On March 25, following the Stay-at-Home Public Health Orders issued by Boulder County Public Health, Jefferson County Public Health and Tri-County Health Department, Gov. Polis and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued a Stay-at-Home Order for the entire state of Colorado. The three local health departments rescinded the local Orders then adopted
March 26, 2020 NEA calls Congress’ latest COVID-19 package another crucial step forward Bill aids educators, students, and schools, but more will be needed WASHINGTON —The nation’s largest union, the National Education Association representing more than 3 million educators, has been steadfast in advocating for immediate financial support and regulatory relief for educators, students, and
Read answers to the most frequently asked questions of Colorado Education Association with regards to legal issues surrounding support professionals and COVID-19.
Today Denver Mayor Hancock issued an Executive Order for Denver residents to “Stay at Home.” We anticipate more counties and municipalities will follow and will keep you posted as we learn more. This order does not exempt Education Support Professionals aka “classified” staff who live in Denver from attending work. For the purposes of this
Governor Polis issued an executive order suspending in-person learning in public and private schools across the state from March 23 to April 17. We will continue to keep you informed as we learn more about the impacts of this Executive Order. You can read more here: https://www.colorado.gov/governor/news/colorado-takes-further-action-address-public-health-threat-covid-19. We will be posting resources to our JESPA
On March 14, the House passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) by a vote of 363-40—the first of what is likely to be a series of bills. The House of Representatives passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) to provide free coronavirus testing for everyone and paid emergency leave. The
We are working hard to provide answers to your questions and clarify any concerns our Jeffco Education Support Professionals have regarding the COVID-19 school closure. We have reached out to the district with proposed contractual language in the form of a Memorandum of Understanding. This MOU would clarify in writing that all employees will be
The CEA Equity Council for Race and Culture is soliciting Racial and Social Justice centered artwork from Association members and friends of public education for the Annual Silent Art Auction at CEA’s Delegate. Assembly on April 24 & 25, 2020. This year the Art Auction proceeds will go to the CEA Equity Council for Race
