Events
MAASE offers a variety of professional learning and networking events throughout the year, designed to support special education administrators, educators, and stakeholders. From annual conferences and seminars to hands-on workshops and webinars, these events provide valuable opportunities to develop leadership skills, collaborate with peers, and stay informed on the latest trends and developments in special education. Our events aim to foster growth, empowerment, and positive change in the field, aligning with our mission to enhance the expertise of education professionals dedicated to serving students with special needs.
SLIP Winter Conference
Join us for the annual SLIP Winter Conference. This conference is designed to support the needs of supervisors overseeing low incidence programs and center-based programming. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights on key topics such as Essential Elements/Curriculum, Alternatives to Seclusion/Restraint, and Building Capacity in Staff. Throughout the two-day event, participants will learn from expert presenters, engage in discussions with peers, and have designated time to work on action items to apply in their programs. Supervisors are encouraged to bring their teams to maximize the learning experience.
2026 Registration Opens in August!
Monitoring and Technical Assistance Conference
Join us for the Monitoring and Technical Assistance Conference 2026 hosted by the ISD Collaborative Community of Practice. This conference is dedicated to supporting professionals involved in general supervision, monitoring, and technical assistance within the field of special education.
Over the course of the two-day event, attendees will engage in discussions and learning sessions that highlight the impactful work of ISDs across the state. Topics will include general supervision systems, special education data compliance, SPP indicators, and overall special education outcomes. This event is an invaluable opportunity to learn, network, and deepen knowledge on the essential components of special education monitoring and technical assistance.
2026 Registration Opens in August!
Summer Institute
Join us for the Summer Institute 2025 from August 10-13, 2025 at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Acme, MI. In line with MAASE's mission to provide "...opportunities for leadership development, collaboration, and advocacy...", this annual event brings together over 800 special educators to engage in leadership development and collaborate on critical topics in the field of special education.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in various sessions designed to foster professional growth, discuss best practices, and connect with peers and experts in the field. This event is a key opportunity to stay informed, strengthen leadership skills, and build lasting relationships that support the ongoing improvement of special education services.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
If you have an event suggestion, please reach out to the MAASE Team. You can contact us via email at lindseyzeller@maase.org or use the contact form on our website. We welcome your ideas and strive to create relevant events that meet the needs of our community!
If you need to cancel your registration for a professional learning event, please contact Lindsey Zeller at lindseyzeller@maase.org at least seven (7) business days before the event to request a refund (as outlined in the MAASE Procedures Manual, Page 7, Section B, Item 1).
For multi-day events, the cancellation request must be submitted at least seven (7) business days before the event’s start date to qualify for a refund.
Lodging Information
1-800-462-6963
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Reservation Site
Pointes North (15 rooms) - Call 231-938-9191 and ask for the MAASE Conference group block (Reservation cut off July 6th) - All reservations must be made by calling front desk.
Sleep Inn & Suites (20 rooms) - Call 231-938-7000 and ask for the MAASE Conference group block (Reservation cut off July 6th) - Click HERE to book a room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (10 rooms) - Call 231-938-2600 and ask for the MAASE Room Block (Reservation cut off June 30th) - Click HERE to book a room
Parkshore Resort (25 rooms) - Call 231-947-3800 and use the Group Code MAASE (Reservation cut off July 10th) - Click HERE to book a room
Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel (10 rooms) - Call 231-534-8870 - (shuttle to Grand Traverse Resort) - Group Offer Code: GR81025. Click HERE to book a room. (Reservation cut off July 10th)