THE FLORIDA
COUNCIL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN PRESENTS...
Magic
on the Beach…
Discovering the treasures of
exceptional education
2005 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
October 13-15, 2005
Holiday Inn-Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort
1300 North Atlantic Avenue • Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
First 150 to register get $79.99 room rate (single-quad).
Hotel reservations can be made by calling: 1-800-206-2747 or 321-783-2271
Visit the hotel’s website at
http://www.cocoabeach.holiday-inn.com
Hosted by Brevard Chapter 303
Contact Dan Ezell, FCEC Program Chair for further information
UCF-Brevard, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa, FL 32955
(321) 433-7943 · dezell@mail.ucf.edu • Fax (321) 433-7946
Call for Papers and Pre-registration information: http://www.ffcec.org
Be sure your county is represented at the 2005 FCEC Conference in Cocoa Beach, FL
Magic on the Beach…
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Discovering the treasures of exceptional education
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59
th
Annual FCEC Conference
To be Held in Cocoa Beach
October 13-15, 2005
Pre-Conference Workshop Highlights
Pre-registration information: http://www.ffcec.org
Building and Strengthening Collaborative Teaching Relationships
(Florida Inclusion Network)
This workshop is designed for Exceptional Education teachers and their General Education teaching partners to attend
together. In this session, teachers will develop and strengthen collaborative relationships by learning the characteristics
of successful collaboration, the types of collaborative teaching, the roles and responsibilities of each member of the team
or partnership, and will explore working styles.
Transition 101: What Every Teacher Needs to Know About Addressing Transition
Services
(Transition Center at the University of Florida)
This session will provide participants with an overview of required and evidence-based practices for addressing
transition services. Participants will engage in hands-on activities to develop a better understanding of applying effective
transition practices. Participants will also receive copies of selected transition resources
Improving Student Learning through Classroom Action Research
(Project CENTRAL at the University of Central Florida)
Meeting the learning needs of all students in a class can be a daunting task, especially given the diverse learning
needs. By engaging in the action research process, educators can significantly improve student learning by making
instructional decisions using student data. Learn how to apply the action research process in your classroom. Specific
case studies will be shared as well as action research planning forms, materials, and classroom action research grants.
Best Practices for Educating Students with Autism
(Center for Autism and Related Disabilities)
This workshop will outline comprehensive programming, methodologies, and best practices in the area of autism
spectrum disorders. Evidence-based strategies and recommendations, along with real-life examples, will be provided.
This workshop is recommended for regular educators and paraprofessionals who are including students with autism as
well as special education teachers. Innovative programming ideas supported by the Florida Department of Education’s
Autism Partnership Program will be highlighted.
Contact Dan Ezell, FCEC Program Chair for further information
(321) 433-7943 • dezell@mail.ucf.edu • Fax: (321) 433-7946
Magic on the Beach…
?
Discovering the treasures of exceptional education
?
59
th
Annual FCEC Conference
Cocoa Beach · October 13-15, 2005
Holiday Inn-Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort
1300 North Atlantic Avenue
·
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
First 150 to register get $79.99 room rate (single-quad)
1-800-206-2747 or 321-783-2271
·
http://www.cocoabeach.holiday-inn.com
Pre-registration information: http://www.ffcec.org
Nationally Known Key Note Speakers
Friday Morning Keynote Presentation
Dr. Brenda Smith Myles: The Hidden Curriculum
The morning keynote presentation will focus on the hidden curriculum -- the rules, mores, expectations that are not
directly taught, but are inherently understood. The hidden curriculum is important because violation of these rules
could result in an individually being social ostracized or placed in potential danger. Briefly, the hidden curriculum
will be defined and examples will be provided. In addition, methods of teaching the hidden curriculum will be
overviewed.
Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D. is an associate professor in the Department of Special Education at
the University of Kansas where she co-directs a graduate program in Asperger Syndrome and
autism. The recipient of the 2004 Autism Society of America’s Outstanding Professional
Award, she has written numerous articles and books on Asperger Syndrome and autism. Dr.
