Question 1

Finance and Audit Standing Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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The Finance and Audit Standing Committee addresses the financial stability of CEC and recommends to the Board of Directors the action to be taken on the annual program plan and budget. Other duties relate to the review of financial policies. The Committee is chaired by the Treasurer. The President Elect also serves as a member of the committee.NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationJennifer Lesh, Ph.D., Treasurer & ChairAssociate Professor, Lynn UniversityFL2025Ben Tillotson, President ElectAdult Disability Arts Director, University of Utah Tanner Dance ProgramUT2025Darla Gundler, M.A. Associate Director, Early Childhood Personnel Center (ECPC)MA2025Diana Morales, Ph.D.Adjunct Professor, Lynn UniversityFL2025David Royer, Ph.D.Assistant Professor, University of LouisvilleKY   2026Brad MillsAssociate Professor and Special Education Program Coordinator, Fayetteville State UniversityNC2027Vacant    View the Committee Position Description View the Treasurer's Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 2

Finance and Audit Standing Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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The Finance and Audit Standing Committee addresses the financial stability of CEC and recommends to the Board of Directors the action to be taken on the annual program plan and budget. Other duties relate to the review of financial policies. The Committee is chaired by the Treasurer. The President Elect also serves as a member of the committee.


	Yvonne Bui, Chair (CEC Treasurer)
	Dennis Cavitt (CEC President Elect)
	Julie Bost
	April Miller
	Cindi Nixon
	Laura Nugent
	Jane Quenneville


Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 3

Leadership Development Committee (Sept. 1 - Aug. 31)

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The charge of the Leadership Development Committee is to Identify, recruit, and develop a well-qualified and diverse pipeline of volunteers for leadership positions, responsive to the current and future needs of CEC. Name  Professional Role State/Province Term Expiration Karen Akom, Ed.D., Co-Chair Director of Field Operations, Virginia Commonwealth University RRTC’s Center on Transition Innovations VA 2026 Marissa Kase, Ed.D,  Co-Chair Exceptional Student Education Teacher, Palm Beach County School District (Grade levels 1st through 5th) FL 2026 Tammy Barron, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Western Carolina University; Special Education Administrator at WCU’s Laboratory School NC 2026 Pam Peterson, M.S.Ed. Special Education Consultant, Souris Valley Special Services ND 2026 Ashaki Budden, M.Ed., Vice Co-Chair Crisis Intervention Teacher, Eastern Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) NY 2027 Dake Zhang, Ph.D., Vice Co-Chair Associate Professor, Rutgers University NJ 2027 Taylor Gibbons, M.Ed. Special Education Teacher, North Ridgeville City Schools OH 2027 Christina “Tina” Wagner, M.Ed. Case Manager/Special Education Teacher, EDGE (Enhanced Digital and Guided Education) Middle School Program OR 2027 Nicole DeClouette, Ph.D. Professor of Special Education, Georgia College & State University GA 2028 Ashley Enz, M.S., Ed.S. Special Education Administrator, Blue Valley School District KS 2028 Robert Pennington, Ph.D., BCBA-D Bryan T. Williams Endowed Chair in Special Education Technology, University of Kentucky KY 2028 Natasha Veale, Ph.D. Professor of Special Education; Dean, School of Social Sciences and Education, Greensboro College NC 2028  View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison.Read the 2022 Annual ReportRead the 2021 Annual Report.Read the 2020 Annual Report.Read the 2019 Annual Report and 2019 Top Achievements.Read the 2018 Annual Report.

