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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
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Professional Learning
Professional Learning
CLAS and its affiliates provide numerous professional learning opportunities throughout the year.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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Calendar
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Mentoring
What We Do
Professional Learning
CLAS members consistently choose Professional Learning as the most important function of the association. Browse our catalog for event that meets your professional needs.
Legal Defense & Support
CLAS offers a legal defense fund (Indiv/Inst members), sample contracts, contract review, legal counsel, salary comparisons, and administrative support to members.
Networking Opportunities
Networking is the second best reason to participate in professional learning programs. Check out our upcoming events for details.
Awards & Recognition Programs
Finding ways to recognize and honor school and system administrators, schools, and other entities is one of the many ways we advance public education.
Affiliate Organizations
CLAS serves twelve different affiliate organizations representing each type of administrator in Alabama's public schools and school systems. They include:
Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP)
The Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals will serve as a voice and a resource for public school secondary administrators.
Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA)
AAESA's mission is to serve as an advocate for children while striving to enhance effectiveness in the supervision and administration of elementary and middle schools.
Alabama Association of Middle School Principals (AAMSP)
The Alabama Association of Middle School Principals will serve as a voice and a resource for public school middle level administrators.
School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA)
School Superintendents of Alabama is the only association in Alabama for all school superintendents and members of their leadership team. There are approximately 1525 members, including 138 public school systems, individual, retired, associate, and business members.
Alabama Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (AASCD)
Alabama ASCD (AASCD) is a diverse community of educators, forging covenants in teaching and learning for the success of all learners.
Alabama Council of Administrators of Special Education (ALA-CASE)
ALA-CASE works diligently to help members by providing input into the policies and practices in Alabama that impact the quality of education and support to the professionals who serve the students of Alabama.
Alabama Association for Prevention, Attendance and Support Services (AAPASS)
Active AAPASS membership consists of those current CLAS members who are presently engaged in work in the student services and support area in Alabama schools.
Alabama Child Nutrition Directors (ACND)
The Alabama Child Nutrition Directors supports members in their efforts to provide nutritious meals to students and school board personnel resulting in an environment where students, staff, faculty, and staff are encouraged to consume nutritious foods for improved health.
Alabama Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA)
The Alabama Association of School Personnel Administrators provides leadership in promoting effective human resource practices within education through professional development activities and a broad-based resource network.
Alabama Association of Career and Technical Administrators (ACTA)
The Alabama Association of Career and Technical Administrators promotes and develops Career Technical Education through mutual encouragement and assistance of members in the administration and supervision of local programs.
Alabama Leaders Advocating for English Learners (ALA-EL)
Alabama Leaders Advocating for English Learners strives to develop the professional expertise of its members and others involved in educating English Language Learners.
Alabama Association of 504 Coordinators (ALA504)
The Alabama Association of 504 Coordinators serve as a voice and resource for members in an effort to provide equal access to students.
Join/Renew Your CLAS Membership
Our organization was created by administrators for administrators. We focus on children by providing high quality professional learning, networking opportunities, legal defense and support, legislative advocacy, communications, as well as awards and recognition program.