essential role in schools, helping students manage emotions and behaviors, learn interpersonal skills and academic achievement strategies, and collaborating with families and teachers to ensure student success.
More Than a Thank You: National School Counseling Week Is a Call to Action
School counselors play an essential role in schools, helping students manage emotions and behaviors, learn interpersonal skills and academic achievement strategies, and collaborating with families and...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:28 PM
School counselors play an essential role in schools, helping students manage emotions and behaviors, learn interpersonal skills and academic achievement strategies, and collaborating with families and teachers to ensure student success.
Connecticut teachers are standing strong in support of @educationmn.bsky.social today and joining in a day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools.
ICE Has No Place in Schools: Connecticut Educators Take Action and Support Minnesota
Teachers are standing strong in support of Education Minnesota and joining in a day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools.
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January 23, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Connecticut teachers are standing strong in support of @educationmn.bsky.social today and joining in a day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools.
Please take a short survey to help CEA create PD tailored to your needs and interests.
Help Us Build PD That Works for You
Please take a short survey to help us create professional development tailored to your needs and interests.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Please take a short survey to help CEA create PD tailored to your needs and interests.
Where will you be on January 27? Don't miss out--join us at 6pm to stay informed, inspired, and ready to act. cea.org/countypalooz...
January 21, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Where will you be on January 27? Don't miss out--join us at 6pm to stay informed, inspired, and ready to act. cea.org/countypalooz...
Educators across Minnesota are taking part in a statewide day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools. Let’s stand in solidarity with our @educationmn.bsky.social colleagues by wearing blue. #ICEOutSchools
Stand in Solidarity: Wear Blue to Support Minnesota Educators this Friday
Educators across Minnesota are taking part in a statewide day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools. Let's stand in solidarity with our colleagues by wearing blue.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Educators across Minnesota are taking part in a statewide day of action to demand that ICE stay away from schools. Let’s stand in solidarity with our @educationmn.bsky.social colleagues by wearing blue. #ICEOutSchools
In every community, there are educators who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to social justice issues. Does this describe you or a colleague you know?
Honor Changemakers in Education: Nominations Open for CEA’s Human & Civil Rights Awards
In every community, there are educators who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to social justice issues, such as LGBTQ+ support and awareness, promoting equal opportunity and equity, and creating d...
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January 15, 2026 at 10:06 PM
In every community, there are educators who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to social justice issues. Does this describe you or a colleague you know?
Do you believe that reading for pleasure can change students’ lives—but struggle to find the time, resources, or support to make it a consistent part of your school day? The National Book Foundation’s Teacher Fellowship is designed for educators like you.
Now Open: A National Fellowship for Middle and High School Teachers Who Inspire a Love of Reading
Do you believe that reading for pleasure can change students’ lives—but struggle to find the time, resources, or support to make it a consistent part of your school day? The National Book Foundation’s...
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January 14, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Do you believe that reading for pleasure can change students’ lives—but struggle to find the time, resources, or support to make it a consistent part of your school day? The National Book Foundation’s Teacher Fellowship is designed for educators like you.
Each year, CEA recognizes local associations, individual members, and community partners who make the teaching profession shine.
Nominate yourself or a colleague! cea.org/get-recogniz...
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January 12, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Each year, CEA recognizes local associations, individual members, and community partners who make the teaching profession shine.
Nominate yourself or a colleague! cea.org/get-recogniz...
Nominate yourself or a colleague! cea.org/get-recogniz...
The prolonged government shutdown had wide-reaching effects—one of the worst of which was the lapse of SNAP benefits for tens of millions of Americans. To help those at risk of going hungry, CEA made a $1,000 donation to Foodshare and also launched a challenge.
Beyond the Classroom: Teachers Nourish Their Communities
The prolonged government shutdown this fall had wide-reaching effects on nearly every aspect of society—one of the worst of which was the lapse of SNAP benefits for tens of millions of Americans. To h...
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January 9, 2026 at 8:20 PM
The prolonged government shutdown had wide-reaching effects—one of the worst of which was the lapse of SNAP benefits for tens of millions of Americans. To help those at risk of going hungry, CEA made a $1,000 donation to Foodshare and also launched a challenge.
Since 2021, the Stamford Education Association has been battling back against high school schedules that shortchange students and educators. Last night—after five years of nonstop organizing and advocacy—they prevailed.
V Is for Victory
Since 2021, the Stamford Education Association has been battling back against high school schedules that shortchange educators and students. Last night—after five years of nonstop organizing and advoc...
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January 8, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Since 2021, the Stamford Education Association has been battling back against high school schedules that shortchange students and educators. Last night—after five years of nonstop organizing and advocacy—they prevailed.
Join a statewide, virtual gathering of CEA members on January 27 and get the tools, insight, and inspiration you need to make a real impact this year.
