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Dr. Rod Sheppard, deputy superintendent of Florence City Schools and NASSP Coordinator on the AASSP Board of Directors, has been named a finalist for the NASSP Advocacy Champion of the Year Award. The national recognition honors school leaders whose advocacy efforts influence education policy and elevate the voices of principals, students, and school communities.
CLAS Recognizes Schools of Distinction and Announces 2024 Banner Schools
CLAS honored 32 Schools of Distinction and announced the eight 2024 CLAS Banner Schools during a special awards luncheon in Prattville. Each Banner School received a $750 check in recognition of outstanding programs and service to students.
CLAS School Leader – Spring 2026
In this issue of CLAS School (Winter 2026), Alabama’s education leaders close the semester with purpose and gratitude while gearing up for an impactful legislative session. Highlights include an eye-opening educator exchange in Australia, updates on Alabama’s rising national rankings, insights on the FOCUS Act, legal commentary, and practical leadership strategies for the holiday season. Plus, meet the 2025–2026 CLAS Secretary of the Year and get the latest on advocacy, professional learning, and upcoming events across the state.
CLAS School Leader – Spring 2025
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CLAS School Leader – Summer 2024
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Dr. Justin Hefner Honored with CLAS Leadership Award
Dr. Justin Hefner, Superintendent of Homewood City Schools and architect of ALSAIL’s organizational transition, has been named recipient of the 2026 CLAS Leadership Award, sponsored by Horace Mann Companies.
