About Us

Leadership • Advocacy • Collaboration

Advancing Special Education Leadership Across Michigan

The Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) is a statewide professional organization committed to supporting educators throughout Michigan in support of equitable, high-quality education for students with disabilities. 

1000+
Connected Leaders
Statewide
Professional Network
Birth–26 years
Student Impact Focus

MAASE brings together special education administrators and educational leaders committed to strengthening systems, improving instructional outcomes, and ensuring equitable services for students with disabilities across Michigan.

Through collaboration, professional learning, and advocacy, we help leaders build capacity, reduce isolation, and implement best practices that directly improve student success.

Who We Serve

Special Education Administrators • ISD/RESA Leaders • Building Administrators • Emerging Leaders • Retirees

Our Purpose

MAASE strengthens leadership capacity in special education through collaboration, advocacy, and statewide professional connection.

Vision

We envision an educational system that meets the needs of ALL students, ensuring that they achieve their full potential

Mission

MAASE provides opportunities for leadership development, collaboration, and advocacy. We do this in partnership with our members - to shape policies and practices to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Guiding Principles

Partners, highly skilled staff, effective systems and specially designed instruction are essential to achieve the outcomes we desire for students.

MAASE Members

Building Leadership That Impacts Students

MAASE  Board of Directors and Staff collaborating during the Summer Institute in Michigan, sharing strategies and strengthening statewide practice.

The Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) is a statewide network of educational leaders advancing equitable outcomes for students with disabilities through leadership, collaboration, and advocacy.