Council for Exceptional Children St. Johns University, Queens Campus For National CEC: https://www.cec.sped.orghttps://www.cec.sped.org For SJU CEC: The Council for Exceptional Children is an international community of professionals who are the voice and vision of special and gifted education. CEC's mission is to improve, through excellence and advocacy, the education and quality of life for children and youth with exceptionalities and to enhance engagement of their families. The Council for Exceptional Children is a premier education organization, internationally renowned for its expertise and leadership, working collaboratively with strategic partners to ensure that children and youth with exceptionalities are valued and full participating members of society. As a diverse and vibrant professional community, CEC is a trusted voice in shaping education practice and policy. Dignity and worth of all individuals. Diversity and inclusiveness. Advocacy and social justice. Professional excellence, integrity, and accountability. Full participation in society. Effective individualized education. Family engagement. Collaboration and community. Responsibility to members. Wheelchair Basketball Vs. HVSs Cubbies October 15th :30 PM at The Henry Viscardi School Albertson, NY From Head Coach Joseph Slaninka The Henry Viscardi School is a Regents accredited school that educates children with physical disabilities from Long Island, New York City and Westchester. The HVS Wheelchair Basketball Program consists of 3 teams: Elementary, Junior Varsity and Varsity. The program was created to allow children of all levels of physical abilities the opportunity to play together as a team and to reach their highest potential as athletes. The game is set up to allow each child to be as independent as possible while on the basketball court. The program gives the children a chance to have fun, respect each other's individual needs and learn good sportsmanship. Our goal is to encourage individuality, heighten self-esteem and provide a safe environment for each member of our program. Other Upcoming Events in October ST. Johns University Supports UNITY DAY with Pacer.org October 21 st DAngelo Center STORM OUT BULLYING October 26th Details TBA Go to the websiteClick the Membership tab at the top of the screen. Click the New CEC Member-Join CEC now link at the bottom of the page. You can read through the membership page, or click on the right hand side, Join now and this will bring you to the CEC application. Begin to fill out the application. When you come to the section marked unit click NY For the section marked Chapter click St. Johns University Chapter****This is an important step! If you do not choose St. Johns University, our records will not show that you have become a member! Continue with the application, as well as the payment process. There is a chapter code that will give you a student discount. We will disperse that upon your interest in membership. If you have any questions or problems, please Christina Strezenec at for assistance Christina Strezenec Co-President Glenda Mistretta Co-President THERE ARE LEADERSHIP POSTIONS AVAILABLE -Vice President - Secretary - Historian - Treasurer - Communications **If you are interested, please see our CEC team to collect more information! Join CEC and get the professional development, resources and peer-to- peer support you need to meet today's new challenges in special and gifted education with confidence and make a difference for children and youth with disabilities and gifts and talents. Cutting-Edge Journals TEACHING Exceptional Children actionable and useful articles to teach and administer programs for children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents (6 issues/year). Exceptional Children original research on the education and development of children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents in practical terms that you can bring into your classroom (4 issues/year). Join CEC and get the professional development, resources and peer-to-peer support you need to meet today's new challenges in special and gifted education with confidence and make a difference for children and youth with disabilities and gifts and talents. Books and Resources CEC's publications cover the entire agenda of social, legal and educational issues of children with exceptionalities. Members receive up to a 30% discount! Cutting-Edge Journals TEACHING Exceptional Children actionable and useful articles to teach and administer programs for children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents (6 issues/year). Exceptional Children original research on the education and development of children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents in practical terms that you can bring into your classroom (4 issues/year). Books and Resources CEC's publications cover the entire agenda of social, legal and educational issues of children with exceptionalities. Members receive up to a 30% discount! Professional Development CEC's continuing education programs, including the CEC Annual Convention & Expo, provide access to the most current information and resources in special education. Advocacy and Support CEC advocates for the rights of children and youth with exceptionalities, as well as the special needs of the educators who serve them. CEC is a major voice in halls of Congress, the White House and the U.S. Department of Education. No other organization is more active or more effective. Special Interest Divisions Join one or more of the 17 CEC special interest divisions to tailor your participation to your particular area(s) of expertise. Each division publishes journals and newsletters, sponsors professional development activities, facilitates advocacy initiatives on issues that directly affect your practice and interests, and provides unique networking opportunities to bring you closer with experts and your professional peers. Peer Networking and Leadership Opportunities CEC provides a wide range of opportunities for members to serve in leadership positions at the local, state/provincial and international levels with 56 state and provincial units and 17 special-interest divisions. CEC's new, online CECommunity provides member with the ability to connect directly with your peers and colleagues around the world.CECommunity CEC Career Center Register your resume, view special and gifted education job postings, and apply for jobs all on CEC's online job board, the only jobCEC's online job board board devoted exclusively to special and gifted education. Savings on Insurance CEC members are eligible for favorable group pricing on term life, home & auto and professional liability insurance plans from leading insurance carriers through the CEC Member Insurance Program. See complete details and apply online, or call CEC Member Insurance Program SO WHY JOIN CEC? Do you want to be prepared to enter the demanding field of special education? Would you like to gain experience working with individuals who have different special needs? Are you ready for the future? CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:FIND US ON FACEBOOK