About Texas CEC

Call for Applications: Board of Directors

TX CEC is looking for a passionate member to step into the role of Vice President and help lead our organization into the future!

The Vice President is part of TX CEC’s presidential leadership line, serving one year in each of the following roles: Vice President → President-elect → President → Past President. This is an opportunity to grow as a leader, contribute to the direction of TX CEC, and make an impact on the special education community across Texas.

The new Vice President will begin serving October 15, 2026, through the end of the current term on June 30, 2027.

Important Dates

• August 31–September 11 | Applications open
• September 21–October 2 | Election period
• October 5 | Candidates notified
• October 12 | Members notified
• October 15 | New Vice President begins service

Submit your candidacy

The Mission of TX CEC

The Texas Council for Exceptional Children is a community of Texas professionals who are the voice and vision of special and gifted education. TX CEC's mission is to improve, through excellence and advocacy, the education and quality of life for children and youth with exceptionalities and to enhance engagement of their families.

The Vision of TX CEC

The Texas Council for Exceptional Children is a premier education organization, renowned for its expertise and leadership, working collaboratively with strategic partners to ensure that children and youth with exceptionalities are valued and full participating members of society. As a diverse and vibrant professional community, TX CEC is a trusted voice in shaping education practice and policy.

TX CEC Core Values

• Dignity and worth of all individuals.
• Diversity and inclusiveness.
• Advocacy and social justice.
• Professional excellence, integrity, and accountability.
• Full participation in society.
• Effective individualized education.
• Family engagement.
• Collaboration and community.
• Responsibility to members.

View TX CEC Bylaws (PDF)