Connecticut State Department of Education

Teacher of the Year Ceremony
Due to inclement weather, the Teacher of the Year Ceremony has been postponed to December 16, 2025 from 5-7pm. Doors will open at 4pm. The Ceremony will take place at the Bushnell Theater in Hartford, and the order of events will remain the same.

Professional Support Webinar Series for Districts

Executive Orders and Education


Review of the executive orders issued by Governor Lamont as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact on schools, boards of education and school districts. Followed by FAQ on those topics relevant to the executive orders, including: 180 Days and the Length of the School Year; Teacher Evaluations; Assessments and Testing; School Class Cancelations; Freedom of Information Act; Social Distancing; Continuing Educational Opportunities; and Budget Timelines.

Presenter: Jessa Mirtle, Legal Director

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