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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

    Submit a form and someone from our office will be in touch soon.

  • 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

    AL-ABSE

    Alabama Alliance of Black School Educators

  • 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
  • Advocacy
  • Calendar
  • Mentoring
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Membership

CLAS Payroll Deduction

  • CLAS offers payroll deduction for membership dues to employees in participating school systems.
  • With payroll deduction, your dues will be divided into monthly payments according to your system's payroll cycle.
  • Payroll deductions are automatically renewed each year unless you notify our office to discontinue payroll deduction. 
  • For questions or to discontinue your payroll deduction, please contact us at membership@clasleaders.org.

Participating Alabama School Systems

Alabaster City Schools
Albertville City Schools
Alexander City Schools
Andalusia City Schools
Auburn City Schools
Autauga County Schools
Baldwin County Schools
Bessemer City Schools
Birmingham City Schools
Blount County Schools
Boaz City Schools
Bullock County Schools
Butler County Schools
Chambers County Schools
Clarke County Schools
Cleburne County Schools
Coffee County Schools
Conecuh County Schools
Dallas County Schools
Decatur City Schools
Dekalb County Schools
Dothan City Schools
Eufaula City Schools
Fairfield City Schools
Fayette County Schools
Florence City Schools
Gadsden City Schools
Geneva City Schools
Hale County Schools
Homewood City Schools
Huntsville City Schools
Jackson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools
Lee County Schools
Lowndes County Schools
Macon County Schools
Madison County Schools
Midfield City Schools
Mobile County Schools
Monroe County Schools
Montgomery County Schools
Morgan County Schools
Oneonta City Schools
Opelika City Schools
Ozark City Schools
Phenix City Schools
Pickens County Schools
Randolph County Schools
Russell County Schools
Scottsboro City Schools
Selma City Schools
Sheffield City Schools
Shelby County Schools
St. Clair County Schools
Sumter County Schools
Talladega County Schools
Tarrant City Schools
Tuscaloosa City Schools
Tuscumbia City Schools
Vestavia Hills City Schools
Walker County Schools
Washington County Schools
Winfield City Schools