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IDEA programs must be well-funded in FY 2027 and beyond. Schools need increased, not decreased, support to help children with disabilities thrive. Tell Congress that it’s time to invest in education! #4SpecialEducation
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We are nearly halfway to our matching challenge goal! Donate now to double your gift and help protect children and youth with disabilities. #4specialeducation
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It’s CEC Giving Day! Every gift today in support of special education is matched—doubling your impact on eight million children and youth with disabilities.
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The removal of federal leadership in special education puts eight million children and youth with disabilities at risk. Join us tomorrow to help protect their services. All donations will be matched! #4SpecialEducation
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Save the date! On October 28, your gift to CEC will be matched dollar-for-dollar to support eight million children and youth with disabilities. #4SpecialEducation
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Cuts at the U.S. Dept. of Education threaten IDEA & ADA protections.
This isn’t just a budget issue. It’s a civil rights issue.
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#ProtectIDEA #4SpecialEducation #DeafRights
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Every child with a disability should have the opportunity to succeed and thrive. That’s what we believe, and that is what we should continue to build on. Support Special Education! #4SpecialEducation
ACTION ALERT: Department of Education has nearly wiped out OSERS—offices essential to ensuring students with disabilities receive the services they’re guaranteed under IDEA. Congress must act NOW. Tell lawmakers: Restore OSEP. Protect IDEA. #4SpecialEducation
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OSEP has been gutted - and children with disabilities will pay the price.
OSEP connects, supports, and holds systems accountable so IDEA can work for real children and families.
We can’t afford to lose it.
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🖊️ Add your name to protect OSERS and federal disability oversight:
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Every signature helps send a clear message: students with disabilities deserve strong federal protection under IDEA and ADA. #ProtectIDEA #4SpecialEducation
The recent Reduction in Force (RIF) at the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)—including OSEP and RSA—jeopardizes decades of progress in disability rights, education, and employment. #ProtectIDEA #4SpecialEducation 🧵 [thread]
Children with disabilities deserve strong oversight and support. Staff eliminations to the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) threaten the implementation of IDEA and the rights it protects. 📢 Urge Congress to restore OSEP immediately. #4SpecialEducation
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(2/2) “Congress must act NOW. Tell lawmakers: Restore OSEP. Protect IDEA.”
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And more cuts likely to critical #4SpecialEducation services, teaching, professional development, and teacher preparation. www.edweek.org/teaching-lea... @cecmembership.bsky.social
#4SpecialEducation researchers, educators and trainers- what is one of your favorite aspects of IDEA? @cecmembership.bsky.social @tec-cec.bsky.social @tedearlycareersig.bsky.social @cec-dr.bsky.social share it here with a picture or quote that represents it!
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59% of public schools report having insufficient mental health professionals, highlighting a critical gap in support for student mental health needs. Addressing this issue is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment. #SELS2025 #4SpecialEducation
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Thank you, @frankel.house.gov , for your unwavering support of students w/exceptionalities & the educators who serve them. CEC deeply appreciates your leadership in securing IDEA funding, addressing the teacher shortage, &prioritizing mental health in our schools. #SEL2025 #4SpecialEducation
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Did you know that fully funding IDEA could support 400,000 additional special educators? Let’s make this a reality! Advocate for increased funding and support our children’s future. #SELS2025 #4SpecialEducation
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Im attending the Special Education Legislative Summit to advocate for stronger federal investments in special education programs, better access to behavioral and mental health resources, and more solutions to the critical shortage of special educators across the country. #SELS2025 #4SpecialEducation
- The nation continues to face a critical shortage of special educators. 72% of schools with special educator vacancies report difficulty filling these positions. This shortage impacts the ability to provide individualized support to students with disabilities. #SELS2025 #4SpecialEducation
TED members ready to advocate #4SpecialEducation on Capitol Hill for #SELS2025 tomorrow! @ted-cec.bsky.social @cecmembership.bsky.social
Are you a @ted-cec.bsky.social member of @cecmembership.bsky.social at #SELS2025? Join the TED Policy Committee for an informal meet and greet TODAY at 5pm!
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Consider joining me (#Postdoc possibilities to advance this) as a research project
Manager in #ImpSci #education and #4SpecialEducation research! Share widely and email with questions!! @cecmembership.bsky.social @cec-dr.bsky.social
John Umbreit Doctoral Research Award 2025 Competition Announcement The purpose of this award is to support an outstanding doctoral student to conduct applied behavioral research in their current area of practice. The award honors John Umbreit, who has spent more than 40 years supporting the development of future faculty who are critical thinkers and dedicated to serving children with behavioral challenges. An award of $1,000 will be presented annually at the Teacher Educators for Children with Behavior Disorders conference in Tempe, Arizona. Award funds are intended to support applicant research activities and/or to present their findings at professional conferences. To apply for the award, please submit the following: 1. A cover letter describing (a) your research experience in general, (b) your specific experience in applied behavioral research, (c) the purpose of your proposed research and your reason for pursuing this line of inquiry, and (d) your commitment to participating in the annual TECBD conference in Tempe, Arizona in November if you are the award recipient. A research proposal for a specific study or a collection of studies. The proposal is limited to 15 double-spaced pages and must clearly detail the significance, method, and potential impact of the study. A letter of recommendation from your advisor that specifies the potential significance of the proposed work, your ability to conduct the research, and your potential to continue this line of inquiry after graduation. A CV detailing your research, teaching, and service experience. Applications will be reviewed by the JUDRA Committee. The award recipient will be notified in October and honored this November at the annual TECBD conference in Tempe, Arizona. All application materials must be submitted as one PDF to awards@debh.net Please address any questions to awards@debh.net Applications Due August 1, 2025
PHD #4SpecialEducation Students & Mentors-NOMINATE & APPLY for John Umbreit Doctoral Research Award (CEC-DEBH)- Eligible applicants are (a) enrolled in PhD program, (b) engaged in applied research for improved behavior, & (c) have an IRB-approved/process research project email awards@debh.net
Hi, I’m new here…. CEC-DR members, we want to know what you are up to! Give us a tag or reply that you’re a member and we will give you a follow! Let’s connect our #4SpecialEducation research network. @cecmembership.bsky.social
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From March 17–31, new members can join CEC for free! While you're at it, join CEC-Division Research for an incredibly reduced rate!
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🚨 Special education funding is strained! IDEA programs must be well-funded in FY 2025 and beyond. Schools need increased, not decreased, support to help children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents thrive. Tell Congress that it’s time to invest in education!
#4SpecialEducation #CEC #DEC
📢 Special education funding matters! Schools and districts need sustained, meaningful investment to support infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. Tell Congress: Fund education, fund the future! #4SpecialEducation
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If you can’t be #CEC2025, here are a few ways that you take action today! Check out QR codes and we will post individual links in the thread below. #4SpecialEducation
