AFT Connecticut is a labor federation of 29,000 hard-working teachers and school support staff, nurses and healthcare workers, higher education faculty and public service workers from more than 90 local unions throughout the state.
Member Awards
We know that AFT members are heroes who are reclaiming the promise every day, and they deserve our recognition! Click here to cast your vote for members here in Connecticut who have been nominated for AFT national awards by April 20.
Common Core Survey
A new task force that includes six teachers who are AFT Connecticut members is working to resolve issues resulting from shoddy implementation of new teaching standards. Click here to take a survey and tell them what PreK-12 education professionals need to make Common Core actually work in their classrooms.
Talking About the Common Core
Teachers and parents came together for the latest in a series of ongoing community forums to discuss issues with implementation of new education standards and their impact on student learning. Click here to watch and share a short video with highlights.
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Put the Brakes on High Stakes!
Educators must be trained and equipped to help their students master a new approach to student learning. Click here to tell state and federal education department leaders to support a moratorium on assessments connected to the Common Core