Myles is on the executive boards of several organizations, including the Organization for
Autism Research, and Maap Services Inc. She is also the editor of
Intervention in School and
Clinic
, the third largest journal in special education.
Friday Night Keynote Speaker • Yes, I Can! Foundation Fundraiser
Dr. Suzette Garay
The Friday night keynote speaker will be Dr. Suzette Garay. Dr. Garay is an educator
and consultant in special education. She can define success for herself as a Deaf Latino
woman who grew up in the foster care system and achieved her goals. She travels
nationwide, giving motivational presentations and workshops on these issues. There are
talents and possibilities locked within each individual. Dr. Garay endeavors to inspire
educators and parents to really look at each person in a new light, and provide tools to
enable and empower these individuals to achieve new levels of accomplishment. Dr.
Garay is a former Yes, I Can! award winner and is the first Hispanic, deaf woman to
achieve a Ph.D. degree.
Accepted Presentations for FCEC Magic on the Beach Conference
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Discipline (Strand 1)
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Embedding Social Skills Instruction into the Daily Curriculum
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Attending to Attention: Behavior Problem Prevention & The Systematic Planning of Praise
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Positive Behavior Change
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Positive Behavior Change: Setting Expectations
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Money Manager
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KidTools Support System: Software for Helping Students Control Personal Behaviors
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An Ounce of Prevention-Managing Misbehavior in Inclusion Settings
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Let Me See That! Using Visual Schedules and Prompts to Increase Compliance
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Sensory Smart: Satisfying the Need in the Classroom
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Managing Aggression: Teaching Students with EBD to Use Social Problem Solving
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Reinforcement: “How To Do It, How To Maintain It”
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Toilet Training—An Overview for Teaching Professionals
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Functional Behavior Assessment for Challenging Behavior: What Is It and How to Do It
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Countoons: A Research-Based Method of Assisting Students Monitor Their Own Behavior
Family (Strand 2)
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Celebrating Families: UCF Diverse Educators Grant and Port Orange YMCA Collaborating to Bring
Programming to the Community to Increase Inclusion
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Designing a Transition Fair that Meets YOUR Communities Needs
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Inclusion Works!
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Ten Magical Activities for Siblings of Children with Disabilities
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Functional Communication Training: Fostering Communication in the Natural Environment
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Working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families of Students with Special Needs
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Family Involvement in Teacher Preparation: A Project of National Significance
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Making Cultural Connections: Navigating the Landscape of the Diverse Inclusive Classroom
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Debunking the Myth of Family Involvement: What Do Families Really Want?
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The Family Liaison Project “Bridging the Gap”
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What an IEP Doesn’t Tell You…A Student Portfolio Will!
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Building Family-School Partnerships for Inclusive Education
Administrative/Personnel (Strand 3)
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FDLRS HRD Coordinating Unit
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FDLRS Statewide Online Professional Development
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Starting your Teaching Career: Interview Process to the Classroom
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Circles of Collaboration: Mentoring in the Springs Region
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Retaining New Special Educators: The Skills, Tips, and Routines for Teacher Success (STARTS) Initiative
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FCAT, Cognitive Complexity and Students with Mental Disabilities
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Leadership in Times of Change: Challenging and Critical Conversations
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Recruitment Basic Training: Practical Ideas for Districts and Colleges
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Regional ESE Recruitment Initiatives
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Administrators Building Family—School Partnerships for Inclusive Education
Accepted Presentations for FCEC Magic on the Beach Conference
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Technology (Strand 4)
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Using Technology in the Classroom to Promote Self-Management
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FYI (Florida Youth In) Transition Website
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Using Technology – Motivating Students-Increases Student Achievement
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PowerPoint Books for Kids
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Reading Round-Up: An ATEN Region 3 Mini-grant
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Technology Supports for Handwriting
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Charting Your Course for Inclusive Education: Online Professional Development (OPD)
Curriculum & Instruction (Strand 5)
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Inclusion Under the Microscope: Show me the Data!!
