Yes I Can! AwardsThe Foundation for Exceptional Children annually sponsors this program which was established in 1981 to acknowledge the achievements of children and youth with disabilities; to overcome barriers caused by disabilities or public misconceptions; to encourage children and youth with disabilities to seek their highest potential; and to increase public awareness of the abilities, aspirations, and personal qualities of people with disabilities. Nominees are recognized in one of the following categories: Academics, Arts, Athletics (to include Motor Skills), Community Service, Employment, Extracurricular Activities, and Independent Living Skills (including Self Care Skills). Thirty-five international award winners are recognized annually and given special awards at the CEC Annual Convention. More information and nomination forms are available on the Council for Exceptional Children web site: www.cec.sped.org/Content/NavigationMenu/AboutCEC/YesICanFoundation/default.htm The Foundation for Exceptional Children encourages, enhances, and empowers children and youth with disabilities, gifts and talents, helping them to attain their greatest potential. Other programs of the Foundation for Exceptional Children include Mini-grants for Special Educators, which provide grants to educators who develop innovative curricula and programs and Scholarship Awards for undergraduate students with exceptionalities.
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