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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.
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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
Partner Type
- Apps (2)
- Architects (2)
- Assessment (9)
- Communications (3)
- Consulting Services (1)
- Curriculum (11)
- Financial Planning (2)
- Fundraising (1)
- Furniture, Equipment & Supplies (8)
- Instructional Materials (17)
- Insurance & Benefits (3)
- Intervention (1)
- Literacy/Reading (14)
- Mental Health & Wellness (4)
- Numeracy/Mathematics (6)
- Partner (67)
- Photography, Yearbooks, Cap & Gown (5)
- Playground & Recreation (6)
- Professional & Career Development (16)
- School Improvement (7)
- School Safety (6)
- Sponsor (23)
- STEM/STEAM (8)
- Student Support & Services (17)
- Technology (4)
- Travel (1)
- Virtual, Hybrid & Distance Learning (10)
Partnership Directory
Office of Prosecution Services (HEROS)
The HERO program is a statewide Certified Facility Dog Program to assist in helping victims throughout the criminal process.
OnToCollege
Increase ACT/SAT scores with OnToCollege's tested and proven materials. Average ACT score jump is 2 points. Many students increase 3-5 points.
Pearson Assessments
Pearson Assessments solutions, including aimswebPlus and NNAT3, are designed to provide the insights educators need to be able to test less and teach more.
Playworld Preferred
A distributor of Playworld Systems playground equipment for the state of Alabama.We also provide a variety of other outdoor recreational equipment, safety surfacing and installation services.
Presentation Solutions, Inc.
We are the company who sells the full-color indoor/outdoor ColorPro Poster Printers, the Recognizer Ultra Award System & the CoolLam non-heat and non-electric laminators!
Progress Learning
Progress Learning provides a comprehensive, standards-aligned instructional resource and content solution for grades K-12.
Recreational Concepts, LLC
Playgrounds, site amenities, splash play, pavilions, shade, surfacing and much more.
Samford University School of Education
Samford University School of Education Graduate Programs
Scholastic Education
For over 100 years, Scholastic offers the support and resources all children deserve to meet their needs, honor their voices, and empower them always.
SchoolsPLP
We offer almost 2000 PreK -12 online courses with multiple instructional designs to a single interface. Our courses include core, elective, credit recovery and CTE.
Skillastics
For over 20 years, Skillastics has provided simple, easy-to-implement physical activity resources and curriculum for physical education, afterschool and classroom instructors.
Strawbridge Studios, Inc. is a 4th generation, family owned, American school portrait and yearbook company located in Durham, N.C.
Todd Diefenderfer
(334) 301-3562
todd.diefenderfer@strawbridge.net
www.strawbridge.net
StreamVu Ed
StreamVu Ed is the leading service provider of educational video management, distribution and storage. From morning announcements to school board meetings. StreamVu Ed, better communication.
Studies Weekly
Studies Weekly creates award-winning K-6 elementary social studies, science, and well-being curriculum uniquely presented in a periodical format that pairs with an online learning platform.
Terrell Enterprises, Inc.
We provide school furniture, equipment, supplies and learning resources along with turn-key solutions and services for the PreK-12 market.
The Hope Institute
The Hope Institute inspires transformational change by introducing administrator and educator teams to the process of building a character-focused school culture.
Patricia Simpson
(205) 726-2564
info@hopeinstitute.org
www.hopeinstitute.org
The University of Alabama College of Education
The College of Education offers teacher education, kinesiology, and educational neuroscience programs to provide teaching, research, and service for state, regional, national, and international interests.
The University of Alabama Online
The University of Alabama offers over 20 top-ranked graduate education degrees in flexible online and hybrid formats with affordable tuition so you can earn a premier degree around your schedule.
ThriveWay
Peer Helpers PLUS is an evidence-based K-12th grade prevention and support program equipping students to navigate a wide range of emotional, societal, and behavioral challenges.
Transaction Point, LLC
Come see the latest Campus Branding product ideas to help you build tradition and support your staff and students. Logo Mats, Apparel, and Appreciation Gifts