Policy Steering Committee
Charge:
- Develop recommendations for consideration by CEC’s Board of Directors with regard to special education legislative and regulatory issues at the national level and provide information to units that may be relevant at the state or local level.
- Assist CEC in ensuring that the organizations’ position statements are current, relevant, reflect CEC’s mission and values and adhere to CEC’s Principles and Guidelines for Developing Position Statements.
- Stay informed about policy and legislative issues related to the education of infants, toddlers, children, and young adults with exceptionalities.
NOTE: Day-to-day public policy functions are conducted by staff and consultants, reporting to the executive director. The committee will be provided with updates on impending or emerging issues.
Composition:
The committee is composed of six members. One practitioner and one higher education representative will be selected to fill the two committee vacancies each year. The two members in their third year serve as co-chairs.
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Members
| Name | Professional Role | State/Province | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Jeffreys, M.Ed., Co-chair | Director of Special Education, Pottstown School District | PA | 2026 |
| Elizabeth Zagata, M.A., Co-chair | Doctoral Candidate, University of Connecticut | CT | 2026 |
| David F. Bateman, Ph.D. | American Institutes for Research | VA | 2027 |
| Gary F. Puhl III, Ed.D. (practitioner) | Director of Special Education, Wayne County RESA | MI | 2027 |
| Kenyon Andrews, M.S. | Special Education Teacher, Somerset Academy | NV | 2028 |
| Josh Taylor, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor, Washington State University, Department of Teaching and Learning | WA | 2028 |