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 6,000 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. 

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Explore Two New Opportunities: Professional Learning Scholarship & State Subdivision Mini Grant

Professional Learning Scholarship

The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) is proud to offer our members the CASE Professional Learning Scholarship, designed to support and empower special education leaders in their pursuit of continuous growth and excellence. This scholarship provides financial assistance for professional learning opportunities that enhance leadership capacity, promote equitable practices, and drive improved outcomes for students with disabilities. At CASE, we believe in investing in our members—when leaders grown, so does their impact! More Information

Mini Grant for CASE Subdivisions

The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) is proud to offer the CASE State Subdivision Mini Grant, created to support and empower current and emerging state subdivisions. This grant provides financial assistance to subdivisions developing new programs within their state unit, working toward becoming an officially recognized CASE subdivision, or expanding opportunities for CASE members at the state level.  More Information

Welcome, LASEA — Our Newest Charter Unit

Julie Weatherly, Esq., Receives NYCASE’s 2025 Karen Norlander Awardfor Outstanding Legal Advocacy

• A career dedicated to advocating for the rights of students with disabilities
• Guiding legal interpretations and procedures at the intersection of law and education
• Deep, committed collaboration with families, districts, and policy-makers to uphold inclusive, equitable educational environments
• Her recognition reflects both exemplary service and enduring impact on New York’s special education landscape. 

Section 504 Process Manual

New Resource Alert!

CASE has Laminated Guides to support the legal needs for every team member

Choose from 3 Options, Plus a Bundle Pack

• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Discipline of Students with Disabilities
• Developing Defensible IEPs
• Bundle Pack with all 3 Laminated Guides

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. 

Aug 27 —			Mindful Matters New School Year, New You: Establishing Habits to Enact Positive Change View Event
Aug 27 —			Developing Compliant IEPs Spend the day learning about the Supreme Court's "Process/Content Standard" for determining the legal appropriateness of an IEP. This training is designed for all special educators involved in the development of IEPs, including new and seasoned special education and related service providers, general education teachers, and those who serve as the LEA Representative at IEP meetings. View Event
Aug 28 —			Section 504 Virtual Process Manual Training This virtual training is based on the Section 504 Process Manual and will review contents and process implementation. View Event
Sept 4 —			The CASE Collective This free session is set to be a dynamic and thought-provoking exploration of the evolving landscape of public and special education policy. With Myrna Mandlawitz, CASE's Policy and Legislative Consultant, and CASE Leadership, you'll gain insider knowledge of how federal policies are shaping the future of education and impacting students with disabilities.  View Event
Sept 5 —			New Member Meet and Greet Have you joined CASE within the past year? You’re not alone—CASE membership has reached record-breaking levels and continues to grow! To help welcome and support our newest members, we host monthly New Member Meet & Greet sessions on the first Friday of each month. View Event
Sept 8 — (Dec 2)			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.  View Event