This exceptional conference is planned to meet the needs of early childhood professionals and families in the state and is coordinated by the Illinois Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children, in collaboration with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Jen Newton is an associate professor at Ohio University. Dr. Newton’s research interests include anti-racist, anti-ableist education, early childhood inclusion, and inclusive teacher preparation. She regularly presents locally, regionally, and nationally on a range of inclusive educational topics.
Casey Jefferson
cmjeff1@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-8539
Lucy Morkin
lmmork1@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-2160
Sharing A Vision Conference
October 8 - 10, 2025
