Who We Are

A community of professionals and parents dedicated to improving the quality of life for children identified as emotionally disturbed and/or behavior disordered.

We are the Wisconsin Council for Children with Behavior Disorders of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

For further information contact us.

What We Believe

• All people are capable of continuous development and improvement as well as encouragement and support which is essential for people to reach their greatest potential.
• Diversity is to be celebrated, nurtured, and understood, and we can address the needs of diverse populations.
• We can make a positive difference in the quality of life for others.
• We must value excellence and professionalism.
• We can promote and effect change to serve the needs of children identified as Emotionally Disturbed/Behaviorally Disordered.
• Children identified as Emotionally Disturbed/Behaviorally Disordered are entitled to equal educational opportunities and quality of services.
• Success for children identified as Emotionally Disturbed/Behaviorally Disordered requires creative collaboration among all service providers.
• Advocacy is a responsibility of all those who serve children identified as having an Emotional Behavioral Disability/Emotional Disturbance.

Professionals Represented in WICCBD

WICCBD membership represents a diverse group of professionals, representing public schools and residential facilities, and including:

• Regular and special education teachers
• School psychologists
• School administrators
• School social workers
• Clinical psychologists
• University faculty
• Speech pathologists
• Undergraduate and graduate students