Everything you need to know about the Division for Early Childhood
On October 18 - 20, 2016, the Division for Early Childhood will bring together a passionate group of dedicated individuals who work with or on behalf of young children (0-8) with special needs and their families. Leading experts will gather from all over the world to unite with other participants and attendees who are intimately invested in early intervention, early childhood special education, and related disciplines. 


RESERVE YOUR HOTEL
AT THE CEC CONVENTION IN ST LOUIS? 
We're throwing a party and YOU'RE invited! Come join us at the DEC Reception on Thursday, April 14, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Westmoreland room of the Marriott Renaissance Conference Center. We'll have beverages and snacks for FREE to all who attend. 

DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR COLLEAGUES! Do you have a friend that might be interested in attending the reception or learning about DEC? Take this opportunity to engage in face-to-face interaction with the DEC Executive Board, Executive Office, and other DEC members to learn more about who we are in a no-pressure environment. 
 
 

IT'S AN 
ELECTION 
YEAR!
 
What better time to get active in DEC's Policy and Advocacy council?
Wondering what issues are important to the Early Childhood Special Education and Early Intervention community in the political landscape? The DEC Policy and Advocacy Council has got you covered. JOIN US to get involved and informed now!

There are two open positions on the Executive Board for The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) of the  Council for Exceptional Children. DEC is seeking applicants for the roles of Vice President and Member-at-Large.
THIS IS
YOUR CHANCE
TO LEAD!
 


 
CHANGES IN

We want to congratulate Greg Cheatham at the University of Kansas for being selected as the next editor for Young Exceptional Children. The Division for Early Childhood sends their deep and sincere appreciation to Amy Santos for her commitment and hard work as Editor of Young  Exceptional Children and the past several monographs. Amy brought multiple innovative and  progressive ideas to fruition within the journal and across our monographs. These include, for  example, strengthening our student involvement with a student editorial board and working with the Recommended Practices Commission to develop and produce the Recommended Practices  monograph series. Greg has big shoes to fill in following in Amy's footsteps, but we are confident he can keep the positive momentum going with our practitioner journal. DEC also wants to extend its gratitude to all who applied for the position and the YEC Editor Search Committee that made this process smooth and professional. 
LET'S BE  FRIENDS!
DEC's new donor program, is an opportunity for individuals to connect with and support the Division for Early Childhood. For a $40 donation to DEC, donors will receive the following thank you gifts: 

ACCESS

DISCOUNTS

To the DEC listserv and the e-communicator

 

To four (4) free articles from the Young Exceptional Children Journal

10% off at the DEC Bookstore and $5 off Learning Decks

 

$10 discount on DEC Conference registration
Date: Wednesday,  May 4 , 2016

Looking for a job in Early Childhood Special Education or Early Intervention? Interested in posting an open position from your organization, company, or institution? The DEC Career Center  is your one-stop shop for developing opportunities in the field of Early Childhood Special Education