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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
33 HelpME
Panic Alert Button -- The NEXT STEP in school safety America’s Favorite, Fastest and Easiest way to call for HELP in classrooms.
Abl
Partnering with Abl will increase each student's access to college and career readiness pathways, maximize district use of resources, and empower leaders to meet goals.
ACCESS Virtual Learning, Madison City Schools
ACCESS Virtual Learning is an initiative of ALSDE. Its primary goal is to provide equal access to high quality instruction.
Maria Kilgore
(256) 797-4946
mdkilgore@madisoncity.k12.al.us
https://www.madisoncity.k12.al.us/Domain/21
(256) 797-4946
mdkilgore@madisoncity.k12.al.us
https://www.madisoncity.k12.al.us/Domain/21
Adams Learning Resources
Livestream Learning Studio for grades K-5. ACT I: Grades K-2 focus on literacy and elements of story. ACT II: Grades 3-5 focus on STEM enrichment.
Matt Adams
(205) 936-0552
dadams@adamslearningresources.com
www.livestreamlearningstudio.com
www.scholarchip.com
(205) 936-0552
dadams@adamslearningresources.com
www.livestreamlearningstudio.com
www.scholarchip.com
Addiction Prevention Coalition
APC is a non-profit community resource that aims to eliminate addiction through our in-school prevention programs, educational events, and our collection of support services.
Age of Learning, Inc.
Age of Learning® is the leading education technology innovator, creating engaging and effective learning resources to help children build a strong foundation for academic success.
Alabama Alliance of Black School Educators
AL-ABSE is a professional education organization that serve educators of all races to help eradicate the achievement gaps among African American students in Alabama schools.
Fred Primm
(251) 583-7941
fredprimm@al-abse.org
www.al-abse.org
Alabama Best Practices Center
The ABPC provides networked professional learning to educators across Alabama.
Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education
High-quality early education provides the foundation for student success. A seamless pre-k to 3rd grade continuum aligns a comprehensive approach during children’s greatest growth years.
Ami Brooks
(334) 531-5972
ami.brooks@ece.alabama.gov
https://children.alabama.gov
ABC’s Alabama Workbooks, eBooks, and Online Testing cover 100% of the Alabama Course of Study Standards in preparation for the ACAP Summative assessments.
Kay Eze
(888) 264-5877
alabama@americanbookcompany.com
americanbookcompany.com/alabama
American Reading Company
ARC Core® is a K–12 high-quality curriculum, available in English & Spanish, designed to accelerate learning, dramatically improving outcomes for both students and teachers.
Tiffany Burney
(610) 992-4150
tiffany.burney@americanreading.com
https://www.americanreading.com/
American Village Citizenship Trust
As Alabama's Semiquincentennial Celebration Capitol, the American Village will be providing resources to registered schools across the state in preparation for America's 250th birthday.
Amp Up Arts
Amp Up Arts focuses on statewide development of arts education for preK-12 Alabama schools through networking, advocacy, and professional development of teachers and teaching artists.
Ashley Lucier
(334) 475-9202
info@ampuparts.org
www.instagram.com/ampuparts
Auburn University
Auburn University Educational Leadership Preparation Programs: M.Ed. Reduced Hour Option (RHO); Ed.S.; Ph.D. AES; Ph.D. ASC
Bailey Education Group is committed to partnering with all schools and districts to improve the lives of all children through customized PD and teacher coaching.
Beable Life Ready Literacy
The Beable® Life-Ready Literacy® System is the revolutionary, multi-dimensional system that accelerates literacy with proven 5X Lexile growth, includes career development, SEL and ACT/SAT prep.
Carol Wilson
(678) 523-0302
carol.wilson@beable.com
https://beable.com/
Camp Explore for Educators, LLC
Camp Explore for Educators helps stressed educators find joy in their personal life and work so that they can meet the needs of their students.
Capturing Kids' Hearts
THOUSANDS OF CLASSROOMS. MILLIONS OF STUDENTS.
Capturing Kid’s Hearts transforms classrooms and campuses into high-achieving centers of learning where kids really want to attend.
Capturing Kid’s Hearts transforms classrooms and campuses into high-achieving centers of learning where kids really want to attend.
Rob Kirk
(800) 316-4311
Rob.Kirk@CapturingKidsHearts.org
https://www.capturingkidshearts.org
DreamBox Learning
DreamBox provides schools with high-quality adaptive learning solutions for math & reading, proven to accelerate student growth. Visit www.dreambox.com for more information.
Edmentum
Edmentum is the leading provider of K-12 digital curriculum partnering with educators to create instructional technology that is individualized and aligned to state standards.