Honors Committee
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.
| Name | Professional Role | State/Province | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mina Chun, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor, California Lutheran University | CA | 2025 |
| Monique Evans Newsome, M.A. | Coordinator II Special Education, Dekalb County School District | GA | 2025 |
| Clarisa Elliott, B.A. | Education Specialist- Low Incidence Disabilities, Education Service Center, Region 15 | TX | 2026 |
| Melissa Gilliam, Ed.D. | Special Education Coordinator, Delaware Public Schools | DE | 2026 |
| Nicholas Newton, M.A.T. | Special Education Consultant, Hardin County Schools | KY | 2027 |
| Samantha Scott, Ph.D. | Lecturer in Special Education, Department of Education and Human Development, Clemson University | SC | 2027 |
View the Committee Position Description
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Last Updated:
15 January, 2026