Search

News

  • Chickasaw Elementary's Michele Hewlett Named Alabama's NAESP National Outstanding Elementary Assistant Principal

    Mar 8, 2024

    Michele Hewlett, Assistant Principal of Chickasaw Elementary School, has been named Alabama's National Outstanding Elementary Assistant Principal by the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA). Recognized for her exceptional leadership and dedication to student success, Hewlett's innovative programs and positive impact on special education practices have made her a standout in educational excellence.

  • CLAS Names 2023 Schools of Distinction

    Feb 29, 2024

    CLAS has named 32 schools as CLAS Schools of Distinction. From these schools, one from each State Board of Education district will be chosen as a CLAS Banner School. Banner Schools will be announced at the CLAS Banner School Luncheon in May.

  • Decatur City School's Shannon McCaskey Honored as Alabama's 2024 NAESP National Distinguished Principal

    Feb 16, 2024

    Mrs. Shannon W. McCaskey, principal of Frances Nungester Elementary School, has been named Alabama's 2024 National Distinguished Principal by AAESA, in recognition of her transformative leadership and dedication. Her innovative programs have significantly elevated the educational experience and community involvement at the school.

  • Springville High School Principal Named Alabama's 2024 High School Principal of the Year

    Jan 26, 2024

    Dr. Gregory Deval Moore Jr., principal of Springville High School, has been named Alabama's 2024 High School Principal of the Year by the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals. This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Moore's outstanding leadership, innovative programs, and his significant impact on the school's culture and academic achievements.

  • Opelika Middle School Principal Named 2024 AASSP Middle School Principal of the Year

    Jan 26, 2024

    Opelika Middle School Principal Mr. Alan Keith York has been honored as Alabama's 2024 Middle School Principal of the Year by AASSP. This prestigious award recognizes his outstanding leadership and innovative contributions to education at both the local and state levels.

  • Dothan Preparatory Academy Assistant Principal Charles Longshore Named 2024 Assistant Principal of the Year

    Jan 19, 2024

    Mr. Charles Longshore, Assistant Principal at Dothan Preparatory Academy, has been named the Alabama Assistant Principal of the Year by the AASSP for his transformative work in school culture and student engagement. He will represent Alabama in the national selection for the 2024 NASSP National Assistant Principal of the Year.

  • Crystal Aycock Named CLAS Secretary of the Year

    Dec 7, 2023

    Crystal Aycock has been named the CLAS Secretary of the Year, a recognition of her exceptional contributions at the Blount County Learning Center. The award is sponsored annually by Simbli by eBOARDSolutions.

  • District Nominees for Alabama's NAESP National Distinguished Principal Recognized

    Nov 27, 2023

    AAESA, CLAS, and Renaissance Learning proudly announce the selection of the district nominees for Alabama's NAESP National Distinguished Principal. These individuals were nominated for their outstanding contributions to educational leadership.

  • High School Principal of the Year Finalists Selected

    Nov 13, 2023

    The Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) has announced the finalists for the 2023-2024 High School Principal of the Year. These exceptional educational leaders will contend for the prestigious award, recognizing their outstanding leadership and contributions to secondary education in Alabama.

  • Middle School Principal of the Year Finalists Selected

    Nov 13, 2023

    The Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) has announced the finalists for the 2023-2024 Middle School Principals of the Year. These exceptional educational leaders will contend for the prestigious award, recognizing their outstanding leadership and contributions to middle school education in Alabama.

  • October Proclaimed National Principals Month in Alabama

    Oct 5, 2023

    Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation designating October as Principals Month in the state, recognizing the vital role of principals in fostering quality education and their dedication in creating a positive learning environment. The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) submitted the proclamation on behalf of three principals' associations, emphasizing the significance of principals in shaping the academic landscape and inviting everyone to celebrate their contributions throughout the month.

  • Whitney Miller-Nichols Joins CLAS Staff as Director of Governmental Relations

    Jul 17, 2023

    Whitney Miller-Nichols has been selected to be the Director of Governmental Relations for CLAS at the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS). With a background in education, policy development, and communications, Whitney brings extensive experience and a passion for advocating on behalf of Alabama's school leaders to her new role.

  • Piedmont Elementary School Principal Brigett Stewart Receives 2023 CLAS Leadership Award

    Jun 27, 2023

    Brigett Stewart, principal of Piedmont Elementary School, has received the 2023 CLAS Leadership Award from the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS). Recognized for her exceptional leadership and commitment to education, Mrs. Stewart has made a significant impact in her local community and beyond, earning her the prestigious award and a $1,000 check sponsored by Horace Mann Companies.

  • Tuscaloosa City Schools Chosen for 2023 CLAS Little Red School House Award

    Jun 27, 2023

    Tuscaloosa City Schools has been awarded the prestigious CLAS Little Red School House Award for 2023 in recognition of their innovative summer learning programs, which aim to bridge educational gaps and provide engaging opportunities for students. The district's commitment to academic excellence and collaboration has positioned them as a model for other schools and systems in Alabama.

  • Dr. Heath Grimes Chosen as Recipient of the 2023 Dr. James A. Street Award

    Jun 27, 2023

    Dr. Heath Grimes, Superintendent of Russellville City Schools, has been honored with the prestigious Dr. James A. Street Award for 2023 by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS). His exceptional contributions include advocating for English Learner (EL) funding, establishing a statewide organization for EL education, and crafting legislation for equitable accountability.

  • CLAS Recognizes Schools of Distinction and Announces Banner Schools

    May 8, 2023

    The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) recently honored 32 Schools of Distinction and named the 8 CLAS Banner Schools across eight State School Board Districts during an awards luncheon in Montgomery, Alabama. These schools were recognized for their exceptional programs and commitment to student success.

  • CLAS Banner School Awards Ceremony

    May 1, 2023

    Join the livestream on May 8 at Noon as we celebrate these amazing schools!

  • Florence Assistant Principal Melanie Harris Named Alabama’s 2023 NAESP National Outstanding Assistant Principal

    Mar 30, 2023

    Melanie Harris, assistant principal of Hibbett Intermediate School in the Florence City School System, has been named 2023 Alabama National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year by the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA)

  • Crestline Elementary School Principal Karissa Lang Named Alabama’s 2023 NAESP National Distinguished Principal

    Feb 24, 2023

    The Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators has named Karissa Lang Alabama's 2023 NAESP National Distinguished Principal

  • CLAS Names 2022 Schools of Distinction

    Feb 23, 2023

    The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools has selected 32 schools, from across the state, as Schools of Distinction.