Without teachers, there would be no doctors, artists, innovators, leaders, inventors, or other teachers! We're thankful for all that do! 🎓

Connecticut is making remarkable progress in expanding our educator workforce. Through strategic initiatives and collaborative partnerships, we are actively working to enhance the availability and quality of educators across our state!

It was a wonderful day at @nfaschool, where social studies teacher Jessica Chapman was surprised to learn she is the 2024 CT recipient of the @Milken Educator Award!

Thank you to everyone who made our Special Education Summit a success! The summit on “Belonging” brought together, educators, families, students, as well as national, state and local leaders to share perspectives on the status of special education in Connecticut. From an inspiring student panel to expert perspectives, the event was a powerful reminder of our commitment to ensuring the 92,000 students with disabilities in Connecticut are not just accommodated but celebrated. Special thanks to @GovNedLamont, Paraeducator of the Year Keysha Evans, our student panelists, our exceptional moderator @wherewelive's Catherine Chen, and national and state experts. Together, we’re building a Universe of Opportunity for ALL students in our state!

This evening, @EducateCT and the @CTTOYCouncil hosted the annual Teacher of the Year Award Ceremony to celebrate our 2025 Connecticut Teacher of the Year, Julia Miller, our district Teachers of the Year, and 2025 Ann Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year Keysha Evans. These remarkable educators exemplify the heart, resilience, and commitment found in classrooms across Connecticut. Congratulations to all of these deserving educators!

Commissioner @CharleneRTedu joined @LGSusanB, Superintendent Semmel, and other state and local leaders to celebrate the 2025 Ann Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year recipient, Keysha Evans! Paraeducators play a vital role in supporting all students, thank you Keysha for your dedication to this profession and congratulations on this well-deserved statewide honor! Please see the press release for more info: portal.ct.gov/sde/press-room…

Connecticut Education Commissioner @CharleneRTedu today announced that Julia Miller, a civics teacher at Metropolitan Business Academy in New Haven, has been named Connecticut’s 2025 Teacher of the Year—the state’s highest honor recognizing exceptional educators. Commissioner Russell-Tucker, alongside State Board of Education Vice Chairperson Erin Benham, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker, Superintendent Dr. Madeline Negrón, and other state and local officials, recognized Miller with the announcement during a school assembly to celebrate her award. The event brought together students, teachers, and school staff to honor Miller's remarkable contributions to education. Congratulations, Julia - we look forward to having you represent ALL the amazing teachers across our state! Read more here: portal.ct.gov/sde/press-room…

Proud to have LEAP featured in the Summer Education Leadership issue of @ASCD. LEAP, our research-based home visiting program that identifies and partners with families to improve student attendance and family engagement, is featured here on page 6: ascd.org/el/from-absent-to-e…