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Our Mission "To enhance educational outcomes and improve the quality of life for individuals with special needs." To accomplish its mission the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children shall: - provide a variety of services for individuals with special needs and those who work with them.
- advocate for appropriate government policies.
- establish standards for professionals and paraprofessionals.
- encourage diversity in membership.
- establish and maintain partnerships.
- provide professional development programs for all members and partners.
Select this link to view our strategic plan for 2006-2007 “Quality Education – Every Child’s Right”
Goals
- OCEC will be its members’ resource for the professional development, support and knowledge exchange that optimizes special education and teaching and learning.
- OCEC will be an influential advocate and voice for quality education for children and youth with special needs.
- OCEC will be a recognized source of quality research and evidence-based practice to assist all professionals in providing effective special education supports and services.
- OCEC will ensure ongoing organizational and financial stability.
Statement of Beliefs - AS MEMBERS OF C.E.C. WE BELIEVE:
- That all exceptional children and youth have the fundamental rights of equal opportunity
and equal protection under the law. - That all exceptional children and youth have the right to an education that provides appropriate opportunities for growth.
- That the unique abilities and creative talents of exceptional children and youth should be recognized and nurtured.
- That service to exceptional children and youth is the bond that holds us together as a professional organization.
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