AZCEC The Council for Exceptional Children is a professional association of educators dedicated to advancing the success of children with exceptionalities. Join Now!

We accomplish our mission through advocacy, standards, and professional development. Membership
AZCEC is the Arizona branch of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC advocates for appropriate government

al policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice. Mailing Address AZCEC
2401 W. Dante Way
Tucson, AZ 85741

Please use this address for all purchase orders and checks payable. Join online now using MasterCard, VISA, or Discover. To apply by phone, fax or mail, click here. Renewing Member? Renew online now! You'll need your CEC membership identification number and password to access your membership record. Need More Information? For additional information on the member benfits listed below, contact CEC's Constituent Services Center at (888) 232-7733, TTY (866) 915-5000, or e-mail [email protected] Representatives are available to take your call Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm Eastern Time. Membership Benefits Our Members are: Teachers, Administrators, Students, Parents, Paraprofessionals, and Related Support Service Providers Join the Council for Exceptional Children and share in the richness of the CEC experience. Get the training, resources, and peer-to-peer support you need to meet today's new challenges in special education with confidence and greater competence…and make a difference for exceptional children. As a CEC member, you'll access: CEC Publications and stay on the cutting edge with the high-impact, up-to-the-minute information. TEACHING Exceptional Children
Exceptional Children
CEC Today
Books, Media and Training
Career Development

CEC's continuing education programs
Annual Convention and Expo
Advocacy and Support

CEC is a major voice in Congress, the courts, and the U.S. Department of Education. Professional Divisions

Join one or more of the 17 CEC special interest divisions, allowing you to tailor your participation to your particular area(s) of expertise. Peer Networking and Leadership Opportunities

CEC's 17 special-interest divisions, 59 state/provincal units and hundreds of local chapters make you part of the most extensive network of professional special educators in existence today. Up-to-the-Minute Access via the Web

At the CEC Web site you'll get the latest updates, on news in special education, participate in CEC's listserves, join or renew CEC membership, register for professional development events, and order books and other quality resources online. Discounts on Educational Resources

CEC members enjoy savings of up to 35% on all CEC publications and professional development events including the CEC Annual Convention & Expo. Career Connections

Register your resume, view special education job postings, and access a list of recruiters. Professional Liability and Other Insurance

The Educators Professional Liability Plan is available in limits of $1 million and $2 million. CEC members are also eligible for term life insurance, long term care, disability income protection, and a variety of other insurance programs. Auto Insurance

Comprehensive, affordable auto insurance coverage is available to CEC members in most states. Financial Services

CEC Platinum Plus MasterCard credit card from MBNA with no annual fee. Rental Car Discounts

Valuable benefits on car rental from Hertz including a one-car-class upgrade and discounts on weekly or weekend rentals. Retirement Planning

The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company (VALIC) offers CEC members a comprehensive package of retirement planning products and services including fixed and variable investment options, state-of-the-art administration of retirement plans, and expert account assistance.

TAKE ACTION! On October 11, nearly all personnel within the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Pro...
10/14/2025

TAKE ACTION!
On October 11, nearly all personnel within the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) were terminated.

“These layoffs purposely circumvent the will of Congress and dismantle 50 years of precedent upholding rights for students with disabilities that we have fought for and will continue to fight for. This is one of the biggest threats to this monumental law we have ever seen and we must all act now.”
-Chad Rummel, M.Ed, CAE;
Executive Director of the Council for Exceptional Children

The Council for Exceptional Children works with policymakers on Capitol Hill, in the administration, and throughout the federal government to shape legislation that advances the lives of individuals with disabilities and to promote the policy agenda of CEC. Our advocacy only works if you, our advoca...

Behavior strategies don’t have to be complicated— learn how to make them work for YOU! Click for more info and registrat...
08/17/2025

Behavior strategies don’t have to be complicated— learn how to make them work for YOU! Click for more info and registration:

Dr. Wendy Oaks will lead the conference providing informaton that will equip educators with easy-to-implement, evidence-informed behavior strategies,

📚 Want professional development that feels more like “me time?” Grow your skills and earn credit! Join one (or more!) of...
08/16/2025

📚 Want professional development that feels more like “me time?” Grow your skills and earn credit! Join one (or more!) of our fall Book Studies starting Sept. 30. Info and registration here:

AZCEC 2025 Fall Book Study

Attention Educators! Immediately applicable, affordable, and accessible (Virtual) Professional Development on Special Ed...
08/10/2025

Attention Educators!
Immediately applicable, affordable, and accessible (Virtual) Professional Development on Special Education Legal Topics is now available:
Dates: Tuesdays 9/16/25, 12/2/25, 2/3/26, 4/7/26
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Cost: $40 for all four sessions
Info and registration below:

Get tickets on Humanitix - 25-26 AZCEC Hot Legal Topics for Teachers hosted by ArizonaCEC. Online. Tuesday September 16th 2025. Find event information.

🇺🇸 Cheers to the 15 AZCEC members attending   to meet with our US Representatives and Senators to advocate for       and...
07/15/2025

🇺🇸 Cheers to the 15 AZCEC members attending to meet with our US Representatives and Senators to advocate for and

👏Arizona is representing at the Special Education Legislative Summit   in DC - advocating for  ,   and  . Give a 👍 to th...
07/15/2025

👏Arizona is representing at the Special Education Legislative Summit in DC - advocating for , and . Give a 👍 to the 15 AzCEC attendees!!!

Amazing things are coming! Executive Board Members and Members of AZCEC, AZDEBH, AZDEC, as well as AZCEC East Valley and...
04/06/2025

Amazing things are coming!
Executive Board Members and Members of AZCEC, AZDEBH, AZDEC, as well as AZCEC East Valley and Student Chapters spent the day planning for 2025-2026 events. Keep up to date on events at www.azcec.org/events
A special thank you to International Alliance Group for sponsoring lunch today!

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) believes in access to education that is inclusive and equitable for all. To c...
03/14/2025

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) believes in access to education that is inclusive and equitable for all. To celebrate this, CEC is providing an avenue to free membership so all those in our field may access the resources available to members. This campaign will be launched during the height of CEC’s advocacy to help engage others in the fight for access for all.

Conditions:
* Only available to NEW members of CEC
* Offer is for BASIC membership
* Offer is available March 17-31
* Membership is valid for one calendar year, and
* New Members must sign up on CEC's website at www.exceptionalchildren.org
- Use this code:

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents.

AZCEC, AZCASE, and AZDEBH members..check your inboxes for your ballot and VOTE! ✅
03/13/2025

AZCEC, AZCASE, and AZDEBH members..check your inboxes for your ballot and VOTE! ✅

Thank you to everyone who attended, spoke and sponsored the     Annual State Conference! We had an incredible day hosted...
03/03/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended, spoke and sponsored the Annual State Conference!
We had an incredible day hosted at Dysart Schools full of professional development and networking!
Check out upcoming events at:
azcec.org/arizona-cec-events

  Special Education Day at the Capitol was a wonderful success. Thx to our House and Senate reps that met with us to dis...
02/24/2025

Special Education Day at the Capitol was a wonderful success. Thx to our House and Senate reps that met with us to discuss students with disabilities and exceptional education in our state 👏

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