Policy & Advocacy
Policy & Advocacy
In advocating on behalf of children with exceptionalities, CEC examines policy issues, develops appropriate responses to those issues and influences local, state, provincial and federal legislation. CEC also monitors and makes recommendations for program regulations and funding. In addition, CEC maintains a network among its units for influencing policy.
Standards
Standards

As the recognized leader for special education professional standards, CEC develops standards, ethics and practices and guidelines to ensure that individuals with exceptionalities have access to well-prepared, career-oriented special educators.
Professional Development
Professional Development

You’ll find professional development offerings to meet the needs of all special educators – including those of you who are time-crunched, cost-conscious or in need of CEUs in order to meet state obligations. Please join us and invite others to engage the potential!
Publications
Publications

CEC publishes and distributes products designed to help practitioners work more effectively in the classroom. Learn more about CEC's publications and journals.
Special Ed Topics
Special Ed Topics

Special Education Topics includes information about the different exceptionality areas; international special education; hot topics in special education; and professional practice topics such as assessment, evidence-based practices and inclusion.
Resources
Resources
CEC's Resources offer educators many aids to assist them in providing the best of special education services.
Membership
Membership

Through the vision and dedication of more than 30,000 members, CEC sets the standard for high quality education for children and youth with exceptionalities. And, CEC is known as THE source for information, resources and professional development for special educators.

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Convention & Expo Contacts

If you have any questions for CEC Headquarters staff, you may call or e-mail the relevant person directly. You may also call the office toll-free at 866-509-0218.

General Questions
CEC Customer Service, 888-232-7733 or 866-509-0218 or service@cec.sped.org.

Proposal Information and Audiovisual Equipment
Renee Glasby, 703-264-9422 or reneeg@cec.sped.org.

Convention Program, Invited Speakers, and Preconvention Workshops
Anmarie Kallas, 703-264-9473 or aka@cec.sped.org.

Accessibility (interpreter services, alternative formats, etc.), Meetings, and Social Events
Jane Uffelman, 703-264-9442 or janeu@cec.sped.org.

Student Committee Activities
Susan Simmons, 703-264-9435 or susans@cec.sped.org.

Housing and Registration
Carol Serrano, 703-264-9455 or carols@cec.sped.org.

Press, Publicity, and the CEC Awards Programs (including the Yes I Can! Awards)
Diane Shinn, 703-264-9478 or dianes@cec.sped.org.

Exhibits and Sponsorship Opportunities
Victor Erickson, 703-264-9454 or victore@cec.sped.org.

Marketing and Sponsorship Opportunities

Krista Barnes, 703-264-9405 or kristab@cec.sped.org.