Illinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education

You do not have to be a CASE member to use the action center to make your voice heard about this threat to the education of students with disabilities.

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The Department of Education has announced plans to move OSERS to the Department of Health and Human Services and OCR to the Department of Justice.

CASE believes both offices belong in the Department of Education. OSERS administers IDEA, and OCR helps ensure students' rights under federal education laws are protected. These critical responsibilities should remain under the leadership of education experts.

📢 Contact your Members of Congress today and urge them to keep OSERS and OCR where they belong—at the Department of Education. https://www.casecec.org/action-center

IAASE is currently seeking session proposals for the Fall Conference. https://forms.gle/iy3H9yyyihGUhUmP8

Calling all educators, advocates, service providers, attorneys, transition specialists, and self-advocates!

Do you have strategies, resources, or experiences that can help families of students with disabilities succeed?

Family Matters PTIC is now accepting proposals for our 3rd Annual Virtual Special Education Parent Summit, October 20–22, 2026.

📅 Proposal Deadline: June 26, 2026

🔗 Submit your proposal today:
https://forms.gle/my7NczTzBPcKSLkAA

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Our IAASE membership year is July 1 -June 30. Visit www.iaase.org and renew today!

Applications now open for Cohort #2! I-SELI is a year-long mentoring and professional learning experience for 1st & 2nd year special education directors. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/s7wdydeu

For all our aspiring leaders….

The future of special education leadership starts with investing in leaders today. The Luann Purcell Continuing Education Scholarship supports passionate professionals committed to advancing the field of special education and making a lasting impact for students, staff, and families.

If you are a current or aspiring special education leader looking to grow your leadership journey, this opportunity is for you!

Invest in your future
Expand your leadership capacity
Continue making a difference

Learn more and apply today!
https://www.casecec.org/luann-purcell-continuing-education-scholarship

IAASE is hiring two new part-time employees. Join our team! Interested candidates should send resume & cover letter to Melissa Taylor, Executive Director [email protected]. Review job description in comments.

Nominations Are Now Open! Do you know an outstanding special education leader making a difference? Now is the time to recognize their impact!

The CASE Awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and a deep commitment to advancing the field of special education.

Early Career in Special Education Administration Award
Outstanding Special Education Administrator Award
Harrie M. Selznick, Distinguished Service Award
Dr. Mary Lynn Boscardin Research in Special Education Award
Outstanding Service to CASE Award

Submit your nominations today and help us shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening at all levels across the field.

Learn more and nominate here: https://www.casecec.org/awards