(WFSB) – A new survey conducted by the Connecticut Education Association in collaboration with Channel 3 has shed light on growing concerns among educators in Connecticut.
The survey, which collected insights from over 800 teachers, highlights significant issues related to student behavior and classroom disruptions.
Jen Rodriguez, a first-grade teacher, reported a noticeable increase in behaviors that the state classifies as challenging.
“You’re seeing a definite increase in what the state defines as challenging behavior. That disrupts their own learning and others in the classroom,” Rodriguez said.
The survey reveals that many Connecticut educators are dealing with students who are increasingly stressed, distracted, and dysregulated.
According to the survey, 44% of teachers have reported being threatened by students.
Additionally, nearly 500 teachers have had to evacuate their classrooms due to safety concerns or disruptions.
Rodriguez expressed concerns about the adequacy of teacher training for managing such behaviors.
“There’s a general …