Question 4

Leadership Development Program Subcommittee

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Charge: Organize, implement, and evaluate volunteer leadership training and orientation programs; create communications plans and marketing/promotional activities and events related to volunteer leadership within CEC; and to facilitate attracting, preparing and retaining volunteer leaders within CEC units and divisions. NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationLaKisha Stanley, M.Ed., Co-ChairDHH Special Student Services, Cobb County School District (Leadership CEC 2022-23 Cohort Member)GA2026Jennifer B. Webb, Ph.D., Co-ChairChair, Department of Education, Associate Professor of Education, Malone UniversityOH2026Keita "Kay" Rone Wilson, Ph.D.Assistant Professor, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Educational Curriculum and InstructionLA2027Gianna Marshall, M.A.Program Specialist, Academics, University of Iowa REACH Program (Leadership CEC 2023-24 Cohort Member)IA2027Briana Bronstein, Ph.D.Assistant Teaching Professor, Weidner UniversityPA2028Jennifer A. Sears, Ph.D.Associate Professor, Elementary and Special Education, University of North Georgia (Leadership CEC 2023-24 Cohort Member)GA2028Regina Frazier, Ex Officio, Leadership CEC 2024-25Cohort MemberGraduate Assistant, Virginia Union UniversityEvelyn Reid Syphax School of EducationVA2026Thai Williams, Ex Officio, Leadership CEC 2024-25Cohort MemberDoctoral Candidate, UNC-Charlotte, Department of Special Education and Child DevelopmentMT2026Regina Frazier, M.Ed.(Leadership CEC 2024-25Cohort Member)Ex Officio, Non-VotingGraduate Assistant, Virginia Union University,Evelyn Reid Syphax School of EducationVA2026Thai Williams, Ph.D.(Leadership CEC 2024-25Cohort Member)Ex Officio, Non-VotingAssistant Professor, Department of SpecialEducation and Rehabilitation Counseling, UtahState UniversityUT2026 View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 5

Honors Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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The Honors Committee selects the recipients of the CEC Professional Awards. The Honors Committee also periodically reviews the CEC Awards program and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for enhancements. NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationMina Chun, Ph.D.Assistant Professor, California Lutheran UniversityCA2025Monique Evans Newsome, M.A.Coordinator II Special Education, Dekalb County School DistrictGA2025Clarisa Elliott, B.A.Education Specialist- Low Incidence Disabilities, Education Service Center, Region 15TX2026Melissa Gilliam, Ed.D.Special Education Coordinator, Delaware Public SchoolsDE2026Nicholas Newton, M.A.T.Special Education Consultant, Hardin County SchoolsKY2027Samantha Scott, Ph.D.Lecturer in Special Education, Department of Education and Human Development, Clemson UniversitySC2027 View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 6

Policy Steering Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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Charge:Develop recommendations for consideration by CEC’s Board of Directors with regard to special education legislative and regulatory issues at the national level and provide information to units that may be relevant at the state or local level.  Assist CEC in ensuring that the organizations’ position statements are current, relevant, reflect CEC’s mission and values and adhere to CEC’s Principles and Guidelines for Developing Position Statements.Stay informed about policy and legislative issues related to the education of infants, toddlers, children, and young adults with exceptionalities.NOTE: Day-to-day public policy functions are conducted by staff and consultants, reporting to the executive director. The committee will be provided with updates on impending or emerging issues. Members:NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationLisa Goran, Ph.D.,Co-chair    Director of Teacher Education and Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Special Education, College of Education & Human Development, University of MissouriMO2025Angelica Ramirez, M.Ed.Exceptional Student Education Lead Administrator, Detroit Public School Community DistrictMI2025William Jeffreys, M.Ed.(practitioner)*Director of Special Education, Pottstown School DistrictPA2026Elizabeth Zagata, M.A.(higher ed)*Doctoral Candidate, University of ConnecticutCT2026David F. Bateman, Ph.D.(higher ed)*    American Institutes for ResearchVA2027Gary F. Puhl III, Ed.D.(practitioner)Director of Special Education, Wayne County RESAMI2027*Beginning with appointments made in 2024, one practitioner and one higher education representative will be selected to fill the two committee vacancies each year. View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 7

Professional Standards and Practice Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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Charge: Ongoing review and support of professional standards, including their implications for CEC members and others involved in the education of children and youth with exceptionalities;Provide input to the Board of Directors regarding CEC policies and activities related to professional standards;Recommend and review professional standards and skillsets for adoption, revision, and/or development; andDevelop guidelines and other materials to assist the field in meeting CEC professional standards.Members: NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationDee Berlinghoff, Ph.D., Chair    RetiredNC    2025Joanne Murphy Van Boxtel, Ph.D.Associate Professor/Faculty Director for Special Education, Vanguard University, School of EducationCA2025Jessica Bass, M.Ed.Education Consultant, J & A Bass Consulting, LLCDE2026Megan Purcell, Ph.D.Clinical Associate Professor and ECEEN Program Coordinator, Purdue UniversityIN2026Midge SimmonsAssistant to the Dean, School of Education & Behavioral Sciences, Wayne State CollegeTX2026Ashley Barkel, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Practice, University of ArizonaAZ2027Alex Keesling, M.A.ASD Teacher Consultant, Genesee Intermediate School DistrictMI  2027 View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 8

Representative Assembly Committee (July 1 – June 30)

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The Representative Assembly Committee advises the presiding officer of the Representative Assembly (the CEC President) on procedures, formats, and field-based issues for Assembly meeting discussions or online input opportunities. Other duties include approval of Assembly meeting minutes, conducting orientations and online discussions, and determining eligibility for courtesy resolutions.


