GCASE Elections 09 Vice President

The following Individuals have been nominated to run for Vice-President of G-CASE in our election.

The election will be conducted by electronic ballot. Each G-CASE member eligible to vote will receive an email with a unique voting link tied to their individual email address on file. Remember you must be a G-CASE, CASE, CEC member to vote.

When you receive your electronic ballot, please exercise your right to vote. Look for your ballot to arrive by June 22, 2009.

	Suzanne Carter
Dr. Suzanne Carter, Director of Exceptional Education for Walton County Schools, will continue the forward movement of G-CASE if elected G-CASE Vice President. She promises to collaborate with the current G-CASE leadership to keep the steps in motion as outlined in the strategic plan and to build her own capacity to be ready to take the helm in two years. In 1974, she became actively involved with the CEC Suncoast Chapter in Pinellas County, Florida over an eight year period during which her chapter received the “Chapter of Excellence” award. Executive board experience includes her recent election as G-CASE Secretary, preceded by two years as G-CASE District 5 Representative, and five years as treasurer for the GAESP 10^th District as well as treasurer for GA CEC for the past three years. Suzanne received the Outstanding Administrator Award from the Georgia Federation Council for Exceptional Children in 1999. Professional memberships include CASE and G-CASE, CEC Pioneers, Georgia CEC, CEC Chapter 606, GAEL, GAGC, GACIS and GAESP. Dr. Carter’s dedication to children and make-it happen persistence has been obvious throughout her personal and professional life. She is ready to continue to serve G-CASE in this new capacity as Vice President.
	Deborah Keane
I have just completed my 31st year as a special educator. My work in special education has included the classroom from grades K -12, serving a metro district as a diagnostician, a consultant, a coordinator, and serving a rural district as a Director of Special Education. I have also been afforded the opportunity to work at the GADOE as a program specialist and program manager. My work has focused primarily on advocating for the needs of students with disabilities, the promotion of inclusive climates for our students, and improving the policies and practices that relate to special education services. I continually provide leadership in professional learning activities that promote evidence-based best practices in special education. As Vice President of G-CASE, I would be afforded the opportunity to serve a broader spectrum of professionals who touch the lives of students with disabilities.
	Allison G. Oxford
In these tough economic times, we need an organization that is committed to working to provide quality staff development, a strong voice “Under the Gold Dome”, and support for special education leaders. Please consider allowing me to serve you in G-CASE! I believe that involvement in our professional organization is essential to the strength of profession. This is my 19^th year in special education. I have in served many different special education positions and currently serve as the Director of Instructional Support Services for Murray County Schools. My experience in both the Metro Atlanta area as well as rural Murray County gives me a perspective of the struggles and challenges of both the large and small school systems. Educationally, I hold degrees in SLD, EBD and Leadership. Currently, I am writing my dissertation in the doctoral program at Northcentral University. I have committed my entire career to special education and I can’t imagine doing anything else. Please consider me to represent your interests in G-CASE! Thank you!
	Christi Teal
G-CASE has definitely grown as an organization. We are at the table and have a voice that is heard in many arenas. We have big plans to continue to support our members and to increase our audience and I will be honored to work in any way I can to help us reach this vision. While we need to continue strengthening and perfecting our voice, we also need to celebrate our successes. We need laughter, especially in our chosen profession! And no one but other special education administrators quiet understands our humor. If elected as your Vice-President of G-CASE, I will make sure we increase our shared laughter and fun as I work to fulfill our organization’s aspirations. I would greatly appreciate your vote.