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About CEA We Are CEA CEA advocates for teachers and public education. We've been a driving force in lobbying legislators for the resources public schools need and campaigning for high standards for teachers and students. Our proud history spans more than 150 years. Learn More CEA Representative Assembly The CEA Representative Assembly (RA), held each May, is CEA's highest policy-making body. Committees and Commissions Membership involvement is vital to CEA's mission. As a member of a CEA commission or committee, you are part of the process. Connecticut Education Foundation CEF is a non-profit, charitable foundation that was established in 1991 to help teachers and children with extraordinary personal hardships and students planning teaching careers. Elections CEA is a democratic organization. Our members play an important role in determining the direction and focus of the Association through several elected governing bodies. Grants and Awards CEA offers a variety of grants and awards in the following categories: Public Relations Human and Civil Rights John McCormack Award for Teaching Excellence NEA Annual Meeting and Representative Assembly The National Education Association Representative Assembly (RA) is NEA's highest decision-making body. With over 9,000 delegates, it is also the world's largest democratic, deliberative body. Our Leadership Team Learn about the responsibilities of CEA's Executive Officers and Management staff. Our Publications CEA produces print and online publications on a regular basis for its members. Check out our issues of the CEA Advisor and Association Conntact. Issues CEA News and Headlines Read the latest education news and information from CEA. Indoor Air Quality The U.S EPA has developed an innovative program - Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Tools for Schools - to help schools identify and address indoor air quality problems. Media Gallery Watch our various TV ads and video highlights captured throughout the year. Press Releases Check out our indexed collection of press releases distributed for the current year. Media Contacts Nancy Andrews, Director of Communications (860) 725-6317 nancya@cea.org Member Benefits Members Documentation and Reports Member Sections Retirement Information Uniserv Representatives Board Reports Download monthly board reports from our executive officers and management staff. CEA Policies Policy and procedure documentation for members of CEA's Board of Directors. Forms and Documentation Downloadable forms for staff and non-staff members - including expense vouchers, mileage reports and County Council meeting reports. Meeting Request Form Schedule a meeting at CEA Headquarters using this online form. Building Reps Education news, tips and handouts for your 10-minute meetings, teacher discounts and special offers, and answers to commonly asked questions. CEA-Retired The driving principle behind CEA-Retired is to provide retired members an organization that works in conjunction with CEA to improve retirement, pension, and health benefits. CEA Student Program CEASP offers unique opportunities in professional development, community outreach, leadership, and networking with future teachers all over the state. Local and NEA Affiliates Visit our local and national affiliate websites — created and shared by your colleagues. Local Presidents Resources and information for local presidents. Treasurers & Membership Chairs Information for treasurers and membership chairs regarding annual local and NEA dues, taxes, enrichment grants and more. Retirement Information This section contains research articles and resource information generated by CEA and external sources regarding your retirement and pension. Uniserv Regional Office Staff Directory listing of Uniserv Representatives assigned to each unit. Uniserv Areas Listing of areas assigned to each Uniserv Representative. Uniserv Office Directions Directions to our Norwalk, Norwich, Trumbull, Waterbury and Windsor offices. -- Negotiations Contracts CEA keeps the contracts for all the school districts in Connecticut so they are available to CEA members at any time. Contract Language CEA keeps contract language organized by which town(s) have the language and which do not, so you can compare benefits among districts. Research CEA keeps reports on wealth and tax statistics, interest arbitration awards, health and welfare benefits, and others, to support negotiations. Salary Schedules CEA maintains salary schedules, minimum and maximum salary rankings, and other reports for all towns in Connecticut. Legislation and Politics Current News We're anywhere your issues require us to be. At the state legislature, before regulatory agencies, in the media, in your schools, and with state and local politicians. 2020 Teachers' Priorities This section focuses on key topics of interest affecting public education for the current year and legislative session. Find Your State Legislator Use this application to look up your Connecticut state representative and senator. Legislator Report Card Find out where the candidates for office stand on issues of importance to you. Political Resources Use these political resources to stay in touch and get informed for some of today's most important issues. Shiny Apple, Rotten Apple Are your state legislators supporting students, teachers, and public education or are they working hard against everything you believe in? Teacher Advocate Grassroots (TAG) Team Learn about our group of active and retired teachers who advocate for public education. Written Testimony Read the testimony that CEA has given for current Legislative session. Professional Issues Certification New Teachers Professional Learning Special Education Teacher Safety Teacher Education and Mentoring (TEAM) Applying For Certification Whether you're applying for your first certificate, a renewal, or the next level of certification, CEA can help make the process easy. Basic Certification Information Learn about Connecticut's three-tiered certification continuum and its core requirements. Certification News A collection of local and national news stories and information on teacher certification. Maintaining Your Certificate Information and resources on how to keep your teaching certificate up-to-date New Teachers Whether it's your first time in the classroom or your sixth year, we are here with all the resources early-career professionals need. We've got classroom management and professional development ideas. We've got more ways to stretch your hard-earned dollars. And we've got your back. Professional Learning Academy CEA Professional Learning Academy offers a wealth of professional development opportunities for teachers, aligned with Connecticut's professional learning standards. Virtual Workshops CEA Generated Research Research articles and resources dealing with court cases and information related to special education. External Resources Links to the CT State Department of Education and other outside resources. Workshops A variety of Special Education workshops presented by Robyn Kaplan-Cho, CEA Retirement Specialist. In the News Timely state and national media pieces related to teacher safet.y Model Contract Language Consider whether your local association may want to negotiate any of these model contract provisions. Reporting Forms and Related Resources Model assault forms that can be used in your district or modified to fit your members' needs. State Statutes Key state laws related to assaults on staff. Workers' Compensation State laws and forms to be used if you are injured at work. Workshops These workshops can be presented to local associations or during professional development days by CEA staff at no charge. Information and Resources for TEAM The Teacher Education and Mentoring Program (TEAM) is a two year induction program for beginning teachers that includes mentorship and professional development. Beginning teachers participating in the program are assigned a trained m...