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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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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.
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New OCECD's Third Digital Postcard
New OCECD's Third Digital Postcard
Welcome to OCECD’s third Digital Postcard—a quick and engaging way to better understand Autism Diagnosis vs. Educational Eligibility. This edition explores what autism means in schools, whether a medical diagnosis is required, and the key differences between medical and educational identification.
 
OCECD’s Second Digital Postcard!
OCECD’s Second Digital Postcard!
This edition focuses on Student Wellness and walks you through a Whole Child Approach, Parent and Family Support, practical tips for supporting student well-being, and helpful resources to guide families and educators in nurturing the social, emotional, and physical needs of children. 
 
Your Compass to Parents’ Rights in Special Education
Your Compass to Parents’ Rights in Specia...
Ohio’s Procedural Safeguards are essential—but they’re not always easy to understand. Your Compass to Parents’ Rights in Special Education was created as a companion document to help families navigate legal language and complex processes with confidence.
 
OCECD / OCDBE
OCECD / OCDBE
Two informational one-pagers designed to introduce families, educators, and community partners to the services offered by the Ohio Center for Deafblind Education (OCDBE) and the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD).
 
OCECD Digital Postcard
OCECD Digital Postcard
Welcome to OCECD’s very first Digital Postcard—a fresh and engaging way to explore timely topics and access important information at a glance. Our first edition focuses on School Choice and walks you through Understanding School Choice, available School Choice Options, Scholarships, and five helpful points to consider as you navigate your decisions. 
 
Welcoming 2026: A Year of New Opportunities with OCECD
Welcoming 2026: A Year of New Opportuniti...
As the end of 2025 fast approaches, all of us at OCECD wish to extend our gratitude to the parents, caregivers, and families who have allowed us, as Ohio’s Parent Training and Information Center, to serve you. It has been an honor to support you as you navigate special education, build strong teams, and champion inclusive opportunities.
 
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Mon, April 6
Autism Awareness
7:00 PM
Mon, April 6
Concienciación sobre el autismo
6:00 PM
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"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. 
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The contents of this website were developed in part under a grant from the US Department of Education, #H328M150052. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government or Project Officer, David Emenheiser.