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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.

    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

  • 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
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Awards

ADMINISTRATOR AWARDS

  • ALA-CASE Scholarships (3)

    Mar 11, 2021, 08:46 AM by Anita Reid
    Apply now for ALA-CASE scholarship for those interested in becoming special education administrators.
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  • Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year

    Sep 6, 2018, 15:52 PM by User Not Found
    Annual recognition for Alabama's elementary/middle school assistant principals sponsored by AAESA.
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  • AAPASS - Rhonda Cotten Award

    Nov 1, 2017, 15:26 PM by User Not Found
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  • AAPASS - Sue B. Adams Leadership Award

    Jan 25, 2017, 10:29 AM by User Not Found
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  • CLAS Little Red Schoolhouse Award

    Apr 3, 2015, 21:06 PM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The Little Red School House Award is given by the CLAS Board of Directors to a person, persons, school, or school system that has inaugurated a significant curriculum or instructional innovation deserving of statewide recognition.
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  • CLAS Dr. James A. Street Award

    Apr 3, 2015, 21:04 PM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The Dr. James A. Street Award is presented by the CLAS Board of Directors to a person, persons, institution, or organization in recognition of exceptional service in the interest of administrators and supervisors, and to public education. The Award may be in recognition of a single, significant contribution during a given year, or it may be for a series of contributions over a period of time.
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  • AASCD Outstanding Curriculum Administrator Award

    Apr 3, 2015, 21:00 PM by Alyssa Godfrey
    AASCD recognition for outstanding contributions to curriculum development, advancement or implementation.
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  • National Distinguished Principal (NDP)

    Apr 2, 2015, 15:38 PM by Alyssa Godfrey
    Each year, AAESA selects one candidate from each district's nominees to serve as the National Distinguished Principal for the state of Alabama.
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  • CLAS Leadership Award

    Apr 2, 2015, 10:45 AM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA) chooses one nominee from the district nominations to represent the affiliate for the CLAS Leadership Award. The CLAS Leadership Award is chosen by a committee designated by the CLAS Board of Directors.
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  • High School Principal of the Year

    Apr 2, 2015, 10:35 AM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The annual High School Principal of the Year Award sponsored by the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
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  • Assistant Principal of the Year

    Apr 2, 2015, 10:33 AM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The Assistant Principal of the Year Award is sponsored by the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
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  • G.B. Beasley Leadership Award

    Apr 2, 2015, 10:32 AM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The G. B. Beasley Leadership Award is presented annually to the person who demonstrates the greatest leadership qualities as determined by the AASSP Board of Directors.
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  • Middle School Principal of the Year

    Apr 2, 2015, 09:59 AM by Alyssa Godfrey
    The Middle School Principal of the Year Award is sponsored by the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP), the Alabama Association of Middle School Principals (AAMSP), the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA), and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
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