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A group of professionals in special education who have acquired a lot of content and wisdom

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A group of professionals in special education who have acquired a lot of content and wisdom

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We are...a group of former CEC leaders. Some are in retirement, some are transitioning towards retirement, and some are still active in their career.

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We are...a group of former CEC leaders. Some are in retirement, some are transitioning towards retirement, and some are still active in their career.

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Experienced, committed, knowledgeable group of advocates for individuals with exceptionalities.

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Experienced, committed, knowledgeable group of advocates for individuals with exceptionalities.

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A united group of volunteers who lead from experience for the best interest of those with disabilities…..

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Who are united in a commitment to individuals with disabilities.

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Who are united in a commitment to individuals with disabilities.

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Committed group of special education ators

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Committed group of special education ators

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To accomplish this we need a solid organizational structure that defines activities/concerns that are in-scope and those that outside our core focus.

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To accomplish this we need a solid organizational structure that defines activities/concerns that are in-scope and those that outside our core focus.

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Our desire to improve the lives of individuals with exceptionalities.

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Our desire to improve the lives of individuals with exceptionalities.

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Improving outcomes for students with disabilities

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Improving outcomes for students with disabilities

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We will know we are having impact when our membership and financial well-being are growing.

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We will know we are having impact when our membership and financial well-being are growing.

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Our purpose to better the lives with individuals with exceptional children

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We are a group of CEC members who have experience and knowledge and skills to assist The Council develop programs, preserve history, and participate in an advisory capacity.

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A group of commuted individuals from the United States and Canada, who believe in service

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Dedicated, Passionate, Legacy, Leadership, Advocates, Commitment 

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Dedicated, Passionate, Legacy, Leadership, Advocates, Commitment 

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Need to clearly state our mission and goals.

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Need to clearly state our mission and goals.

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Our mission and our purpose - to improve outcomes.

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Our mission and our purpose - to improve outcomes.

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Our membership grow and volunteers increase

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improving outcomes for children and youth with disabilities

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We can tell others specifically what we do as a division.

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We can tell others specifically what we do as a division.

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continuing our commitment to CEC to assist in moving the association forward in a meaningful and serviceable manner.

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Are united in improving the outcomes for professional students and families through our organization

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A clearly defined strategic plan with key stakeholders identified to help execute the plan; a criteria of success; and a strong way to communication progress to membership.

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A clearly defined strategic plan with key stakeholders identified to help execute the plan; a criteria of success; and a strong way to communication progress to membership.

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A group of experienced special educators who are committed to improving the academic, social, and emotional trajectory of children with exceptionalities. 

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A group of experienced special educators who are committed to improving the academic, social, and emotional trajectory of children with exceptionalities. 

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We need to engage members, link with others within the organization, and former partnerships to collaborate on common goals

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Special education followers and leaders who can advise on the future, based on their past and present experience

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There is a need need for a 3-5 year Strategic Plan with measurable deliverables and a timeline for accomplishing these.

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When CEC requests our involvement, CEC accepts our offers to work with the BOD and headquarters staff, and when our membership in the Division increases.

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A group of leaders with experience in special education

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A group of leaders with experience in special education

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passion in serving children and youth with exceptionalities

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passion in serving children and youth with exceptionalities

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activate membership participation and enthusiasm in meaningful activities that further services to professional and children and youth with exceptionalities

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activate membership participation and enthusiasm in meaningful activities that further services to professional and children and youth with exceptionalities

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we increase the number of members who are participating in projects and committees that contribute to the field.  

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we increase the number of members who are participating in projects and committees that contribute to the field.  

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increase the number of activities that involve member participation in areas of service to the field and/or CEC and result in positive evaluations/feedback

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increase the number of activities that involve member participation in areas of service to the field and/or CEC and result in positive evaluations/feedback

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increase 2-way communication between board and PD members

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increase 2-way communication between board and PD members

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A group of special education professionals who have expertise in a wide range of topics and critical issues in the field

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Our wanting to make a difference in the life of children and youth with disabilities and to provide support to the educators who serve them

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collaborate with other divisions and provide appropriate professional learning opportunities for professionals

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We will know we are making an impact when we 

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We will know we are making an impact when we 

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increase participation in opportunities provided and feedback received from professionals

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Supporting those teachers,  administrators,  and staff who are actively serving students with exceptional needs.

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Supporting those teachers,  administrators,  and staff who are actively serving students with exceptional needs.

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We are a committed group of current and past leaders of The Council and one or more of its Units or Divisions.

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Who are committed to continue to work for support of the organization by sharing our skills, knowledge, and experiences wherever they are needed to fulfill the mission of the Pioneers Division.

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We need a plan of action that sets measurable goals with time specific activities for their completion set over a period of three years ,

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We need a plan of action that sets measurable goals with time specific activities for their completion set over a period of three years ,

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When CEC and other Units/Divisions use our expertise and collaborate to address issues across the Council and the field beyond just the US.

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We are a group of experienced leaders in special education.

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I’m with anonymous: a group of experienced sped professionals who have expertise on a wide range of topics and critical issues

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A group of people who have spent a career as special education professionals but are transitioning to retirement. This has huge implications for considering my time commitment to an organization that I may end my membership in the future.

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A group of people who have spent a career as special education professionals but are transitioning to retirement. This has huge implications for considering my time commitment to an organization that I may end my membership in the future.

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dedicated to the education of all children with exceptionalities!

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dedicated to the education of all children with exceptionalities!

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In supporting the successful education of children and youth with exceptionalities.

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Not necessarily united in anything as we become less professionally active.

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Not necessarily united in anything as we become less professionally active.

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We are united in opposition to the new CEC governance model where membership input is not sought or valued.

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We are united in opposition to the new CEC governance model where membership input is not sought or valued.

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The number of people engaged in division activities.

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The number of people engaged in division activities.

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An experienced and knowledgeable group of special educators committed to advocating for children with exceptionalities

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An experienced and knowledgeable group of special educators committed to advocating for children with exceptionalities

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A financial model that funds the organization commensurate with our goals and activities. As is, we are a poorly funded organization that is limited it any meaningful actions.

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A financial model that funds the organization commensurate with our goals and activities. As is, we are a poorly funded organization that is limited it any meaningful actions.

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Linking the past and present of CEC to its future endeavors to continually improve outcomes for students with exceptionalities

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Linking the past and present of CEC to its future endeavors to continually improve outcomes for students with exceptionalities

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I agree with Need a solid org. Structure that defines activities / concerns that are in-scope…

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We need to support members and future leaders through mentoring, professional development and personal interaction.

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Make Pioneers - whatever the name will be eventually. A huge honor to achieve. Like ASHA does with its FELLOWS. You want to strive for that. The capstone

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When the number of professional development opportunities increases, positive evaluations of these occurs and membership increases.

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...wanting to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth with exceptionalities, and to support the educators who support them.