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No matter where your interests lie, the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) has an opportunity for you.
There are many ways you can get involved and become a part of the CEC community! From local meet-ups to advocating on Capitol Hill, explore the various outlets available for you to come together with like-minded professionals, participate in your professional organization, and make your voice heard.
New Member Meet and Greet
| Date | Time | Location | Information | Reminder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm EDT | Details | Add to Calendar 2025-09-17 16:30:00 2025-09-17 17:15:00 New Member Meet and Greet https://exceptionalchildren.org/new-member-meet-and-greet United States Council for Exceptional Children [email protected] America/New_York public | |
| October 15, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm EDT | Details | Add to Calendar 2025-10-15 16:30:00 2025-10-15 17:15:00 New Member Meet and Greet https://exceptionalchildren.org/new-member-meet-and-greet United States Council for Exceptional Children [email protected] America/New_York public | |
| November 19, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm EST | Details | Add to Calendar 2025-11-19 16:30:00 2025-11-19 17:15:00 New Member Meet and Greet https://exceptionalchildren.org/new-member-meet-and-greet United States Council for Exceptional Children [email protected] America/New_York public | |
| December 17, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm EST | Details | Add to Calendar 2025-12-17 16:30:00 2025-12-17 17:15:00 New Member Meet and Greet https://exceptionalchildren.org/new-member-meet-and-greet United States Council for Exceptional Children [email protected] America/New_York public |
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Become a Volunteer
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Special Interest Divisions
Divisions bring together CEC members based on their professional role, practice setting or interest in a specific exceptionality. Become more deeply...
Units
State units provide a means for networking, professional development, and information-sharing for members in their state. Their typical activities...
Policy and Advocacy
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) advocates on behalf of children with exceptionalities 365 days a year. In doing so, CEC examines policy...
Committees
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)’s committees are responsible for advising the Board of Directors in their particular areas and/or execution...
CECommunity All-Member Forum
CEC is a community before it is anything else—special educators, administrators, researchers, professors, paraprofessionals, and service providers...