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Official ribbon cutting at the introduction of the Partner Web site at CAST, February 28, 2000

The Center draws on the talents of five partners who are already established leaders in their fields:

Boston College, Department of Teacher Education, Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction
...for its leadership in integrating best practices in regular and special education.

Boston College is a community of scholars and practitioners engaged in inquiry and practice that aim to improve the lives of children, youth and families. Students who complete their degrees at Boston College carry into their professional lives a commitment to serve others through their teaching, counseling, school and university administration, educational evaluation, policy work and research.

Founded in 1984, CAST is an educational, not-for-profit organization that uses technology to expand opportunities for all people, including those with disabilities.

CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.

Under HCI, Schooling and Children's emphasis on program evaluation, innovative schools, and community linkages are integrated with the activities of the Center for Children's Health and with Children's Studies at Harvard, an interdisciplinary effort developed by Schooling and Children.

The Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights (PACER) Center is a nonprofit that helps parents and families of children with disabilities. They have 25 programs assisting individuals with and without disabilities.