Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta
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Special Education Honorary |
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Daemen College
Amherst, New York
The purpose of the organization shall be to:
- Recognize the outstanding majors of the Department of Special Education, and to motivate the Special Education/Inclusion majors to continue their exceptional efforts
- To sponsor programs which will provide a richer and deeper educational environment for the college community
- Develop leadership qualities among the members of this honorary
Our Motto
"Reach out and touch somebody's hand." The important words are reach out and touch. It is our duty as Special Educators to extend ourselves to those who require our help and assistance. This not only means as a teacher to a student but also as a model, counselor, and most important, as a friend. The word "touch" is magic. It does not mean that we take our students' hand and lead them everywhere; for then they will be followers. It does mean that we will be there to guide them and help them. Whenever our special friends take that first step by themselves, we let them go knowing that we have reached out and touched their lives.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must have achieved a 3.3 quality point average with a minimum of 9 semester hours in special education courses.
Must have accumulated a minimum of 25 service hours.
Member Requirements:
Must participate fully in honorary affiliated service projects per semester with excuses to be judged by the Executive Board.
Must attend all regular and special meetings. One excused absence will be permitted per semester.
Must pay chapter dues of 15 dollars per semester.
Must maintain a 3.3 quality point average in special education.
Must maintain membership in a professional special education organization.
If these requirements are not maintained, dismissal will take place.