Happening now: #NewHavenTeachers prez @leslieblatteau.bsky.social joins advocates in @ctforall.bsky.social, state lawmakers to urge gov & #CTGeneralAssembly leaders act to #FundOurFutureCT in special session this fall. #TheCTDifference @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
October 1, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Happening now: #NewHavenTeachers prez @leslieblatteau.bsky.social joins advocates in @ctforall.bsky.social, state lawmakers to urge gov & #CTGeneralAssembly leaders act to #FundOurFutureCT in special session this fall. #TheCTDifference @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
"key stakeholders" haven't been asked for feedback." www.middletownpress.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
Middletown Board of Education cuts positions to help close budget gap for next school year
The aerospace teacher was a proposed cut, however, the board restored it and asked leaders to recruit more students.
www.middletownpress.com
July 1, 2025 at 3:17 PM
"key stakeholders" haven't been asked for feedback." www.middletownpress.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
“ Teachers across Connecticut are attending conferences and workshops to learn the new techniques, the latest brain-based science and the science of reading, and all of the other techniques that we need to keep ourselves current and to keep our practices efficient and effective,”;
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
CT sues Trump admin. to restore $53.6M in federal education funds
The money was earmarked for the 2025-26 school year, meaning CT school districts would soon have to figure out how to adjust their budgets.
ctmirror.org
July 15, 2025 at 2:19 PM
“ Teachers across Connecticut are attending conferences and workshops to learn the new techniques, the latest brain-based science and the science of reading, and all of the other techniques that we need to keep ourselves current and to keep our practices efficient and effective,”;
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
"The cuts signify a mismanaged budget:" www.thehour.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
Norwalk Board of Education to vote on budget, including massive cut of 130 positions
The Norwalk school board is set to vote on a budget that is expected to result in the loss of about 130 positions requiring many layoffs.
www.thehour.com
June 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
"The cuts signify a mismanaged budget:" www.thehour.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
"As a teacher, I believe that people can always learn. I am hoping that they realize after this emotional board meeting that the school community supports an outcome that is different than what was being planned for." #FundOurFutureCT
Norwalk school board prepares to meet again for budget vote that could cut 130 positions in district
“The city will continue working with the superintendent to address student and family concerns,” Mayor Harry Rilling said.
www.thehour.com
June 9, 2025 at 4:40 PM
"As a teacher, I believe that people can always learn. I am hoping that they realize after this emotional board meeting that the school community supports an outcome that is different than what was being planned for." #FundOurFutureCT
"These funds are critical for student and teacher support, academic enrichment, English learners, summer and after-school programs, and much more, and without this funding, K-12 schools everywhere"; www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #FundOurFutureCT
CT schools set to lose some $50M after Trump administration's funding freeze: 'A huge crisis'
"This fall, over a million kids could have no after school option," U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy said.
www.ctinsider.com
July 3, 2025 at 3:08 PM
"These funds are critical for student and teacher support, academic enrichment, English learners, summer and after-school programs, and much more, and without this funding, K-12 schools everywhere"; www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #FundOurFutureCT
"Our state of Connecticut should be doing more to create a forcefield around our kids and around our schools and pushing resources into those schools, because we know the threats at the federal level are only going to take resources away.";
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
CT teachers and advocates complain about cuts to public schools, blame state lawmakers
Now that the state legislative session is over and public schools in Connecticut didn’t get the funding they were hoping to receive, some school superintendents are moving forward with plans for layof...
www.wshu.org
July 18, 2025 at 2:28 PM
"Our state of Connecticut should be doing more to create a forcefield around our kids and around our schools and pushing resources into those schools, because we know the threats at the federal level are only going to take resources away.";
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
“We want to urge the governor to take immediate action without delay in a special legislative session.” #FundOurFutureCT @hft1018.bsky.social @aflcio.org
Connecticut teachers and union leaders urging governor and lawmakers to fund education
Federal budget cuts could affect all students, impacting not only K–12 schools but also higher education.
www.wfsb.com
August 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
“We want to urge the governor to take immediate action without delay in a special legislative session.” #FundOurFutureCT @hft1018.bsky.social @aflcio.org
SEIU District 1199NE President Rob Baril on #EquityAgenda: "Our unity is our one source of strength. We want bold investments that avoid a race to the bottom. Together we are a movement that is unstoppable and that is fighting for a CT For All" #FundOurFutureCT @seiu.org
January 14, 2025 at 3:14 PM
SEIU District 1199NE President Rob Baril on #EquityAgenda: "Our unity is our one source of strength. We want bold investments that avoid a race to the bottom. Together we are a movement that is unstoppable and that is fighting for a CT For All" #FundOurFutureCT @seiu.org
“The Board of Education intends to formally accept the $6 million proposed by Senator (Bob) Duff and me to reinstate the Music and Arts programs, along with other student-facing positions agreed to with the unions,” ; www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-06...
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
Norwalk schools and city agree to last-minute budget deal saving music teachers
Norwalk teachers concerned about the future of their positions can now breathe a sigh of relief. The city and the board of education agreed to a budget deal allowing the school district to keep its el...
www.ctpublic.org
June 17, 2025 at 3:04 PM
“The Board of Education intends to formally accept the $6 million proposed by Senator (Bob) Duff and me to reinstate the Music and Arts programs, along with other student-facing positions agreed to with the unions,” ; www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-06...