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Achieving Desired Post-School Outcomes through Effective Transition
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Resource Revelation
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Using Graphic Organizers for Improving Reading Comprehension for Narrative Text
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Transition Programming for 18-22 Year Old Students: The College Experience
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Using Creative Methods to Improve Reading Success Through the Use of Graphic Organizers
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Opening the Doors to Their Future: A Functional Curriculum for S/PMH Student
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Best Practices for Collaborative Co-Teaching at the Elementary Level
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The Write Stuff: Encouraging Resistant Writers
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A Comparison of Autism Program Quality Indicators. Self-Contained Versus Naturalistic Environments
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New On-Line Assessment Measures for Advanced Creative Thinkers (ACT) – Act4Me.com
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Utilizing Graphic Organizers to Increase Reading Comprehension
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Concentrate! A Make and Take Black Light Experience!
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Accessing the Regular Curriculum: Can They Write? Yes!
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Road Trip!!! The Sometimes Smooth, Sometimes Bumpy Road to Successful Inclusion
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Feel the Art-A Journey Into Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
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Improving Delayed Language Disorders Through Expansions and Cloze Procedures
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Improving Handwriting Problems of Elementary Students with Mild Disabilities through Strategic Instruction
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LEAP: Training Adults with Developmental Disabilities for Self-Sufficiency and Possible Future
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Employment
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Curriculum/Activities for Students Functioning on Supported and Participatory Levels
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I See the Value, But Do You? Motivating Educators to Use Positive Behavior Supports for Students
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Diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome
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Evaluating and Qualifying Students with Asperger’s Syndrome Under Florida’s ESE Guidelines and Sunshine
State Standards
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Collaborative Curriculum Challenge Grant Winners
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Service Options for Learners Who Demonstrate Gifted and Talented Behaviors with Emotional/Behavior
Disorders
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Examples of School and Non-Paid Worksites for Students with Disabilities in a High School Setting
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Including a Behavior Program into the Classroom Curriculum for Students with Disabilities in a High School
Setting
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The Establishment of PECS for a High School Male Student with Autism
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Supporting Students with Autism in General Education Classrooms
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Vocational Skills Training for Students with Mental Disabilities or Autism
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Creating Community in Your Classroom
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From Triangles to Spirals: The Magic of Math and Art
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Improving Reading Comprehension from a Text Perusing Graphic Organizer
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Expressive Writing: A Systematic Approach to Helping Students with Disabilities Plan Effectively
Accepted Presentations for FCEC Magic on the Beach Conference
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Curriculum & Instruction (Strand 5) – Continued…
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Phonological Awareness: Using Assessment to Guide Instruction
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Strategic Approaches to Addressing Struggling Readers
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Standing Up for Me
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ACTion Theatre
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Just say PLEASE to improve paragraph writing for elementary and middle school students
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ASSISTance in Pinellas: Autism Spectrum Support and Intervention Team
Exhibitors (Strand 6)
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PAES, A Comprehensive Curriculum for Proper Work Development
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Scoring and Interpretation of the KTEA-II Comprehensive Test
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Functional Behavior Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans: Where Did They Come From and How Can
We Address Them More Efficiently?
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Kurzweil 3000: The Next Level
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Social Security Employment Supports…Did You Know?
