From the commentary: Parents are witnessing the fallout from these political attacks on teachers as districts resort to substitutes and larger class sizes because they can’t hire enough staff.
"When speaking to groups, I continue to state my belief that teaching remains the greatest profession that exists," writes Regional Superintendent Kyle Thompson. "That said, we need help."
Goodwin, located in East Hartford, wanted a change in the law that would allow its teachers to be part of the state’s Teachers Retirement System, or TRS.