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
"It’s because pay equity isn’t there, our facilities have not been maintained and [are] underfunded.” #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
New Haven Public Schools short dozens of teachers to start 2025-2026 school year
As a new school year kicks off, the New Haven school district is still short by dozens of teachers. District officials say progress is being made, however.
www.fox61.com
August 28, 2025 at 3:06 PM
"It’s because pay equity isn’t there, our facilities have not been maintained and [are] underfunded.” #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
“We reject the idea that there’s only so much to go around—especially when the numbers show otherwise:” ctmirror.org/2025/05/31/c... #FundOurFutureCT @ctforall.bsky.social
Opinion: A chance for CT to unite and invest, not divide and cut
The state has a projected $2.3 billion surplus. We reject the idea that there’s only so much to go around —especially when the numbers show otherwise.
ctmirror.org
June 2, 2025 at 5:47 PM
“We reject the idea that there’s only so much to go around—especially when the numbers show otherwise:” ctmirror.org/2025/05/31/c... #FundOurFutureCT @ctforall.bsky.social
"While we acknowledge the challenges of leading a diverse school district, Dr. Estrella's decision-making has consistently prioritized optics over substance...image & data collection over the real needs of students, educators & school communities:" www.thehour.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
Vote delayed on Norwalk's $13M in school cuts after parents, students slam district in fiery meeting
A vote on $13 million in school budget cuts was postponed a week after parents and students slammed Norwalk district officials in fiery meeting Tuesday night.
www.thehour.com
June 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
"While we acknowledge the challenges of leading a diverse school district, Dr. Estrella's decision-making has consistently prioritized optics over substance...image & data collection over the real needs of students, educators & school communities:" www.thehour.com/news/article... #FundOurFutureCT
Rep. Jillian Gilchrest on the need for an #EquityAgenda: "Our current fiscal policies have created CT's working poor. That will continue to happen unless we do something. It's tone deaf and an insult to our residents to say that CT is on good fiscal footing." #FundOurFutureCT
January 14, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Rep. Jillian Gilchrest on the need for an #EquityAgenda: "Our current fiscal policies have created CT's working poor. That will continue to happen unless we do something. It's tone deaf and an insult to our residents to say that CT is on good fiscal footing." #FundOurFutureCT
#NewHavenTeachers gather to welcome nat'l @aft.org prez @rweingarten.bsky.social to local schools to observe local #CareerTechEd & Title I-supported initiatives targeted for cuts by @whitehouse47bot.bsky.social & Congress. #FundOurFutureCT @aftteach.bsky.social @ctforall.bsky.social
September 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM
#NewHavenTeachers gather to welcome nat'l @aft.org prez @rweingarten.bsky.social to local schools to observe local #CareerTechEd & Title I-supported initiatives targeted for cuts by @whitehouse47bot.bsky.social & Congress. #FundOurFutureCT @aftteach.bsky.social @ctforall.bsky.social
Defend #UConnNation! Tell #GovNedLamont that @uconn.bsky.social students, @uconnhealth.bsky.social patients & their families are counting on him to invest in, not cut, #HigherEd, research & healthcare. #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @afthighered.bsky.social @aaup.bsky.social @uconnaaup.bsky.social
May 29, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Defend #UConnNation! Tell #GovNedLamont that @uconn.bsky.social students, @uconnhealth.bsky.social patients & their families are counting on him to invest in, not cut, #HigherEd, research & healthcare. #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @afthighered.bsky.social @aaup.bsky.social @uconnaaup.bsky.social
“Our state workforce is the backbone of public safety, infrastructure, education and health — and the first line of defense when federal resources are held back,”; #FundOurFutureCT
A CT child tax credit in 2026? Advocates vow to resume battle
Advocates say new reports will help make their case for a CT child tax credit by emphasizing hefty tax burdens and a high cost of living.
ctmirror.org
July 3, 2025 at 3:53 PM
“Our state workforce is the backbone of public safety, infrastructure, education and health — and the first line of defense when federal resources are held back,”; #FundOurFutureCT
"District leaders had proposed to cut 130 positions to close a $13.2 million budget gap and about 53 teachers were told they would not return to their current positions next school year." #FundOurFutureCT
Norwalk school board postpones budget vote — again — but appears to have 'saved' 61 jobs
About 61 positions were restored in the latest budget proposal, after a total of 80 were ready to be cut.
www.thehour.com
June 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
"District leaders had proposed to cut 130 positions to close a $13.2 million budget gap and about 53 teachers were told they would not return to their current positions next school year." #FundOurFutureCT
"Our best talent is sitting in our classrooms, and we inspire those kiddos every single day, no matter what because that's what we are here for. Not because it's our job, it's because it's what we love to do."
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT
New Haven teachers union contract is set to expire soon. What do educators want in the new one?
The current contract is set to expire on June 30.
www.nhregister.com
September 25, 2025 at 7:23 PM
"Our best talent is sitting in our classrooms, and we inspire those kiddos every single day, no matter what because that's what we are here for. Not because it's our job, it's because it's what we love to do."
#FundOurFutureCT
#FundOurFutureCT