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 Join • Advocate • Learn • Lead

Shape the Future of Special Education Leadership

MAASE connects administrators, coordinators, and support teams across Michigan. Whether you are seeking customized professional learning, interactive peer mentorship, or vital legislative advocacy networks, there is a clear place for you in our mission.

Our Community: The MAASE Network

Our community is at the heart of everything we do. Join our dedicated advocacy group to make a real-world difference in Michigan special education legislation, connect with specialized sub-groups, access vital resources, and contribute to the field.

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The Value of MAASE

Members regularly highlight the benefit of networking, learning, and advocacy as highlights of involvement with MAASE and its members. 

Networking
Connect, learn, and grow with others who have similar roles and responsibilities. Reduce the feeling of isolation that can come with special education administrative positions and increase your circle of resources. 
Professional Learning
Engage in one of the many offerings that exist within MAASE's professional learning portfolio to expand your knowledge and skills with both the technical and relational aspects of special education leadership. 
Advocacy
Expand your voice through an increased understanding and opportunity to advocate with peers. Learn about current issues impacting the field and strategies to speak out on behalf of schools, colleagues, and students. 

Three Ways to Engage

Network

Become a Member

Join a robust community of educational leaders across Michigan. Unlock useful resources, compliance support, discounted professional learning, and targeted legislative updates.

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Cohort Development

Join A Community of Practice

Elevate your proficiency through focused professional groups like the Supervisors of Low Incidence Populations, ISD Collaborative, Early Childhood Administrators, Secondary Transition and many more. 

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Shared Learning

Register for Events

Design your professional learning pathway through a robust portfolio of offerings sure to hit all of your learning needs. Highlighted by Summer Institute, TA and SLIP conferences, regular bimonthly events, webinars and one day offerings.

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Other Ways to Get Involved

Share your expertise through volunteer opportunities. Join a committee, contribute to specialized projects, and play a vital role in advancing MAASE's mission. Please submit your volunteer interests through this dedicated form.

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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.