NEWS & INFO

“Politicians need to be reminded: There’s 43,000 of us, and we all vote,” said CEA-Retired member Lisa Tryon who joined dozens of other active, retired, and aspiring CEA members at the State Capitol for CEA Lobby Day to make sure legislators heard teacher priorities loud and clear.

On the latest episode of CEA’s Podcast, Dr. Miguel Cardona discusses career pathways, the need for investments in public schools, the role of testing in education, and more.

As scores of educators prepared to meet with lawmakers this afternoon in a #RedForEd day of action to push for key education measures, CEA held a press conference outside the State Capitol to articulate those priorities and the need for both passage and funding.

Do you have expertise in an area that would help other educators excel? Present at our Election Day Professional Development conference November 3, 2026.

The Connecticut legislature is considering important legislation to strengthen fair process protections for Connecticut educators, and lawmakers need to hear directly from you.

From now through August 31, first-time active teachers can join CEA without paying dues until September 1. Try out union membership and experience the value, support, and community that comes with being part of your local and statewide union.

“With just over one month left in the legislative session, it’s the loudest voices that will get heard,” CEA President Kate Dias told members who attended CEA’s March Madness Virtual County Forum last night. She encouraged local leaders to schedule back-home meetings, respond to CEA action alerts, and come to CEA Lobby Day.

At CEA’s Summit on Diversity nearly 100 educators from across the state joined together for a powerful day of connection, leadership, and storytelling focused on equity and belonging in education.

Do you have a vision for a standout new educator orientation but you need a little support to bring it to life? CEA is offering a limited number of $500 grants to help local associations create welcoming, engaging experiences for new members.