Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

??ACTION ALERT: The White House just issued an executive order to close the U.S. Department of Education. As educators, professionals, advocates, and allies, we know that eliminating ED or moving IDEA to another agency will be a tremendous step backward in serving infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities. Tell your representatives to protect the Department of Education: https://lnkd.in/eCrzKrH7

When you join CEC, you become a part of a community of professionals dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. From March 17–31, new members can join CEC for free! Gain access to the resources, training, and community you need to support your students and grow in your career. Join today: https://lnkd.in/eY73fT68

Join us tomorrow for an exciting webinar on utilizing AI to enhance strengths-based learning and student success. With speakers from special education and gifted education, participants will explore practical strategies for using AI to create personalized learning experiences, support diverse learning abilities, and foster creativity and critical thinking. Register today: https://lnkd.in/e3GzVcHu

“This new minor and teaching license in special education provides Ripon students with an extraordinary opportunity to serve in a high need area in schools,” Ripon College educational studies department chair and professor Matt Knoester said. “Combined with an elementary education major and teaching license, our students will be in very high demand and well-prepared to make a positive impact in their communities.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eQsYYYfV

"Joining CEC changed the way I teach and connect with my students." Now, you can experience it for free! From March 17–31, new members can join CEC at no cost and unlock: ? Expert resources ? Professional learning ? A supportive educator network Don’t miss this chance to grow and make a bigger impact—for free! https://lnkd.in/eY73fT68

Thank you to all of our wonderful #CEC2025 attendees! Safe travels to all heading back home. Already missing CEC's Convention? Don't fret—#CEC2026 is only 361 days away! Sign up to get notified when registration opens: https://lnkd.in/ekhGW7cA

Happy Friday, #CEC2025! Get ready for a jam-packed day full of learning, sharing, growing, and connecting! Check out your choice of hundreds of sessions, celebrate our Yes I Can Award winners, and watch the Maryland Science Museum come to life at the CEC Celebration!

We are kicking off another fantastic day of #CEC2025! With hundreds of sessions to attend, tons of exhibitors to meet, and thousands of attendees to connect with, CEC's Convention is the place for educators to be!

We are so excited to kick off #CEC2025! The day is already underway, with exciting programming kicking off soon. We are excited about our opening keynote presentation and opening reception at Power Plant Live tonight! Follow along on CEC's social media!

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