News and Updates
CEC Announces New President, Treasurer, and Board Members
CEC is proud to introduce our newest President Elect, Treasurer, and board members. CEC is governed by a 16-member Board of Directors, including four board-appointed officers: president, president...
Read more >Grants Awarded to Three CEC Members to Support Projects Focused on Equity and Justice
Arlington, Va. December 11, 2025 - The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is pleased to announce the awardees for the 2025 CEC Racial Justice Grant: Leon Prieto, Clayton State University; Tiffany...
2026 Diversity Leadership Academy Members Announced
Arlington, Va., December 9, 2025 - The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is pleased to announce the 2026 cohort of the Diversity Leadership Academy. The Diversity Leadership Academy is a...
CEC’s Partners Reflect on 50 Years of IDEA: IRIS Center
November 29, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Originally passed as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, this landmark legislation...
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