CLAS is an umbrella organization serving twelve different affiliate organizations.
Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators
Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals
Alabama Association of Middle School Principals
Alabama Association for Prevention, Attendance and Support Services
Alabama Association of School Personnel Administrators
Alabama Association of Career/Technical Administrators
Alabama Association of 504 Coordinators
CLAS and its affiliate organizations offer many different awards and recognition programs for current school administrators, students, schools, school systems, and programs.
Awards for individuals who already serve in an administrative capacity
Student scholarships offered by CLAS affiliates
Outstanding educational programs which serve as models across the state of Alabama
Awarded to a CLAS member who exhibits outstanding leadership in their affiliate or at the state level.
Awards and recognition programs for entities other than schools, students, and administrators
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 leader.
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.
Our quarterly CLAS School Leader magazine
CLAS and affiliate news and press releases
Members-Only CommunicationsFriday Update, Main Idea Book Summary, State Board of Education Updates, Legislative Updates, Affiliate Newsletters
