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Senate Confirms OSERS Assistant Secretary
Earlier this week, the U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Alexa Posny as the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). CEC looks forward to continuing a collaborative relationship with Dr. Posny and congratulates her on her new role. Read a related article in CEC’s Policy Insider.
Helen Keller Statue Unveiled at U.S. Capitol
On Wednesday, a bronze statue of Helen Keller debuted at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The statue is not only the Capitol's first depicting a child, but also the first depicting a person with a disability.
Time Is Running Out for Your Yes I Can! Award Nominations
CEC’s Yes I Can! Awards honor students with disabilities who excel in nine categories. Nominations should be postmarked by Friday, Oct. 9.
Deadline Approaching for CEC's Professional Awards
Recognize outstanding special educators and researchers with CEC’s Professional Awards. Nominations should be postmarked by Friday, Oct. 9.
Riga 2010 Call for Proposals Now Open
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, 11-14 July 2010. Submit your proposal online before 11 December 2009. Click here for more info.
CEC Supports Department of Education Official
Read CEC’s statement regarding Kevin Jennings, Assistant Deputy Secretary of the Office of Safe and Drug Free Schools (OSDFS), and efforts to create a safe and positive school climate for all students.
CEC Membership-Wide Election Now Open
The 2009 election is going on through Oct. 23 -- do you plan to vote? Electing leadership is one of the most important responsibilities you have as members of CEC. Learn more and meet the candidates.
Announcing the CEC 2010 Student Awards and Scholarships
CEC’s Student Committee is pleased to announce the competition for the 2010 Outstanding Student Awards, Graduation Awards, Fearn Ethnic Diversity Scholarship, and Gorin Award. Apply or nominate someone today -- the deadline is Oct. 30.
2010 CEC Leadership Opportunities for Student Members
Make a difference, connect to leaders in the field, and contribute to the greatest good for children and youth with exceptionalities by joining the CEC Student Committee. The deadline for applications has been extended to Oct. 30.
New CEC Today: Welcome Dan Ratner, Blog Relaunch, and More
In the September issue, you will get to know CEC’s new assistant executive director for membership services, see how CEC is taking its blog in a new direction, and read up on other association news, including our newly appointed journal editors.
CEC Adopts New Policy on Physical Restraint and Seclusion
CEC’s Board of Directors has approved a policy on physical restraint and seclusion in school settings, stating that schools should emphasize positive behavior supports for students and only resort to restraint and seclusion when a child or others are in danger.
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