Spring is here and our Palm Beach Chapter has many activities and projects in motion. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS, PARTICIPANTS, PRESENTERS, SPONSORS, VENDORS and NOMINEES!

First, Chapter 200 will be hosting the annual end of the school year mixer at Stonewood’s Grill & Tavern in Wellington in May. We need members and potential members to PARTICIPATE! Details for mixer will be posted in the next few weeks.

Second, our chapter is the proud host of the 66th annual Florida CEC State Conference at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa, October 25-27, 2012, with CEC National immediate Past President Dr. Marilyn Friend as Keynote Speaker, and in collaboration with the National Division of Learning Disabilities. We need VOLUNTEERS for several committees, including audio-visual/technology, sponsors, exhibitors, registration, and assisting with set-up along with miscellaneous assistance.  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact our membership chair, Kareem Thompson at klt98@hotmail.com. 

Next, Chapter 200 needs NOMINEES, for our local awards, and mini grants.  Each October Chapter 200 awards, ESE Teacher of the Year, General Education Teacher of the Year, Rookie Teacher of the Year, Paraprofessional of the Year, and Principal of the Year.  Please visit our awards page to download the nomination forms and requirement information.  Nominations are due by May 16, 2012. 

Lastly, we are summoning PRESENTERS, SPONSORS, and VENDORS for the 66th Annual Florida State CEC conference.  Please click on our conference page to download presenter, sponsor and vendor applications.

With the changing landscape of education, CEC is the beacon for teachers, administrators, students, parents, paraprofessionals, related support service providers alike. Please consider joining CEC Chapter 200! We are looking for other dedicated professionals to join our committed organization.

Thank you for all you do!

Sincerely,

Jennifer Lesh

FLCEC Chapter #200 President

Countdown with us to the FCEC State Conference!