Michigan CEC

06/19/2026

Today, Michigan CEC recognizes and celebrates Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans throughout history.

As advocates for children and individuals with exceptionalities, we know that meaningful inclusion begins with listening, learning, and ensuring every voice is valued. Juneteenth serves as an important reminder that progress is built through opportunity, access, and a commitment to creating communities where all individuals can learn, grow, and belong.

We celebrate freedom, reflect on our shared history, and reaffirm our commitment to equity and inclusion for all.

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06/18/2026

Special education works best when it is integrated with all education programs.

Moving OSERS to HHS would separate special education from the broader education system and risk undermining inclusion. Students with disabilities represent 15% of all learners, and they deserve to remain part of a unified K–12 system.

IDEA is an education law, and special education belongs in education. Speak out with us! https://exceptionalchildren.org/lac?vvsrc=/Campaigns/121668/Respond

06/12/2026

💙 Michigan CEC congratulates Katy Hagaman and Dr. Precios Armstrong on their appointments to the Michigan Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)!

Katy will serve as Michigan CEC’s primary delegate, with Dr. Armstrong serving as our alternate delegate. We are excited to have these dedicated leaders representing our organization and advocating for students with exceptionalities across Michigan.

Please join us in congratulating Katy and Dr. Armstrong, as they begin this important work! 🎉

06/11/2026

Every student deserves a champion. Every educator deserves a community.

Join us March 3–5, 2027, in Grand Rapids, Mi for the 87th Annual Michigan CEC Conference as we gather to learn, connect, celebrate, and inspire one another!

We're especially excited to welcome Kaelynn’s Partlow as our keynote speaker and look forward to bringing together special education professionals, families, advocates, and future educators from across Michigan.

📅 Save the date now, more exciting details are coming soon!

06/01/2026

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This Pride Month, Michigan CEC celebrates and supports LGBTQ+ students, educators, families, and advocates across our state.

Every person deserves to feel seen, valued, respected, and included for exactly who they are. Together, we can continue building learning environments where every individual belongs and has the opportunity to thrive.

Happy Pride Month from Michigan CEC!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who gave everything for our country. Their bravery will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

Alt Text: Watercolor style American flag graphic with red brushstroke stripes and blue stars on the left. Text on the right reads: ‘Happy Memorial Day. Land of the Free Because of the Brave. Celebrate, Honor, Remember.’ Michigan Council for Exceptional Children logo appears at the bottom.

05/21/2026

Check out this UniFED day with Council for Exceptional Children!!!

Sharpen your skills and connect with your community at CEC's first inaugural UnifiED. This dynamic 1.5-day experience, featuring four content tracks, will bring education professionals together to learn practical strategies they can apply immediately in their classroom or district.

Registration is now open: https://exceptionalchildren.org/events/unified-2026