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What CT public education needs to work on, according to educators at State Capitol summit
- Educators at the State Capitol summit pressed for higher starting pay to improve retention.
- Panelists cited teacher shortages and funding gaps as top challenges in Connecticut public schools.
- Panelists urged more bilingual and Latino representation in education leadership and panels.
- Educators called for policies to diversify hiring and improve exit interviews for teachers of color.
- There was a push for statewide policy banning cellphones in schools to reduce distractions.
- Participants highlighted the need for more student counseling and special education resources.
- DEI policies were championed by lawmakers and educators as essential for equity in education.
- Panelists urged protections for teachers against political changes and FOIA exposure.
- The summit released 2026 legislative priorities from CEA, AFT, CAPSS, and CABE.
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