	Jenn Katz-Borrin, Chair
	Kelly Carrero
	Anthony England 
	Cheryl Wold


Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 9

Student and Early Career Committee (July 1 – June 30)

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The Student and Early Career Committee advises the Board of Directors on ways to recruit, mentor, and support individuals entering the profession, especially those from diverse backgrounds, and enhance the experience of student and early-career CEC members. It also plans and conducts a Student and Early Career Special Educator Forum and/or other events relevant to students and early-career teachers at the annual CEC Convention & Expo, providing opportunities for student attendees to engage with CEC in order to improve their practice, network with peers, and maximize their experience. (PS) = Pre-service; (EC) = Early Career NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationAbby Camara (PS)Co-Chair Special Education Teacher, Kent Intermediate School District, Grand Rapids, MichiganMI  2026Sarah Hornback, B.S. (EC)Co-Chair Special Education Teacher, Chancelight Behavioral Health, Graduate Student, Ball State UniversityIN  2026Anna Ballard (EC)Special Education Inclusion Teacher Reynolds Middle School, Prosper Independent School District, Prosper TXTX2027Emily Ellis (PS)Undergraduate Student, Winthrop UniversitySC2027Danalyn Garcia (EC)Special Education Teacher, Chicago Public SchoolsIL2028Emily Wilmoth (PS) Undergraduate student at University of PittsburghPA2028View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.  “Serving on the Student and Early Career Committee has provided me with the opportunity to collaborate with passionate educators across the country to support preservice and early career teachers in special education. Through this work, I have been able to exchange ideas, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and empower new teachers to thrive in their roles.”- Christina Fligner, Graduate Student

Question 10

Yes I Can Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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The Yes I Can Committee publicizes the Yes I Can Awards to ensure outstanding entries; seeks and solicits nominations; evaluates the nominees for each category; select recipients; and periodically reviews award categories and criteria. NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationEmily Hardeman, Co-ChairGraduate Student, University of TexasTX  2025Michelle Buchanan, Co-Chair Clinical Instructor, University of Central ArkansasAR  2025Acer Pitas-PiloResource Teacher/ConsultantMT2026Nakia CottonEducational Leader & ConsultantGA2026Keishana BarnesAssistant Professor of Special Education, University Of MemphisTN2027René SalyerDoctoral Student Pennsylvania State UniversityPA2027View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 11

Publications Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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Committee ChargeJournalsRecommend editorial policy of CEC’s two journals to the CEC Board of DirectorsOversee journal editor selection (for approval by CEC Board of Directors)Provide feedback on annual reports of editorsProvide general oversight and support for the editorsEnsure the high quality of CEC journals as a trusted source of research findings that support and enhance advances in the field and facilitate putting research into practiceEnsure equity in editor and reviewer selection, as well as in published authorsPublications and ProductsGeneral oversight of books other publications published and sold by CECDirect a regular needs assessment, market research and product evaluation to set publishing prioritiesRecommend strategies for solicitation, review, and approval of new publications, as well as ongoing review of current publications’ viabilityMonitor the relationships between CEC publications; specifically, potential issues of overlap, competition, and/or, redundancyPromote equity and engagement of diverse members in publications-related activitiesIncorporate input from subject matter experts as needed to ensure diversity of ideas and topics in publicationsMembersMeredith Walling (Co-Chair)Charmion RushSandy WhiteChris BernickElizabeth HarkinsMarcus FullerPatricia HampshireView the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 12

Division Relations Committee (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31)

