South Windsor
Education Association
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today - 06/09/23
End-of-Year Celebration at Shea's ~ Honoring Retirees
Event starts @ 3:00
with Rep Council Meeting to begin around 4:30Recognition on this years' retirees during our final
Rep Council MeetingFresh, hot food to be served continuously throughout the afternoon and evening
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE THERE TO CELEBRATE THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
legislative wins for educators
Though the there is still more to accomplish, there are now numerous bills passed at the end of the legislative session that are aimed to improve working conditions.
Click here to learn more about the wins for teachers.
Congratulations retiree class of 2023
As your well-deserved retirement approaches, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your exceptional commitment and dedicated service throughout your illustrious careers. Your impact as educators has left an indelible mark on the lives of countless students, shaping their minds, nurturing their dreams, and igniting a lifelong love for learning. While we bid farewell to your daily presence in our school hallways, please know that your impact will forever be cherished.
Once again, we thank all of you for your remarkable contributions, and may your retirement be filled with the love and appreciation you so greatly deserve.
- SWEA
Congratulations and best wishes in retirement go to:
Mark Laraia (Pleasant Valley)
Donna Veo (Pleasant Valley)
Tamara Carey (Eli Terry)
Leonora Donofrio (Orchard Hill)
Susan Elliott (Timothy Edwards)
Raymond McCarthy (South Windsor High School)
Patricia Morrissey (South Windsor High School)
Norman Smith (South Windsor High School)
Nancy Wimer (South WIndsor High School)
CEA-Union-11x17-3.pdfWhat you gain with swea/cea
Top-Ten-Reasons.pdfTop 10 Reasons to Join
Strong-Union-vs-Weak-Union-Flyer-Aug-2022.pdfStrong v.Weak unions
CEA Representative Assembly
SWEA attends the 175th CEA-RA as delegates and voted on various business, amendments and budgetary items
RED-for-ed day of Action
04/27/23 -
A successful day at the capital in response to failed House Bills
Click here to read more about #RedforEd Day of Action
IT'S NOT OVER - What can you do to continue advocating for items in proposed House Bills 6884 and 6881?
Yankees/red sox tix
The 2023 MLB season has begun and CEA is offering discounted tickets for specified Teacher Appreciation Days
Click HERE for more information
CEA Virtual Retirement Workshops
CEA is offering retirement workshops to help navigate the complicated post-teaching world. The workshops offer help understanding and planning your retirement. The following dates are the workshops offered this school year.
Click on a date to access information and registration forms:
Reactions to Legislators breakfast
Click here to read more
CEA's Campaign to highlight the postive impact of teachers
Visit, Because of a Teacher to see the impact teachers have made on people's lives and careers
Email From Eppler
"Greetings All,
Hopefully you all received the below email from CEA. Not only is this an important topic for all teachers, but it carries a bit of extra importance to SWEA, as you will notice one of the two endorsed candidates is long time South Windsor teacher, SWEA member, and SWEA treasurer Bill Myers. Having seen the work Bill did for many years firsthand, SWEA knows what an asset for teachers he would continue to be on the State Teachers' Retirement Board. Please make it a priority to cast your vote and let your voice be heard when the upcoming opportunity presents itself. " Matt
Cast your vote for State Retirement Board.
Click here to learn more about the candidates.
Swea Event - Lena's
Thanks to all who attended the SWEA event at Lena's last evening. It was a great to laugh and connect with friends and colleagues from every building in the district.
Applications Open
$2,000 CEA Award for
Teaching Excellence
$2,000 CEA Award for
Teaching Excellence
To find out more and apply click here
The Sun to your school
The Connecticut Sun is holding monthly drawings for a chance for K-6 teachers to win a free basketball clinic for their students.
CEA responds to survey Results
CEA leaders and elected officials gather together to focus on solutions ahead of the 2023 legislative session.
swea represents and wins!
On July 11th SWEA executive board members proudly participated in the 27th annual,
CEA Hands Across the Green charity golf tournament.
SWEA represented well by winning the event against more than 35 teams from various school districts around the state.
Various people-of-note in attendance were CT Governor Ned Lamont, Kate Diaz (CEA President), and John Hackett (former SWEA President)
THANK YOU!
Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, played and coordinated last Saturday's fantastic fundraising golf event
at East Hartford Golf Club.
The weather was glorious and
East Hartford Golf Club was once again a terrific host.
Click Here (or visit the Annual SWEA Events tab) to check out:
Tournament Results
Raffle Basket Winners
Pictures from the event
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Statement from Education Stakeholder coalition
Condemning attacks against CT educators regarding curriculum. Click Here
Sepember 21st, 2021
A press release from CEA
CEA launched a new advertising campaign- Connecticut Public Schools Teachers: Stronger Than Ever.
September 17th, 2021
Friday evening over 125 colleagues, friends and family from all over the district enjoyed a wonderful evening at the final home game of the Yard Goats season.
Thank you for a terrific turnout and a fantastic evening!
-SWEA
-SWEA
Sepember 3rd, 2021
Welcome Back Celebration
Thanks to all that attended Friday afternoon's welcome event at Shea's in Manchester. It was a fantastic time laugh, relax and reconnect with the entire educational community of South Windsor. The outdoor venue hosted teachers and administration from schools across the district as well as administration from Central Office. It was terrific seeing everyone there and reemphasized the strength of our community.
August 25th, 2021
Welcome Back to the 2021-2022 School Year
A special welcome to all the new teachers across our schools participating in the New Staff Orientation today.
March 13, 2021: South Windsor Teacher "Thank You" Day
TC Teacher Appreciation.pdfCEA ELECTIONS: Get to know the candidates- click here.
From the President:
This is a must see video with the President of Manchester's teacher union.
Covid-19: What Are My Rights?
Visit the CEA Legal Blog to view webinars about your rights as they pertain to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Returning to school: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Returning-to-School-Q-A-Finalv3.pdfDo you know of outstanding contributors to the education profession? Consider nominating a colleague, community member, or team for a CEA Grant or Award!
(click the link above for more information and to complete your nomination)
Grants-and-Awards-flyer.pdf