WE ARE:  K-12 Educators, Education Support Professionals, Retired Employees, College Students, K-12 Substitute Teachers, K-12 Charter School Employees, College/University Faculty, K-12 School Principals, College University Classified Staff, & Members on Leave

Taking the Lead | So Every Student Thrives

The Colorado Education Association works collectively to provide the best public education for every student.
Founded in 1875, CEA works collectively to provide the best public education for every student. We promote quality public education and advocate for the professional interests of public education employees. CEA has led statewide advocacy efforts in recent years to restore adequate funding to Colorado public schools and to emphasize time for learning and teaching in the classroom above excessive standardized testing
The Colorado Education Association (CEA) is a voluntary membership organization of more than 35,000 K-12 teachers and education support professionals, higher education faculty and support professionals, students preparing to become teachers, and retired educators. Association membership is open only to public education employees.
CEA is a state affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA), America's oldest and largest organization dedicated to advancing the cause of public education. Founded in 1857, NEA proudly claims affiliates in all states with more than three million members who work at every level of education, from pre-schools to universities.

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One Voice
Educators, are the experts when it comes to making sure every school in Colorado meets the needs of its students and the community it serves.  Together, we can advocate for opportunity, student success and quality in every public school.
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

~ Nelson Mandela ~