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West Orange, NJ – Spectrum360 is proud to announce that our CEO/Executive Director, Ken Berger, has been elected as President of National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) Board of Directors.
NAPSEC represents more than 200 private special education and adult service programs nationally and more than 800 at the state level through the Council of Affiliated State Associations (CASA). NAPSEC members include private early intervention providers, schools, residential therapeutic centers, and adult day and living programs which provide special education services to individuals with disabilities of all ages.
As President, Ken will play an important role in leading NAPSEC’s Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and Membership through strategic discussions and decision-making setting the organization’s priorities. He will represent the association to external stakeholders, championing the needs of member programs and the individuals served. Additionally, he will appoint committee leaders, oversee agency finances, and hold a voting position on the NCASES commission, influencing national accreditation standards for private special education schools.
“NAPSEC plays a vital role in both education and advocacy for the availability of high-quality special education and adult services to all who need them, nationwide. In addition, NAPSEC provides an amazing support network and resource for providers of these services in every state in the nation.. I am both humbled and honored to be elected President of NAPSEC and committed to working with our dedicated members and stakeholders to advance our mission and create even greater meaningful impact for the individuals with disabilities we are dedicated to serving.” said Ken Berger.
“NAPSEC relies on its board of directors and committee members to set direction and lead important initiatives for the organization and our members across the country,” said Danielle Damm, Executive Director and CEO. “Ken had been an active NAPSEC board member for a number of years now and we are thrilled to have Ken now voted into the role of our Board President. I look forward to working with him in this pivotal role.”
Spectrum360 congratulates Ken on his well-deserved appointment and looks forward to seeing him continue to advocate for and advance the field of special education and adult services on a national level.
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About Spectrum360
For 60 years, Spectrum360 has been a pioneer in serving individuals with special needs. Today, Spectrum360 serves children, adolescents, young adults, and adults on the autism spectrum and related disabilities. Spectrum360’s mission is to provide people with autism and those with related challenges the specialized programs and supports they need to realize their aspirations, lead thriving lives, and fully engage with their families and in their communities. For more information, visit us at https://spectrum360.org/about-us/ or email info@spectrum360.org.
About NAPSEC
The National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) was established in 1971 as a nonprofit association with the vision of supporting access to appropriate special education programs as vital components of the continuum. NAPSEC currently represents over 200 programs nationally and over 400 at the state level through the Council of Affiliated State Associations (CASA). NAPSEC members include private early intervention providers, schools, residential therapeutic centers, and adult day and living programs. Our members are located throughout the United States and provide special education services to individuals with disabilities of all ages. Although NAPSEC programs are diverse in the populations they serve and the services they provide, all strive to guarantee that each student’s unique needs are met on an individualized basis in order to achieve his or her maximum potential. NAPSEC is the only national association that exclusively represents private special education programs. For more information, visit www.napsec.org.