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Committee ChargeServe an advisory function to the Board of Directors and staff on the mutual implication and impact of activities of CEC and divisions.Facilitate collaboration and communication among divisions and between divisions and CEC.Provide leadership to enhance the functioning and benefits offered by divisions and the diversity of the association’s members.Make proposals to enhance structural, functional and policy relations between CEC and divisions and among/within divisions.Facilitate division member recruitment, engagement and retention initiatives.Act as a facilitator in resolution of disputes among divisions.Review division annual reports and ensure compliance with all CEC policies.MembersNameDivision Size RepresentedProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationParthenia Cogdell, M.A., Co-ChairSmallRetiredNJ    2025Chelsea Guillen, M.A.., Co-ChairLargeEarly Intervention Ombudsman, EI Training Program, University of Illinois  IL  2025Kathleen Farrand, Ph.D.    SmallHigher Education FacultyAZ2026Margaret Weiss, Ph.D.LargeHigher Education FacultyVA2026Dana Kan, Ph.D.SmallHigher Education FacultyTN2027Alfred W. Daviso, Ph.D.LargeHigher Education FacultyOH2027View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 13

Development Committee (Jan 1 -Dec 31)

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Committee Charge:   Promote and enhance the educational, advocacy, and outreach goals of CEC by planning and overseeing a development program.Create awareness within the CEC membership, stakeholders, divisions/units as fundraising teams, external partner organizations.Create ongoing communication with donors and potential donors; shape development strategies and plans; monitor results against the development plan.Ensure that the organization is investing strategically and appropriately in its fundraising program.Develop and regularly review policies and procedures (including ethical standards and organizational accountability) for all development activities of CEC.MembersNameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationBill Bogdan, Ed.D., ChairEducational Leadership ConsultantVA2025Kurt Hulett, Ph.D.Special Education Consultant and AuthorTX2025Danielle Kovach, Ed.D.Special Education Teacher, Tulsa Trail Elementary SchoolNJ2025Susan Fowler, Ph.D.Professor Emerita, University of Illinois, Department of Special EducationIL2024Jennifer Lesh, Ph.D.Associate Professor, Exceptional Student Education, Lynn UniversityFL2024Denise Griffin, Ed.D.Special Education Teacher, Little Axe High SchoolOK2026Laural Jackson, EDLGrants Manager and Education Consultant, Delta/Greely School DistrictAK2024Luann Purcell, Ed.D.ConsultantGA 2026 View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 14

Convention Program Advisory Committee (The operating cycle of the PAC is dependent on the dates of the annual Convention & Expo)

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ChargeThe Convention Program Advisory Committee (PAC) is an advisory group assists CEC staff with the planning and development of the annual convention program. The PAC is responsible for bringing a comprehensive and balanced program that will provide the highest quality professional development that addresses the varied interests and needs of convention attendees. Along with CEC staff, the PAC works to improve the quality and diversity of presentations and improve the convention program planning process. The PAC Co-Chairs represents a practitioner working in a school or early intervention agency and an individual from academia. The committee is comprised of a representative from each of the Council's special interest divisions and other individuals selected by CEC staff based on expertise and convention program topic area. Each division selects its own representative to serve as a member of this advisory group. Members and Division/Topical Area RepresentedJoe DeMarsh, Co-ChairDavid Peyton, Co-ChairJessica Perdue, Co-ChairJennifer Webb, Co-ChairMabel Rivera, Board LiaisonKindel Mason, Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE)Ramona Lee, Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE)Emily    Smith, Council for Educational Diagnostic Services, (CEDS)Lonna Moline, Division for Emotional and Behavioral Health (DEBH)Lauren Collins, Division for Emotional and Behavioral Health (DEBH)Autumn Bauer, Complex and Chronic Conditions: The Division for Physical, Health and Multiple Disabilities (CCC)Cate Smith, Complex and Chronic Conditions: The Division for Physical, Health and Multiple Disabilities (CCC)Barb Melnychuk, Division of Leaders and Legacy (CEC-DLL)Michelle Cumming, Division for Research (CEC-DR)Jason Chow, Division for Research (CEC-DR)Jordan Shurr, Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (DADD)Angi Stone-MacDonald, Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (DADD)Susan Harvey, Division of Visual and Performing Arts Education (DARTS)Nick Solomon, Division for Communication, Language, and Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DCD)Dale Matusevich, Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT)Stacie Dojonovic, Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT)Julie Esparza Brown, Division for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional Learners (DDEL)William Proffitt, Division for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional Learners (DDEL)LaShorage Shaffer, Division for Early Childhood (DEC)Serra Acar, Division for Early Childhood (DEC)Jennifer Ward, Division of International Special Education and Services (DISES)Nicci Dowd, Division of International Special Education and Services (DISES)Brooke Moore, Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD)Adam Graves, Division on Visual Impairments and Deafblindness (DVIDB)Kathleen Stanfa, Division on Visual Impairments and Deafblindness (DVIDB)Sam Choo, Innovations in Special Education Technology Division (ISET)Mikyung Shin, Innovations in Special Education Technology Division (ISET)Katie Lewis, The Association for the Gifted (TAG)Andy Markelz, Teacher Education Division (TED)Brannan Meyers, Teacher Education Division (TED)Tammy Barron, Collaboration and Inclusive PracticesSteph Boyer, MaltreatmentLisa Goran, Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)Kim Kramer, Parent/Family/School Partnerships (PFSP)Jennifer DeWaard, Parent/Family/School Partnerships (PFSP)Paul Riccomini, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 15

