CEC Member Handbook
Welcome!
You belong to the leading international
association helping students with exceptionalities and the individuals
who serve them.
You have the best and the most rewarding job in
education today - and one of the most important. That's why, every day,
when you go off to your classroom or office, CEC goes with you to
provide the tools and resources you need to be the best educator you can
be - for your students' sakes. Like you, CEC is committed to your
success and the success of your students through exceptional
programs.
Take advantage of CEC's quality programs and services to
meet your personal and professional needs.
Expand Your Knowledge
Increase Your Professional Profile
Add to Your Expertise
Make a Difference in More Ways
Save Money with CEC's Member Benefits
Contact CEC
Expand Your
Knowledge (to
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A vast knowledge base of information lies no further away than your
mailbox, your phone, and http://www.cec.sped.org/!
CEC Publications
Stay on the cutting edge with the high-impact, current information
you receive from CEC's member publications:
TEACHING
Exceptional Children ? Actionable and useful articles to teach
and administer programs for children with disabilities and/or gifted (6
issues per year)
Exceptional
Children ? Original research on the education and development of
children with exceptionalities in practical terms you can bring into
your classroom (4 issues per year)
CEC
Today ? Top-notch member newsletter keeps you up-to-date on
professional and legal developments (4 issues per year)
Up-to-the-Minute Access Via the Web
At http://www.cec.sped.org/ get
the latest updates on news in special education, renew your membership,
register for the convention, and more ? all online when it's convenient
for you!
CEC Catalog: Resources You Need at Prices You Can Afford
CEC's catalog is crammed with resources and materials specifically
for special educators. Members save up to 30%! View the CEC catalog
online or contact CEC at 888/232-7733 to ask for your free copy.
Serving Special Educators Across Canada
Canadian CEC helps advance the welfare and education of exceptional
children and youth in Canada. Visit the Canadian CEC Web site at http://canadian.cec.sped.org/
Reaching Globally
The international section of CEC's Web site puts you in touch with
programs and practices, research centers and projects, products and
publications, conferences, service organizations, exchanges,
international documents, and links to international Web sites of
interest. Check it out here
Increase Your
Professional Profile (to
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Gain recognition, boost your career, connect with colleagues, and
improve the practice of special education!
Explore Career Options Online
Register your resume, view special education job postings, and access
a list of recruiters ? all on Career Connections, the largest job bank
on the Internet devoted exclusively to special education professionals.
Start
your job search now!
Get Published!
Publish your research findings, best practices, perspectives and
opinions in CEC's journals, TEACHING Exceptional Children and
Exceptional Children.
Author guidelines for
TEC
(http://www.cec.sped.org/bk/abtec.html)
Author guidelines
for EC
(http://www.cec.sped.org/bk/ec-jour.html)
Share Your Expertise
You're also invited to present at CEC's highly respected conferences
and symposia. CEC's Annual Convention & Expo is the largest special
education gathering in the world. Check the CEC
home page for calls for papers and conference information.
Receive Recognition for Your Contributions
CEC's awards program recognizes individuals and/or organizations who
make outstanding contributions to children and youth with
exceptionalities, the field of special education, and CEC. Learn
more about CEC awards
The program includes several awards designed especially for students
pursuing careers in the field. Get
information on student awards
Add to Your
Expertise (to
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Increase your knowledge and become more deeply involved in your
profession. CEC's 17 special interest divisions provide you the
opportunity to explore key areas of special education in detail,
exchange ideas with other professionals, stimulate research, and add to
your expertise. Only CEC members are eligible to join the divisions. Explore
CEC's divisions
Make a Difference in More
Ways
As a special educator, you make a difference every day for your
students. Here are some ways to expand your efforts to a higher
level.
Make Your Voice Heard. Help influence the direction of federal,
state/provincial, and local policies on special education through CEC's
Children's Action Network (CAN) and Legislative Action Center. It's
easy. Get
involved!
Develop Your Leadership Skills
Take advantage of opportunities for emerging leaders in the field of
education. Serve as an officer in your chapter, state/provincial
unit,
division,
or subdivision. Participate at an international level on standing
committees and task forces.
Honor the Students We Serve
The Yes I Can! Foundation for Exceptional Children's exciting
programs help hundreds of children with special needs attain their
greatest potential each year. Visit the
Yes I Can! Website to find out more or call 888/232-7733 or e-mail
fec@cec.sped.org
Save Money with CEC's
Member Benefits (to
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Take advantage of these quality programs and save time and money on
essential services to meet your personal and professional needs.
Professional Liability and Other Insurance
Lower your premium costs! Receive comprehensive coverage!
- $1 Million/$2
Million Professional Liability (for employed educators and
students)
- $1 Million/$3
Million Private Practice Professional Liability
- Long Term Care
Insurance
- Disability Income
Protection
- Cancer
Plan
- Accidental Death
and Dismemberment
- New! Health Savings Accounts
- New! Family PPO Plans
- New! Group Employee Health Plans
Go to http://www.ftj.com/ or call
Forrest T. Jones and Company, Inc. at 800/265-9366. Identify yourself as
a CEC member to qualify for discounted rates.
Auto Insurance
Comprehensive, affordable auto insurance is available to CEC members
in most states through GEICO. For details and a customized
rate quote, call GEICO at
800/368-2734 and mention your CEC membership.
Discounts on Educational Resources
Enjoy savings of up to 30% on CEC publications and professional
development events. View the CEC catalog
online or contact CEC at 888/232-7733 to ask for your free
catalog.
Financial Services
Council for Exceptional Children MasterCard Credit Card
The Most Rewarding Card of AllSM
Earn points and get what you want-cash, travel, merchandise, and
gift certificates. Only the WorldPointsSM card gives
you the freedom to choose so much, so easily-and with no annual
fee. Click here to apply.
- Earn 1 point for every $1 in purchases.
- Redeem WorldPointsSM for travel,
merchandise, and unlimited cash rewards - now with easy online
redemption, too!
- Access your secure account online and use the electronic bill
payment service, or speak to a personal Customer assistant 24/7.
If you already have an MBNA credit card account, why not access your
MBNA account information anytime, day or night. Just log on to http://www.mbnanetaccess.com/. It's safe, secure and
fast. Enroll and you can get up-to-the-minute information on all of your
MBNA credit card accounts, track your charges and payments, review
recent statements, schedule electronic payment for your MBNA account,
request a change of address and so much more.
CD’s and
Money Market Accounts
Take advantage of competitive yields for Certificate of Deposit and
Money Market deposit accounts for CEC members. CEC-sponsored yields have
historically been among the highest in the nation. The CD and Money
Market accounts are offered by MBNA America and are FDIC insured for up
to $100,000 per depositor. Click here or call MBNA today at 1-800-414-4229 and
mention priority code HA065 for current rates or to open an account.
Rental Car Discounts
For discount information and reservations, call Hertz at 800/654-2201
or visit http://www.hertz.com/. Present your CEC membership
card or mention Hertz CDP #42434 when you reserve your car.
Retirement Planning
The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company (VALIC) offers CEC
members a comprehensive package of retirement planning products and
services. Call 800/44-VALIC and ask to speak confidentially with a
Retirement Plan Specialist.
Contact
CEC (to top)
Got a question? Need a brochure or catalog? Can't find your
membership number? Looking for information? Contact CEC's Constituent
Services Center!
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm Eastern Time
Toll-free: 888/232-7733
TTY (toll-free): 866/915-5000
Fax: 703/264-9494
E-mail: service@cec.sped.org
Visit: http://www.cec.sped.org/
Council for Exceptional Children
1110 N. Glebe Road, Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201-5704
We're here to help you!
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