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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
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Upcoming Events

January 2024 Lunch & Learn Webinar

"Stakeholders Taking Ownership of Their Schools" Presented by: Maria Johnson and Dr. Debra Wright 

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January 2024 Leadership Institute

"Whole School Wellness: Beyond Self-Care ". Presented by: Stephanie McGary and Vickie Echols. Choose from 3 locations.

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Assistant Principals Conference (Mobile) 2024

A conference designed specifically for Alabama assistant principals sponsored by the Council for Leaders in Alabama School.

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Details & Information

Lunch & Learn

Lunch & Learn Webinars

These webinars are FREE for all CLAS members and feature a variety of timely topics.

Upcoming Lunch & Learns
Leadership Institute

Leadership Institutes

Offered monthly during the school year, these programs a FREE for system subscribers.

Upcoming Leadership Institutes
PLU Checklist

PLU Checklists

View a list of current PLUs and requirements. This is a great resource for starting/completing a PLU.

View CLAS PLUs