C-SPED is committed to assisting
educational professionals and parents make a positive difference in the lives
of children and youth. Through C-SPED's network of services, easy access to the most current information
disseminated in education is available. The array of services are designed
to assist educators and parents make informed decisions based
on up-to-date research-based information and to develop practical solutions for the
many issues they face daily.
Mission Statement
It is the mission of C-SPED to facilitate
professional development for educators by providing useful and practical
services and products that result in improved programs for
children with disabilities and those who are at risk for school failure.
C-SPED provides the following network of services to achieve its mission.
Array of Supports
Web Site Subscription
The staff of educators and consultants at C-SPED realize how busy educational professionals are with their job responsibilities, as well as, the need for parents to access useful information. The C-SPED web site is designed to provide quick and easy access to relevant material in a time of 'information overload' and an ever-growing maze of research.
A variety of information is posted daily to keep educators and parents informed of the latest happenings in education. Quick tips and helpful hints are available to assist educators maintain compliance with the vast number of regulatory procedures that must be implemented.
Week-In Review E-mail Service
Products
C-SPED products are designed by educators
using research-based information and a quality, practical format. Resources
are developed for administrators, preK-12 special and regular education
teachers, related services providers, school psychologists, counselors,
parents and support personnel. Visit C-SPED's online Bookstore for easy ordering
of various books and videos.
Professional Development
Through C-SPED's training institutes and
conferences, the leading experts in education bring their knowledge
and expertise to educators and parents. C-SPED provides an array of
training opportunities on various topics that impact services to children
and youth with disabilities and those who are at risk of school failure.
All institutes and conferences are designed to ensure participants have
the opportunity to gain an understanding of the best-practice techniques
and/or current information to assist in improving services for children
and youth. For more information on C-SPED's training institutes and
conferences, click on Professional Development.
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