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Ohio Coalition

for the Education

Of Children with

Disabilities

The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) is a statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities in Ohio, educators and agencies who provide services to them.  
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Ohio Coalition for Education of Children with Disabilities works with parents to help them obtain the assistance they need. If you need one-to-one assistance, call (740) 382-5452 or email us at [email protected]



The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) 
is a statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities in Ohio, educators and agencies who provide services to them. OCECD works through the coalition efforts of over 40 parent and professional disability organizations and over 70 individual members which comprise the Coalition. OCECD has also been funded since 1984 to serve as the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for the state of Ohio from the federal government, U.S. Dept of Education, Office for Special Education Programs.

Latest News
New On-Demand Training
New On-Demand Training
Overwhelmed by Options? Navigating AT & AEM for Your Student’s Success
With so much information out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to understand Assistive Technology (AT) and Accessible Educational Materials (AEM). What do these terms really mean? What does the law say about your child’s right to access?

 
Join Our Team
Join Our Team
The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) is looking for a fulltime Administrative Assistant for our Marion, Ohio Executive Office location.
 
OCECD Newsletter: Assistive Technology Part 3
OCECD Newsletter: Assistive Technology Pa...
Welcome to OCECD’s Winter 2025 newsletter! This year, our 2024-2025 newsletters have been reviewing the topic of Assistive Technology (AT). 
 
MTSS Data Tipsheet
MTSS Data Tipsheet
MTSS Data Drives Decisions. A Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework supports ALL STUDENTS, including English Language Learners (ELL), Gifted, and Special Education students.
 
Together, We Create a Brighter Future for Children with Disabilities
Together, We Create a Brighter Future for...
Your support makes all the difference. Join us in continuing the vital work of supporting and empowering families. 
 
OCECD Newsletter: Assistive Technology Part 2
OCECD Newsletter: Assistive Technology Pa...
Welcome to OCECD’s Fall 2024 newsletter! This year, our 2024-2025 newsletters will be reviewing the topic of Assistive Technology (AT). There is so much to learn about this subject! Our Fall 2024 newsletter is the second in our 3-part series on this topic.
 
Student Learning on Computer
On-Demand Trainings AvailableLearn more about OCECD's On-Demand TrainingsRead More ▸
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Youth Self-Advocacy and EmpowermentRead More ▸
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Contact OCECDReach out for family support!Read More ▸
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OCECD ServicesLearn more about our services offeredRead More ▸
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OCECD ProgramsLearn more about our ProgramsRead More ▸
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Free TrainingsParticipate in our many Free Online Trainings.Read More ▸
Upcoming Events
Sat, April 26
2025 Transition Expo

9:00 AM
Sat, April 26
IEP vs 504 Plans

2:00 PM
Thu, May 15
Understanding ADHD

6:30 PM
Our Team /

"We, the parents, the professionals and the concerned citizens of the State of Ohio joined together as the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) to endorse and promote efforts to provide appropriate quality education for children and youth with disabilities. 

Ideas that work, Office of special education programs, U.S. department of education.