Montgomery, AL – October 23, 2025: Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation declaring October as Principals Month in Alabama. The proclamation was signed during a ceremony at the state capitol. The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) submitted the proclamation on behalf of its three principals’ associations: the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators…
Position: CLAS Finance Director Salary Range: $65,000 – $80,000 (Competitive) The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Director to oversee the financial operations of the organization. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the fiscal integrity, compliance, and efficiency of CLAS while providing professional support…
Job Overview: The Mentor Coordinator will be responsible for leading and sustaining the New Principal Mentoring Program, ensuring its growth and positive impact beyond the initial developmental phase. The coordinator’s role will encompass various tasks aimed at fostering successful mentor-mentee relationships, promoting professional growth and development, and ensuring program compliance with relevant standards and policies….
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CLAS honored 32 Schools of Distinction and announced the eight 2024 CLAS Banner Schools during a special awards luncheon in Prattville. Each Banner School received a $750 check in recognition of outstanding programs and service to students.
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The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) Board of Directors has selected Dr. Farrell Seymore to serve as the next executive director following the upcoming retirement of Dr. Vic Wilson. Dr. Seymore is expected to begin his new role on July 1, 2025.
Dr. Bonnie Sullivan, Principal of Pike Road Intermediate School, has been elected as the next Zone 4 Director on the NAESP Board of Directors. A dedicated leader in education, Dr. Sullivan will begin her three-year term on August 1, 2025, representing school administrators across Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
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.
The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) has announced the 2024 Schools of Distinction, recognizing innovative programs and outstanding achievements in public education across the state.