Diversity Committee (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)

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The Diversity Committee is charged with providing leadership and guidance on ways to promote and support inclusivity, equity, and justice. This includes developing, reviewing, and recommending programs and resources that are supportive to the CEC membership; especially, those from marginalized, historically underserved, and underrepresented populations. CEC views diversity to include identity markers such as race, ethnicity, culture, language, dialect, age, ability, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion/spirituality, geographic location, national origin, education, and professional role. NameProfessional RoleState/ProvinceTerm ExpirationTameka Burroughs, Ed.D., Co-ChairSpecial Education Department Chair, Fairfax County Public Schools / VCU VA2025Carlos Lavin, Ph.D., Co-Chair Assistant Professor, College of Charleston SC2025Nicole Green, M.Ed.Special Education Teacher, Scarsdale Middle SchoolNY    2026Nikita McCree, Ph.D.Post Doctoral Fellow, University of MissouriMO2026LaSheba W. Hilliard, Ed.D. Assistant Professor of Teaching, University of MemphisTN2027Maling Marino, Ed.D. Special Education TeacherGA2027View the Committee Position Description Contact the committee staff liaison with questions or for more information.

Question 16

Finance and Audit Committee

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Question 17

Professional Standards and Practice Committee

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Question 18

Yes I Can Committee

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Question 19

Policy Steering Committee

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Question 20

CEC Convention Co-Chair for 2023-2024 Program Advisory Committee

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Deadline for applications: March 9, 2022

 

This is YOUR Leadership Opportunity!

 

The Council for Exceptional Children seeks a Program Co-Chair for the 2023 (Louisville, KY) and 2024 (San Antonio, TX) CEC Convention and Expo, to lead the Convention Program Advisory Committee (PAC). The Convention Program Co-Chair will play a pivotal leadership role in the success of CEC's annual convention, the largest and most comprehensive professional development event in the field of special education. The term begins February 21, 2022, through May 31, 2024. 

 

This year, CEC is seeking applications for the Convention Program Co-Chair from special education professionals that are currently working in Birth–Grade 12. The Co-Chairs along with representatives from CEC’s Divisions and individuals representing various topics and areas of expertise comprise the Program Advisory Committee and collectively select the sessions that comprise the conventions learning program.

 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Convention Program Chairs will collaborate with CEC divisions, units, staff, and the field. The Chairs will preside over program planning process, the development and selection of the program components and serve as program spokesperson, as necessary. Specific responsibilities include:


	Soliciting input from CEC leadership, divisions, state and provincial units, and the field to determine content areas of high interest to the profession, identify emerging areas of research and/or importance and consider demographic trends and their effect on schools and the profession.
	In collaboration with the Program Advisory Committee, develop a comprehensive, focused, in-depth, and balanced professional learning program reflecting the current needs in the field of special education.
	Identifying content gaps and soliciting sessions, as needed, to ensure a rich program reflective of new and current directions in special education, research, evidence-based practices, and public policy.
	Collaborating with the Program Advisory Committee, CEC units and staff to recommend convention keynote speakers. (All invitations and negotiations will be conducted by CEC staff.)
	Overseeing the proposal review and selection process to ensure the program is diversified and of the highest quality.
	Facilitating continuous quality program improvement through innovation, creativity, and evaluation.
	Representing and promoting the program during the annual convention and expo and other professional meetings, as requested throughout the Chairs’ term of service.
	Collaborating with CEC staff and reporting to the Board of Directors on the direction and status of program planning, as needed.


 

QUALIFICATIONS

•    Extensive knowledge and significant experience in the field of exceptional education and broad knowledge of the professional development needs of practitioners, administrators, teacher educators, researchers, and others concerned with the education of children and youth with exceptionalities.

