Call for Papers Extended for the Riga 2010 Conference
The call for proposals is now open for “Embracing Inclusive Approaches for Children and Youth with Special Education Needs," an international special education conference to be held in Riga, Latvia, July 11-14, 2010. Submit your proposal online -- the deadline has been extended to Jan. 30, 2010.

Results of CEC Membership-wide Election Announced
Congratulations to CEC’s newly elected Board members, whose terms of office begin Jan. 1, 2010.

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New CEC Today: Rethinking Teacher Preparation Standards
Do special educators need to be dually prepared in special education and general education content? This issue explores this question and also offers important association news, including our Web site improvements, new publications catalog, and member transitions.

Have You Met Our New “Reality 101” Bloggers?
Ellen, Kathy, Katie, and Jennifer — all newly minted special educators — are funny, likeable, and really honest about what it’s like to be in special education. Get to know them at Reality 101 for New Teachers. 

Registration for the CEC 2010 Convention & Expo is Now Open!
Don’t miss CEC’s Convention & Expo, to be held April 21–24 in Nashville. The opportunities to connect, exchange, and grow are endless -- and all under one roof at the Gaylord Opryland. Register by Jan. 15 to save up to $100.

It’s Like the Sears Catalog . . . But Better
Almost, but without stereos, bicycles, and clothes! The new CEC publications catalog is now available in print and online and features the latest products from CEC and our publishing partners. Look for it in the mail or download it from CEC’s Web site.

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