Council for Exceptional Children

 

 

 


Gatorland Chapter 1024

9141 SW 49 Place

Gainesville, FL 32608
Text Box: Since its inception in 1922, The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) has played a leading role in making special education work for students with exceptionalities-students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents-and those who serve them. Throughout history, CEC has fought successfully to ensure that children and youth with special needs get appropriate educational services and that those who work with these students have the resources, tools, and training necessary to perform their job effectively and efficiently. Text Box: CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC: advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice. Text Box: Mission Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with exceptionalities and their families worldwide through professional excellence and advocacy. Text Box: Vision CEC is a diverse, vibrant professional community working together and with others to ensure that individuals with exceptionalities are valued and include in all aspects of life. CEC is a trusted voice in shaping education policy and practice and is globally renowned for its expertise and leadership. CEC is one of the world’s premiere education organizations. Text Box: Core Values The dignity and worth of all individuals. Social justice, inclusiveness, and diversity. Professional excellence, integrity, and accountability. Rich and meaningful participation in society for all individuals with exceptionalities. Effective individualized education for all individuals with exceptionalities. The importance of families in the lives and education of all individuals with exceptionalities. Collaboration and community building to improve outcomes.