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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.

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@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 7, 2026, 5:52 PM

When a Glastonbury teacher faced issues with her 403(b) contributions, her union stepped in to help. “It was a relief to have that support and not need to handle the issue all on my own.”

@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 6, 2026, 8:36 PM

The U.S. Treasury has released guidance on Trump’s Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, and the picture it paints for public schools and students is bleak.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 1:11 PM

Like other voucher programs, the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit will benefit the few at the expense of most public school students. Connecticut must say no to vouchers. cea.org/novouchers

@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 9:47 PM

The The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced guidance concerning the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit—the Trump administration's voucher scheme that will drain resources from our public schools and communities. Say no to vouchers.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 3:37 PM

Your CEA membership comes with discounts on everything from from Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce and Great Wolf Lodge to UConn Football—plus plenty of opportunities to catch a great show. Check out all the upcoming theater and comedy deals.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialOct 1, 2026, 9:50 PM

If you’re working under a certification endorsement that is considered a shortage area you may be eligible for benefits such as loan forgiveness and deferral and mortgage assistance. Find out more: cea.org/connecticut-...

CT Educator Shortage Areas 2026-27

Bilingual Education, preK-12
History & Social Studies, 4-12
Mathematics, 4-12
Special Education, preK-12
School Library & Media Specialist, preK-12
School Psychologist, preK-12
Science, 4-12
Speech & Language Pathologist, preK-12
Technology Education, preK-12
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), preK-12
World Languages, 4-12
@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 7:43 PM

The CEA-Retired Fall Meeting brought together retired educators, CEA leaders and staff, and special guests, to talk about the state of retirement security for CT educators as well as other priorities for educators across the career continuum.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 29, 2026, 8:38 PM

Education advocates, health professionals, and lawmakers say there have been important steps forward to improve school indoor air quality in CT, but that more must be done to ensure all schools comply with state law when it comes to IAQ standards. @aftct.bsky.social

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 28, 2026, 4:02 PM

Private equity is expanding its reach into K-12 education, and the Trump administration’s Federal Scholarship Tax Credit threatens to solidify the privatization of public school services at an entirely new scale.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 25, 2026, 2:57 PM

Private equity was catastrophic for Connecticut health care, and now it’s coming for public schools. Read CEA President Kate Dias's op-ed in today's CT Insider.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 23, 2026, 12:11 AM

Teachers, parents, advocates, and local leaders, including CEA President Kate Dias, came together yesterday for a roundtable discussion with U.S. Representatives
@delauro.house.gov and Adelita Grijalva on the impact of federal policies on CT schools. @aftct.bsky.social

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 21, 2026, 11:57 PM

Twenty-five years after 9/11, CT teachers are helping a new generation understand the day through powerful personal stories—including the story of passengers stranded in Newfoundland after their flights were rerouted.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 17, 2026, 9:44 PM

Join us for a conversation on classroom technology, student attention and mental health, school safety, cell phone policies, and more. CEA Secretary Gail Jorden will take part in the moderated panel discussion.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 15, 2026, 2:05 PM

To help celebrate and educate about the contributions of Hispanic Americans, check out the list of curated resources, books, lessons, videos, activities, and more compiled by NEA.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 11, 2026, 8:50 PM

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, many teachers are ensuring the generation born after the attacks understands the significance of that day. On WNPR's Where We Live, Darien teacher Jennifer Ladd shares her personal memories of that day and why it's so important to teach students about 9/11.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 10, 2026, 10:19 PM

How can educators and communities ensure Asian American and Pacific Islander students feel like they belong in classrooms and school communities? That was the focus of a panel discussion with high school students at the 4th Annual CT Asian American & Pacific Islander Education Symposium.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 9, 2026, 8:18 PM

Friday, November 6, join fellow educators and supporters at the forth annual CEA Celebrates Gala at the Omni New Haven Hotel. This special evening features a cocktail reception, dinner, dancing, and awards. All funds raised benefit CEF’s impactful programs.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 6:36 PM

How is screen time really affecting student learning? Join fellow CEA members for a three-part book club exploring The Digital Delusion, by Jared Cooney Horvath. The first 20 CEA members who register get a free book!

@ceateachers.bsky.socialSep 4, 2026, 1:09 PM

Teachers’ unions are instrumental to the success of our students, and on September 22, CEA President Kate Dias will make that case as part of a timely Dialogue Project conversation hosted by 92NY’s Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact.

@ceateachers.bsky.socialAug 31, 2026, 8:12 PM

Every August brings new teacher orientations to districts across CT, and CEA's governance team traveled across the state to attend 65 of them. Glastonbury has nine new teachers this year, and CEA Secretary Gail Jorden joined members of GEA's executive board to welcome them to the district.

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