•    Knowledge of trends and issues in the field with proven ability to engage and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds representing distinct perspectives.

•    Prior experience developing a successful professional development symposium, institute, conference (national, regional, or state/provincial, international) or equivalent experience.

•    CEC member in good standing.

•    Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with others.

•    Demonstrated organizational and management skills.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CONVENTION WEEK. The Program Chairs will introduce the opening keynote speaker, host the First Timers’ session, and attend and monitor Program Chair featured sessions throughout the week.

 

POST CONVENTION. Program Chairs will submit a report offering convention feedback and recommendations for future conventions to the CEC professional development staff. The report is due 45 days following the convention.

 

LODGING, TRAVEL, AND REGISTRATION. CEC provides compensation for travel to and from the convention and complimentary lodging and registration for the dates of the 2023 and 2024 CEC conventions.

 

SELECTION PROCESS. CEC staff, along with selected reviewers, will review applications and make recommendations to the Board of Directors.

 

APPLICATIONS. Special note: Program discussions around the 2023 Convention and Expo programming will begin in February 2022. More information will be sent to the Program Advisory Committee ahead of the initial meeting.

 

CEC members who wish to be considered should submit:


	Letter of intent
	Response to the following:
	
		A statement of the extent of the applicant’s participation in previous CEC conventions or other professional development events.
		A statement of the applicant’s assessment of the most critical issues and trends affecting special education over the next 3 years and how these could be addressed through the convention program.
		A statement of how the convention program (program content, formats, presenters), should advance diversity, equity, and professional practice.
		A statement addressing ideas and suggestions on attracting teacher participation and overall attendance.
	
	
	Curriculum vita or résumé


 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 9, 2022

 

Email your response to:

CEC Professional Development Team

(E-mail) convention@exceptionalchildren.org

Question 21

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE; 2022-2025 TERMS

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As a former special education teacher, I see the important work CEC does and how it positively impacts families and children. Being part of the Leadership Development Committee provides a unique opportunity to shape CEC’s future by helping leaders develop the skills to change the educational landscape for children. Organizations across the country are at a moment of reckoning when it comes to leadership and diversity. If I can help potential leaders from diverse backgrounds hone their skills and help them identify positions in the organization that will strengthen it and keep it moving forward, then I am contributing to the greater good. Recruiting diverse leaders demonstrates to its members that CEC is inclusive and values diversity. Diverse voices lead to more creative ideas to best serve our students and families. As a CEC member from a non-dominant background, I want to feel that my professional organization represents me. The more the leadership at all levels of our organization reflects the diversity of its members and the people we serve, the better the organization can continue to grow, evolve, and strengthen.

 

Wendy Gonzales, LDC Member (2021-2024)

Question 22

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Volunteering to serve on one of our committees offers several benefits, both personal and professional. Some of the key advantages include:

Skill Development: Serving on a committee allows you to develop and hone a variety of skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. These are valuable skills that can benefit you both personally and professionally.
Networking Opportunities: Volunteering on a committee exposes you to a diverse group of people who share your interests or professional field. This can expand your network, providing opportunities for career advancement or collaborations.
Personal Growth: Stepping into a leadership role within a committee can boost your confidence and self-esteem. It challenges you to take on responsibilities and make decisions, which contributes to personal growth and a sense of achievement.
Making a Difference: Committees often work on projects or initiatives that have a positive impact on the community or organization they serve. Contributing to meaningful causes can give you a sense of fulfillment and purpose.
Gaining Experience: If you're looking to gain experience in a specific field or industry, volunteering on a committee related to that area can provide hands-on experience and insights that you might not get elsewhere.
Learning from Others: Working alongside fellow committee members exposes you to different perspectives and ideas. It's a great opportunity to learn from others, exchange knowledge, and broaden your horizons.
Building a Reputation: Volunteering demonstrates your commitment to the community and your willingness to go above and beyond. It can enhance your reputation as a reliable and dedicated individual, which can be beneficial in various aspects of your life.
Personal Satisfaction: Ultimately, volunteering on a committee allows you to contribute your time and talents to something you care about. The sense of satisfaction and fulfillment that comes from making a positive impact is one of the greatest rewards of volunteering.

Serving on a committee is not just about giving back; it's also about personal growth, skill development, and creating positive change. Whether you're passionate about a cause or looking to enhance your professional skills, volunteering on a committee can be a fulfilling and enriching experience.

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