Neither the 1099-Q or the 1098-T are required to be entered into your tax return.
If your 1099-Q disbursement was entirely used for Education Expenses, you don't need to enter it; just save it for your records.
If Box 1 (Tuition) on the 1098-T is larger than Box 5 (Scholarships), you may qualify for an Education Credit, so should enter this in your return.
It's usually not beneficial for the student to report any education stuff in their return, as they won't qualify for the full Education Credit. Plus they may not be required to file a return anyway.
In Connecticut, an Education Trust Fund Distribution refers to CHET. CHET is a state-sponsored, tax-advantaged 529 college savings plan that's helping families and individuals plan for the cost of higher education, so this is particular 529 plan that may not apply to you.
Here's more info on Form 1099-Q and instructions on How to Enter a 1098-T.
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