Start 2026 Informed, Inspired, and Ready to Act
Join a statewide, virtual gathering of CEA members on January 27 and get the tools, insight, and inspiration you need to make a real impact this year.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:56 PM
Join a statewide, virtual gathering of CEA members on January 27 and get the tools, insight, and inspiration you need to make a real impact this year.
Recent changes to federal student loan policy are threatening to shut the door on graduate education for thousands of teachers, nurses, social workers, and other essential professionals.
When Washington Walks Away, Connecticut Steps Up for Public Service Graduate Students
Recent changes to federal student loan policy are threatening to shut the door on graduate education for thousands of teachers, nurses, social workers, and other essential professionals. In response, ...
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January 6, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Recent changes to federal student loan policy are threatening to shut the door on graduate education for thousands of teachers, nurses, social workers, and other essential professionals.
“It was an overwhelming feeling not only to bear witness to this historic event but also to know that we played a key part in it and that repeal has improved the lives of millions of Americans,” says CEA President Kate Dias.
One Year Later: How WEP/GPO Repeal Changed Teachers’ Lives
One year ago today, teachers and public servants secured a historic win: the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset. When President Biden signed the Social Security...
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January 5, 2026 at 9:45 PM
“It was an overwhelming feeling not only to bear witness to this historic event but also to know that we played a key part in it and that repeal has improved the lives of millions of Americans,” says CEA President Kate Dias.
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The Connecticut Education Association seeks a Union Representative / Labor-Relations Specialist (UniServ Representative) to be based in Connecticut. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @ceateachers.bsky.social @neatoday.bsky.social
December 29, 2025 at 10:13 PM
The Connecticut Education Association seeks a Union Representative / Labor-Relations Specialist (UniServ Representative) to be based in Connecticut. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @ceateachers.bsky.social @neatoday.bsky.social
"As you head off to winter break, we hope you’re able to step away from the day-to-day demands of school and fully embrace a well-earned break."
A Holiday Message from Your CEA Leaders
As you head off to winter break, we hope you’re able to step away from the day-to-day demands of school and fully embrace a well-earned break.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:39 PM
"As you head off to winter break, we hope you’re able to step away from the day-to-day demands of school and fully embrace a well-earned break."
CEA-Retired members give back in lots of ways, from staying active in the classroom and collecting sock donations for unhoused neighbors to wrapping up gifts for CEF's Holiday Bear Project and decorating a tree to support art education programs.
Retired Educators Greet the Season of Giving
For proof that educators are educators for life, look no further than CEA-Retired. “You can take the teacher out of the classroom—sort of, sometimes!—but you can’t take the classroom out of the teache...
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December 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
CEA-Retired members give back in lots of ways, from staying active in the classroom and collecting sock donations for unhoused neighbors to wrapping up gifts for CEF's Holiday Bear Project and decorating a tree to support art education programs.
From T-shirts, coats, and sweatshirts to hats, onesies, umbrellas, travel mugs, and blankets, CEA's swag store has something for everyone. And you can feel good knowing that your purchases support the Connecticut Education Foundation. cea.org/looking-for-...
Looking to Treat Yourself This Holiday Season?
From T-shirts, coats, and sweatshirts to hats, onesies, umbrellas, travel mugs, and blankets, CEA's swag store has something for everyone. Shop for yourself, colleagues, and family members, and feel g...
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December 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM
From T-shirts, coats, and sweatshirts to hats, onesies, umbrellas, travel mugs, and blankets, CEA's swag store has something for everyone. And you can feel good knowing that your purchases support the Connecticut Education Foundation. cea.org/looking-for-...
“Student teaching exploits aspiring educators for the work they do in classrooms—requiring them to work without pay for up to 40 hours a week, for months at a time, all while paying full tuition prices in order to do so,” said CEA Aspiring Educator Program Chair Hannah Spinner.
“I Lived in My Car”: Why Unpaid Student Teaching Is Driving Aspiring Educators Out of the Profession
A new survey and policy brief released by the CEA Aspiring Educator Program underscore the financial hardship and deterrent to becoming an educator that unpaid student teaching represents.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:43 PM
“Student teaching exploits aspiring educators for the work they do in classrooms—requiring them to work without pay for up to 40 hours a week, for months at a time, all while paying full tuition prices in order to do so,” said CEA Aspiring Educator Program Chair Hannah Spinner.
Educators play a critical role in keeping schools safe, and an upcoming virtual session offers a timely opportunity to learn, ask questions, and be heard. Join the Dept. of Emergency Services and Public Protection for virtual School Safety Office Hours tomorrow at 3:30 p.m.
Join the Conversation on School Safety and Security
Educators play a critical role in keeping schools safe, and an upcoming virtual session offers a timely opportunity to learn, ask questions, and be heard. Connecticut’s Department of Emergency Service...
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December 16, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Educators play a critical role in keeping schools safe, and an upcoming virtual session offers a timely opportunity to learn, ask questions, and be heard. Join the Dept. of Emergency Services and Public Protection for virtual School Safety Office Hours tomorrow at 3:30 p.m.