Connecticut Schools

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) and state Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker have notified the Trump administration that they will not end diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in their schools. In doing so, they risk losing hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding.

Connecticut lawmakers are advocating for legislation that would help to improve air quality in public schools.

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont wants to continue funding for the state’s Learner Engagement and Attendance Program.

A group of students from New Haven high schools testified in Hartford on Wednesday in favor of more state funding for education.

More than 50 Connecticut cities and towns have called for Gov. Ned Lamont and the state General Assembly to increase education funding.

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and Governor Ned Lamont hosted a discussion with students at Wethersfield High School. Lamont said he’s interested in stronger policies to protect students’ mental health around phone use.

Connecticut lawmakers may require local and regional boards of education to establish policies regarding students' use of phones and other technology.

Connecticut lawmakers will vote in a special session next week on allocating $40 million for immediate special education funding in schools.

Connecticut state education officials have voted to intervene in operations at Bridgeport Public Schools, which is facing a major budget deficit and low student success rates.

Dr. Royce Avery is inheriting a district in turmoil. A recent union survey revealed that 80% of teachers had considered leaving the district — and the district is running at a $38 million deficit.