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An award, given by the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA) to an educator who has made outstanding contributions to advance the direction of education in Alabama. This award is given to an educator who has made outstanding contributions beyond expectations which advance the direction of education in Alabama. District nominations must be made…
Marie Taylor & Dr. Michael Carr Scholarship
The Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA) offers a $1000 scholarship to pursue a degree in education administration. AAESA recognizes the need to prepare qualified persons to become elementary/middle school administrators. To assist in fulfilling this need, AAESA offers a $1,000 scholarship to enable a current Alabama educator to pursue a degree or certification in…
National Distinguished Principal (NDP)
Each year, AAESA selects one candidate from each district’s nominees to serve as the National Distinguished Principal for the state of Alabama. This award is available to all elementary/middle school principals who: Online principal for at least 5 years. Demonstrates strong commitment to principalship by active membership in professional organizations Actively participates in community activities….
Saraland Elementary’s Stan Stokley Honored as Alabama’s 2025 NAESP National Distinguished Principal
Stan Stokley, principal of Saraland Elementary School, has been named the 2025 National Distinguished Principal, a prestigious honor recognizing his outstanding leadership in elementary education. His dedication to academic excellence and student success continues to inspire educators across Alabama.
Three Alabama Principals Named Finalists for Alabama’s 2026 NAESP National Distinguished Principal
Three Alabama principals—Dr. Melvin Love, Dr. Preeti Nichani, and Ms. Sheneta Smith—have been named finalists for Alabama’s NAESP National Distinguished Principal award. The honoree will be selected following site visits and announced in spring 2026.
Glenys Mason NAESP Convention Scholarship
AAESA gives an annual Convention Scholarship to attend the NAESP national convention. This scholarship is available to AAESA members who have never attended a National Association of Elementary School Principals annual convention. The scholarship is awarded to pay for the expense of attending an NAESP Convention. The selection will be made at the Executive Board meeting…