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  • About Us

    About Us

    Since 1969, CLAS has focused on children by providing school administrators with the professional learning and resources needed to advance public education in Alabama.

    CLAS History

    History, mission, and organizational structure of CLAS

    Executive Committee

    The CLAS executive committee serves as officers on the CLAS Board of Directors

    Board of Directors

    These individuals serve as voting members on the CLAS Board of Directors

    CLAS Staff

    View the members of our staff

    Affiliate Presidents

    Leaders of CLAS affiliate organizations

    CLAS Past Presidents

    View the list of individuals who have served as CLAS president

    CLAS Merchandise

    Get the CLAS logo on a variety of items including shirts, hats, and more.

    Contact Us

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  • Professional Learning

    Professional Learning

    CLAS and its affiliates provide numerous professional learning opportunities throughout the year.

    Upcoming Events
    Past Events
    PROSPECTIVE PRESENTERS
    CALENDAR OF EVENTS
    CLAS Annual Convention
    Leadership Institutes
    PLU Information
    Lunch & Learn
    Webinars
    CIL Credential Program
    NAESP Pre-K3 Leadership Academy
    Aspiring School Leaders Academy
  • Affiliates

    Affiliates

    CLAS is an umbrella organization serving twelve different affiliate organizations.

    AAESA

    Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators

    AASSP

    Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals

    AAMSP

    Alabama Association of Middle School Principals

    AAPASS

    Alabama Association for Prevention, Attendance and Support Services

    AASPA

    Alabama Association of School Personnel Administrators

    AASCD

    Alabama Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

    ACTA

    Alabama Association of Career/Technical Administrators

    ALA504

    Alabama Association of 504 Coordinators

    ALA-CASE

    Alabama Council of Administrators of Special Education

    ALA-EL

    Alabama Leaders Advocating for English Learners

    ACND

    Alabama Child Nutrition Directors

    SSA

    School Superintendents of Alabama

  • Business Partners

    Business Partners

    Our corporate partners and sponsors are vital to the success of our organization. Check out our partners when considering a vendor for a project, or if you are a partner, please consider being a part of our organization.

    Sponsors

    View organizations that go above and beyond in their support of CLAS, its affiliates, and its membership

    Partnership Benefits

    View benefits of being a CLAS partner

    Partnership Directory

    Looking for a vendor to help with an upcoming project, check our list of CLAS supporters first

    Exhibit Opportunities

    Showcase your products and services with CLAS and its affiliate organizations

    Advertising

    Check out our advertising opportunities which include a quarterly publication as well as banner ads

  • Awards

    Awards

    CLAS and its affiliate organizations offer many different awards and recognition programs for current school administrators, students, schools, school systems, and programs.

    Administrator Awards

    Awards for individuals who already serve in an administrative capacity

    Scholarships

    Student scholarships offered by CLAS affiliates

    Banner Schools/Schools of Distinction

    Outstanding educational programs which serve as models across the state of Alabama

    CLAS Leadership Award

    Awarded to a CLAS member who exhibits outstanding leadership in their affiliate or at the state level.

    Other Awards

    Awards and recognition programs for entities other than schools, students, and administrators

  • Membership

    Membership

    The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools was founded in 1969 by administrators and for administrators. We focus on high quality professional learning, networking, legal defense, advocacy, communication, and recognition for Alabama's school leaders.

    Benefits of CLAS
    Join/Renew Now
    Membership Forms
    Legal Defense Fund
    Legal Services
    Job Bank
  • Communications

    Communications

    CLAS offers its members various communications to help them stay informed about educational matters including upcoming events, legislation, State Board of Education, CLAS news, affiliate news, and so much more.

    CLAS Publications

    Our quarterly CLAS School Leader magazine

    The PrincipAL Truth Podcast

    A podcast by Dr. Vic Wilson featuring school leadership themes

    News

    CLAS and affiliate news and press releases

    Members-Only Communications
    Friday Update, Main Idea Book Summary, State Board of Education Updates, Legislative Updates, Affiliate Newsletters
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AAESA Board of Directors 2023-2024

AAESA Past Presidents

President

Karissa Lang
Crestline Elementary School
 

President-Elect

Stan Stokley
Saraland Elementary School
 

Vice-President

Dilhani Uswatte
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
 

Secretary

Cindy Poteet
Northside Intermediate School
 

Past President

Waller Martin, Jr.
Brookwood Elementary School

CLAS Executive Director

Vic Wilson
CLAS
 

AAESA Assistant Executive Director

Rickey Darby
AAESA
 

CLAS Board

Dilhani Uswatte
Rocky Ridge Elementary
 

CLAS Board

Veronica Coleman
Chastang-Fournier K-8
 

CLAS Board

Charles Gardener
Hokes Bluff Elementary
 

CLAS Board

Dana Bottoms
W J Carroll Intermediate School
 

CLAS Board

Waller Martin, Jr.
Brookwood Elementary School
 

CLAS Board

Stan Stokley
Saraland Elementary School
 

CLAS Board

Sheneta Smith
Howell-Graves Preschool

CLAS Board

Margaret Jones
Edgewood Elementary School

District Presidents and Representatives

District I President

Eric Kirkman
Kilby Laboratory School

District I Representative

Karissa Lang
Crestline Elementary School

District II President

Christy Amick
Chickasaw Elementary School

District II Representative

Timothy Dollar
Wilmer Elementary School

District III President

Preeti Nichani
Tuscaloosa Magnet School-Elementary

District III Representative

James Rainey
Northridge Middle School
 

District IV President

Amy Burbank
Green Valley Elementary School

District IV Representative

Kara School
South Shades Crest Elementary School

District V President

Katie Holland
Eura Brown Elementary School

District V Representative

Brigett Stewart
Piedmont Elementary School

District VI President

Tisha Lewis
Westside Elementary School

District VI Representative

Felicia Tinker
School of Discovery

District VII President

Caroline Raville
Ogletree Elementary School

District VII Representative

Bonnie Sullivan
Pike Road Intermediate School

District VIII President

Vacant

District VIII Representative

Michelle Moore
Foley Elementary School 

District IX President

Vacant

District IX Representative

Teresa Simms
Troy Elementary School
 

District X President

Stewart Thorson
Chapman Elementary School

District X Representative

Hovet Dixon
Highlands Elementary School

Awards Committee

Bonnie Sullivan
Pike Road Intermediate School
 

Budget and Finance

Rickey Darby
AAESA
 

Bylaws & Resolutions

Alice Turney
Riverchase Elementary School
 

Magazine Editor

Jill Eaton

Federal Relations

David Carpenter
Jeter Primary School

Membership

Barry Wood
Pleasant Home School

Membership

Bonnie Sullivan
Pike Road Intermediate School

Membership Co-Chair

Michael South
W.C. Handy School

National Distinguished Principal Chair

Brigett Stewart
Piedmont Elementary School

National Distinguished Principal Co-Chair

Karissa Lang
Crestline Elementary School

Nominating

Addam Moody
Brooks Elementary School

NAESP

Dr. Earl Franks