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Instructional Interventions: Games to Use With Reluctant Learners
2005 FCEC Conference
Magic on the Beach
October 13-15, 2005
Pre-registration: September 23, 2005 (Postmarked)
Holiday Inn-Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort
1300 North Atlantic Avenue
·
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
First 150 to register get $79.99 room rate (single-quad)
1-800-206-2747 or 321-783-2271
·
http://www.cocoabeach.holiday-inn.com
Pre-Registration Form
Name
Presenter:
___Yes ___ No
Address
City
State
Zip
County
email
Work Phone: (
)____________ Home Phone: ( )____________ Fax Number: (
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CEC Member: ___Yes ___No CEC member ID #:
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Teacher: ___ Administrator: ___ Parent: ___ Student: ____ Professor: ____ Other: ____
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Pre-registration Rate
On-Site Rate
___CEC Member
$60
$75
___Non CEC Member $90
$105
___Student CEC Member $30
$40
___Parent/Paraprofessional/Retirees $40
$50
___One Day Only (Circle) Fri. Sat. $40
$50
Special Rate:
Register with a General Educator (Pre-registration forms and payment must be included together for both attendees)
___CEC Member &
General Ed. Colleague
$100
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Pre-Conference Workshops (Registration Check in: 8 AM – 9 AM)
Thursday, October 13 (9 AM – 4 PM)
Number in order of preference
Although there is no additional charge for the pre-conference workshops, the number of participants may be
limited.
____ Building and Strengthening Collaborative Teaching Relationships (Florida Inclusion Network)
____ Improving Student Learning through Classroom Action Research (Project CENTRAL at the University of
Central Florida)
____ Transition 101: What Every Teacher Needs to Know About Addressing Transition Services (Transition
Center at the University of Florida)
_____ Best Practices for Educating Students with Autism (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities)
If you are a nominee for one of the following awards, your
registration fee is compliments of FCEC:
Marjorie Crick Teacher of the Year - Landis Stetler Award
Unit President’s Award - Jack R. Lamb Rookie of the Year
Please circle the award for which you have been nominated.
To register:
Make check or money order payable to:
2005 CEC Conference
Mail payment and registration form to:
Dan Ezell, FCEC Program Chair
University of Central Florida-Brevard
1519 Clearlake Road
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Cocoa, Fl 32955
(321) 433-7943
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dezell@mail.ucf.edu
Fax: (321) 433-7946
If you require an accommodation or need information in an alternate format,
contact Dan Ezell at (321) 433-7943 or dezell@mail.ucf.edu
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Fax: (321) 433-7946
Sponsored by: Brevard CEC Chapter 303
FCEC AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Chapter Membership Awards:
FCEC provides two chapter membership awards annually. One award is given for the unit that has the largest
increase in membership by percentage. One award is given for the unit that has the largest increase by actual
number.
President’s Award for Units:
FCEC presents Unit President’s Awards as earned annually. The process for this award takes place during the
fiscal year prior to the annual state FCEC Conference when the award is given.
Jack R. Lamb Rookie Teacher of the Year:
FCEC selects a Jack R. Lamb Rookie Teacher of the Year annually who is named at the annual state
conference. Information/Nomination forms can be found on the FCEC website
Landis M. Stetler Award:
FCEC annually provides members with the nomination process for the Landis M. Stetler Award. This award
is presented at the annual FCEC state conference. Award is designated for individuals who have made a
significant contribution to the education of children and youth with exceptionalities
Marjorie Crick Teacher of the Year Award:
FCEC annually selects the Marjorie Crick Teacher of the Year. This award is presented at the annual FCEC
state conference. Information/Nomination forms can be found on the FCEC website
Nancy Givens Instructional Grants:
FCEC annually awards Nancy Givens Instructional Grants. FCEC annually budgets for the Nancy Givens
Instructional Grants.
Landis M. Stetler ESE Leadership Scholarship:
A scholarship program established by FL-CASE to award a financial scholarship in the name of Dr. Landis
Stetler, a pioneer and great leader in exceptional student education in the state of Florida and the nation. The
award will be made annually at the Florida CEC conference, and Florida CEC will maintain the fund for the
scholarship. Applicant must be a Florida resident and currently enrolled in a graduate program leading to
certification in ESE and/or major in exceptional student education (a focus on administration of exceptional
student education will be given special consideration).
