Conference Announcements

Stronger Together: The Portrait of a Collaborative Special Education Professional

October 2 - 3, 2026

Le Moyne College, Syracuse, NY

We are pleased to share with you additional information about our upcoming fall conference. Below you will find exciting information about submitting a proposal, becoming a reviewer, award nominations, CTLE credit hours, and more! Keep checking back on our website as we continue to add additional information and opportunities!

Questions? Send us an email at newyorkcec@exceptionalchildren.org or email incoming president Stephanie Gross.

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Interested in presenting at the 2026 NYS CEC Conference? Submit your proposal by June 30 to be considered!

Conference strands include:

• Innovation
• Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education
• Pedagogy
• Advocacy

The conference will bring together special educators, related service providers, administrators, and advocates who are committed to strengthening collaboration in support of students with disabilities.

We would be honored to have your organization join us as a sponsor for this event. Attached, please find a sponsorship information sheet that outlines the various levels of sponsorship and the opportunities available.

Please let us know if you would be interested in participating as a sponsor. We would greatly value your partnership and the opportunity to have you involved in this conference.



Thank you again for your time and consideration, and I hope we can work together this fall.

Questions? Contact Stephanie Gross at sgross14@schools.nyc.gov