Upcoming Events
Events
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2026 Law Conference Webcast
March 5 @ 8:00 am - November 30 @ 5:00 pm -
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LEArn & LEAd 2026-2027 Sessions
September 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am - January 21, 2027 @ 3:00 pm -
New Principals Insititute 2026
September 8 @ 8:00 am - September 9 @ 3:00 pm -
CLAS Sponsors
CLAS Launches Podcast
CLAS Executive Director Dr. Vic Wilson explores the relationships that are necessary between school leaders and other administrative roles within a school and school district. In this podcast, expect music, humor, and lots of learning. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
CLAS News
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.
Dr. Vic Wilson Honored with Dr. James A. Street Award
Dr. Vic Wilson, CLAS Executive Director from 2017 to 2025 and architect of the landmark Principals Act, has been honored with the 2026 Dr. James A. Street Award for his exemplary service to Alabama’s school leaders.
Sheffield Education Foundation Receives CLAS Little Red School House Award
The Sheffield Education Foundation has been named recipient of the 2026 Little Red School House Award, recognizing more than three decades of investment in Sheffield City Schools — including over $300,000 given in the past three years alone.
CLAS is Seeking Principal Mentors
We are looking for experienced and passionate leaders to mentor up to 5 principals for a minimum of 2 years. Joining the program as a principal mentor offers a rewarding opportunity for professional growth and continued contribution to the education community. Stipends will be provided for training sessions as well as mentoring sessions.
This would be an excellent opportunity for a retiree who has experience in the last 5 years as a principal or assistant principal. Principal mentors will be required to attend all trainings, development sessions, and mentor/mentee meetings. You must be willing to travel for in-person sessions and meetings.
Click the button below for a detailed list of qualifications and more information about the principal mentoring program.
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