ASCD is proud to join forces with leading education, health, arts, and civic organizations to further the Whole Child cause. Please welcome the latest partner, the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). whose mission is to improve educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities. CEC, a non-profit association, accomplishes its mission which is carried out in support of special education professionals and others working on behalf of individuals with exceptionalities, by advocating for appropriate governmental policies, by setting professional standards, by providing continuing professional development, by advocating for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and by helping professionals achieve the conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.
"ASCD's partner organizations address the needs of the whole child from a number of angles. Each is helping young people grow into well-rounded and successful adults-prepared for college, work, and life in the 21st century-from its own unique perspective," said ASCD Executive Director Gene Carter. "ASCD has brought all of those perspectives together into one initiative, which is at the heart of educating the whole child. It will take all of us working together to make this vision a reality, which is why we are excited to work with true leaders in their respective fields."
The whole child partners have signed on to support a system of academic achievement and accountability that ensures each child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged. Partner resources and information that support the whole child framework can be found in the Resource Clearinghouse.
