Council of Administrators of Special Education | CASE

CASE, The Council of Administrators of Special Education, the largest division of the Council for Exceptional Children, is an international nonprofit professional organization providing leadership, advocacy, and professional development to more than 5,700 administrators responsible for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. CASE was organized in 1951 in New York, NY at the annual CEC Convention.

CASE is on the list of the Top K-12 Conference to Attend in 2025 in this K-12 Dive article. If you want to elevate your professional learning and be part of a community that is the VOICE of special education leaders, get involved with CASE now. 

SECTION 504 PROCESS MANUAL

504 Manual
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This new 504 Manual containing sample forms and procedures is designed to be compliant with the actual requirements of the law. Authored by Julie Weatherly, Esq., the focus of this book is to walk educators through the actual requirements of Section 504 with the intention of helping to establish district processes and procedures without the creation of unnecessary forms or processes. Julie Weatherly's goal in providing this Manual to educators is "to help school entities that may believe it is time to consider reviewing their 504 forms and procedures, or entirely recreating them." 
 
In addition to the Manual, CASE and Julie Weatherly, Esq. are offering a virtual training specifically to train individuals and/or teams on how to implement the manual, and answer any questions regarding the use of the information to establish any needed updated procedures in school districts.   More Information
 

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Advancing the field of special education through the delivery of highly effective professional learning opportunities is a pillar of the CASE's mission. The CASE is dedicated to providing high-quality professional learning that is relevant and important to the field of special education, designed to provide world-class learning and networking to strengthen and grow the field of special education leadership. 

Jan
14 —
 Legislative Consultant  

60 Minutes with Myrna

This is a FREE Webinar Series to ensure our members are aware of the current legislative happenings at the federal level. Don't miss these opportunities to engage with other CASE Members in discussions around current issues. 
 
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Jan
15 —
(Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 21, Jun 18)
 Wellness Wednesday  

Wellness Wednesday Lunch & Learn Series

Join us for a rejuvenating "Wellness Wednesday" lunch and learn session designed specifically for special education leaders. In this one-hour FREE workshop, we'll explore practical strategies for maintaining balance and promoting well-being amidst the unique challenges of leading special education teams.
 
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Jan
21 —
(Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 15,
May 20, Jun 17)
 New Directors' Network  

New Directors' Network

The New Directors' Network is a valuable series of FREE meetings designed to support new professionals in special education leadership. This series focuses on building a collaborative network for sharing ideas and refining processes. The initiative emphasizes the importance of fostering connections among emerging leaders to strengthen their impact in the field.

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Jan
22 —
 		 Compliant IEPs  

Developing Compliant IEPs

The key foundational legal session is to ensure IEPs are developed and implemented as the IDEA intends. This session is for all special educators.  

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Jan
23 —
 CASE Collective  

CASE Collective

Join this CASE Leadership panel for a discussion of current happenings in Washington D.C. related to public and special education. Learn how CASE provides a collective voice for leaders of special education and participate in an active Q & A. 
  • What does a presidential transition look like?
  • Is it possible to close the U.S. Department of Education, and what would that mean for IDEA and students with disabilities?
  • What can leaders do to be proactive in times of change?
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Feb 
12 —
  CAST UDL Virtual Training    

CAST UDL

CAST, in partnership with CASE, is providing a 4-part virtual series. CAST is a nonprofit organization at the forefront of education research and development, for its groundbreaking creation of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and UDL Guidelines. These innovative tools have revolutionized educational practices worldwide, breaking down barriers and empowering educators to create truly inclusive and accessible learning experiences for all students.
 
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Feb
24 —
(May 19, Sept 8, & Dec 2)
 Great Leadership  

GREAT Leadership → GREAT Instruction → GREAT Achievement

Featuring John O'Connor, this interactive online webinar series is designed to empower school and district leaders with the tools, strategies, and insights essential for impactful instructional leadership. Through four comprehensive sessions, participants will explore effective instructional leadership practices, data-driven decision-making, and inclusive strategies that directly contribute to student achievement. 
 
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Mar
7 —
 Discipline Boot Camp   

Discipline Boot Camp

The drill and practice all administrators need to complete to discipline students effectively under the IDEA. Invite principals, assistant principals, 504 coordinators, nurses, and superintendents (all staff are appropriate for this training). Some topics covered during this Boot Camp include: historical review of 17 Rules of Discipline for Students with Disabilities, and answers to questions such as how those rules apply to in-school suspension, bus suspension, general education students not yet identified, and students who commit crimes and exhibit other dangerous behaviors.
 
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MEMBERSHIP | LEADERSHIP

Join CASE

As the voice of special education leadership, CASE continually engages with federal agencies, national coalitions and partner organizations representing our members. Focusing on national policy and advocacy supports lasting solutions that will continue to drive the profession forward. The value of CASE Membership includes Networking, Professional Learning, Advocacy, Resources, and Savings. 

The CASE Academy of Law and Leadership

 
April 22-24, 2025
St. Louis, MO
The Leading Special Education Law Conference 
Turning Legal and Regulatory Guidance Into Local School District Practice
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The CASE Conference 2025

The CASE Conference

November 5-7, 2025
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
 
The premier special education leadership event of the year! This conference represents a unique opportunity to unite, collaborate, and inspire one another in our shared endeavor to lead and innovate in special education. 
 
Call for proposals is now open! 
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CASE CommUnity

CommUnity

A FREE Member Benefit is our CommUnity, a resource where special education leaders can communicate with each other, share ideas, post questions, seek resources, and network with others around the world. Take advantage of this tool to its fullest. Access the CommUnity through the Members Only portal. 
Access CommUnity Here
 
 

Endorsed Products

CASE focuses on products that support instruction and data management. This includes curriculum based instruction, behavior intervention programs, and data/progress monitoring systems. As a product is considered for endorsement, the following areas are thoroughly reviewed: product description, target market, feasibility, research base, product research, quality of the product research, satisfaction of reputation, and professional practice.
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ADVOCACY | Diversity

Across the nation, policymakers seek to diversify the educator workforce to ensure students engage with educators who share their identities. In light of this need, CASE issued a call for applications to create a valuable resource to support the field in diversifying the special education leadership workforce. The call resulted in the identification of the Diversification of the Special Education Leadership Workforce Task Force (DSEL-TF). Eighty percent of the Task Force were people of the global majority and included representation from the LGBTQ+ and the disability communities along with many other intersectional identities.   

 CASE, as an organization, is committed to practicing and promoting equity in all we do to honor belonging for all.

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CASE POLICY STATEMENTS

The following policy statements were developed with our focus on legislative action and advocacy related to special education programs. The CASE Policy Committee has developed two new policy statements.

  • Resolving Conflicts at the Lowest Level Appropriate
  • The Importance of Specialized Instructional Support Personnel to Student Success
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Weekly Update | Free Resource

Weekly Update

CASE welcomes all educators to sign up for the "CASE Weekly Update."  You will receive updates from CASE and have access to the most recent news in special education every Tuesday. In addition, you will have the opportunity to register for webinars—many of which are free—and access resources provided by many of our partners.

Register for the CASE Weekly Update HERE

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Friends of CASE are companies that support our mission and assist CASE in making a difference for our members.  Be sure and visit each of the respective websites for our Platinum and Gold Friends linked above.