CAS Delegate Assembly - May 14, 2025 - 4:30 p.m.
2025-05-14 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Mezza Luna, Hauppauge, NY, 644 Vander
CAS MAY DELEGATE ASSEMBLY MEETING
Blue Ribbon Awards
Honor Retirees

CAS Executive Board Meeting
2025-05-27 16:30 - 17:00, 2025-07-29 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-08-26 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-09-30 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-10-28 16:30 - 18:00 | VIA ZOOM

CAS Scholarship Presentation
2025-05-27 17:00 - 18:00 | VIA ZOOM

Thought Partner Thursdays - May 29, 2025 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
2025-05-29 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
9:30 -10:30 am

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 919 5523 5432 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Future Sessions:
May 29

WELCOME
These sessions will focus on important topics for today’s leaders. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the initiatives they are working on, as well as the challenges they face, with other leaders. Creating a network of support for each other, participants will serve as thought partners to offer suggestions, propose next steps and recommend professional resources.

We look forward to working with you on
your initiatives. Feel free to attend one or
all sessions as your schedule permits.

Join our network of support across New York State with facilitators Dr. Eva Jones and Caroline Gizzi.

Questions? Contact Eva Jones: ejones@essaa.org.

NYS Board of Regents Meeting
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-10, 2025-07-14 - 2025-07-15, 2025-09-08 - 2025-09-09, 2025-10-06 - 2025-10-07, 2025-11-03 - 2025-11-04 | NY

CAS Executive Board Meeting
2025-06-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Cafe Rustia, 175 W. Main Street, Smithtown, NY, United States

NYS Board of Regents Meeting - Recess
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-31 | NY

Thought Partner Thursdays - August 21, 2025 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
2025-08-21 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
We’re excited to announce Thought Partner Thursdays will continue for 2025-2026!

Join our first session
August 21, 2025
9:30-10:30 AM

New and returning school leaders welcome
Free to ESSAA Members

This is an opportunity to meet school leaders and other administrators from across the state to discuss the many facets of the job and learn from each other.

THOUGHT PARTNER THURSDAYS

August 21, 2025
9:30 -10:30 am

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 985 2140 8642
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Join our network of support across New York State with facilitators Dr. Eva Jones and Caroline Gizzi.

Mark your calendars
for future dates:
September 25
October 30
December 11
January 22
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28

Welcome…and welcome back!
These sessions will focus on important topics for today’s leaders. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the initiatives they are working on, as well as the challenges they face, with other leaders. Creating a network of support for each other, participants will serve as thought partners to offer suggestions, propose next steps and recommend professional resources.

We look forward to working with you on
your initiatives. Feel free to attend one or
all sessions as your schedule permits.

Questions?
Contact Eva Jones: ejones@essaa.org.

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CAS Unit Leadership Conference
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:30 | VIA ZOOM
We hope this letter finds you well and that you enjoyed the summer.

I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for your dedication and commitment to serving as Unit President. Your leadership is vital to protecting the well-being of your members and advocating for their rights.

CAS understands the challenges and responsibilities of being Unit President, and we want to assure you that we are here to support you in every way possible. CAS is fully committed to providing all our units with the resources, guidance, and assistance that they need to succeed, and we are ready to stand by you in your leadership journey.

We know your time is precious. Towards that end, we are pleased to announce a brief (30-45 minutes) but informative Union Leadership Seminar on Zoom scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

This seminar is designed specifically for all Unit Presidents and Executive Board members. We will cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
· Negotiation strategies and tactics
· Election processes and unit bylaws
· Effective communication and internal conflict resolution
· Building and maintaining strong member relationships
· Safeguarding and protecting union finances and limiting tax exposure

This seminar will provide valuable insights and tools to strengthen your leadership abilities and better serve your members. If you or your executive board members (please forward) will benefit from meeting with our CAS attorneys, please RSVP here. Demetria will send the Zoom link after you indicate the desire to attend the workshop.

Thank you again for your dedication to our union. We look forward to working with you and supporting your success.

NYSED Stakeholder Meeting
2025-09-23 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-16 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00 | VIA ZOOM

Thought Partner Thursdays - September 25, 2025 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
2025-09-25 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
We’re excited to announce Thought Partner Thursdays will continue for 2025-2026!

New and returning school leaders welcome
Free to ESSAA Members

This is an opportunity to meet school leaders and other administrators from across the state to discuss the many facets of the job and learn from each other.

THOUGHT PARTNER THURSDAYS

October 30
December 11
January 22
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28

Welcome…and welcome back!
These sessions will focus on important topics for today’s leaders. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the initiatives they are working on, as well as the challenges they face, with other leaders. Creating a network of support for each other, participants will serve as thought partners to offer suggestions, propose next steps and recommend professional resources.

We look forward to working with you on
your initiatives. Feel free to attend one or
all sessions as your schedule permits.

Questions?
Contact Eva Jones: ejones@essaa.org.

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CAS Unit Leadership Reception
2025-10-15 16:30 - 18:30 | The Refuge, 515 Broadhollow Road, Melville, NY

Remember the Real Reasons You Lead
2025-10-21 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
Join us Tuesday, October 21st

Join us for an hour with presenter Heidy Lafleur to regain perspective, keep it simple, and remember WHY you do this life-changing work!

10/21/25
9:30 AM * via zoom
free to all ESSAA members
$35 non-members

REGISTER HERE
REGISTRATION CLOSES
Thursday, 10/16/25
Click here to learn more about our presenter, Heidy Lafleur

CTLE Workshop: Safe Space Forum for Probationary Administrators Tuesday, October 21st at 4:00 P.M with Dr. Mike Fama
2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:30 | VIA ZOOM
To help probationary administrators navigate sometimes unchartered waters, CAS has developed a series of three (3) workshops for probationary administrators focusing on topics generated by the participants that will explore the importance of educational leadership, common workplace concerns, best practices, personal and professional growth, and collaboration, all anchored in the Professional Standards of Educational Leaders (PSEL). These confidential workshops will allow participants to work with a seasoned mentor and network with colleagues in similar positions across Long Island. Participants will indicate the topics they would like to discuss and submit questions about these topics when registering. Participants are welcome to attend some or all sessions.
The workshops will be facilitated by Dr. Michael Fama, longtime principal of the John F. Kennedy Middle School in Comsewogue. Mike has also been a mathematics and business teacher in the East Meadow School District and an Assistant Principal at Lindenhurst Middle School. He was instrumental in guiding JFK Middle School through the recent pandemic and achieving Middle States Accreditation. In addition to teaching and motivating future school leaders at St. Joseph’s University in Patchogue, he is currently visiting schools seeking accreditation throughout the northeast as a Volunteer Team Member for the Middle States Association.
This workshop is at no cost to all CAS administrators. CAS is a certified NYSED Continuing Teacher Leader Education (CTLE) sponsor, and successful participants will earn one (1) hour of CTLE professional development credit applicable toward the hours needed for continuing certification for each session. Upcoming CAS CTLE Workshops are scheduled throughout the school year and communicated through email and the www.casliny.com website.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Navigating First Amendment Rights in Schools
2025-10-23 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
Leadership and Legal
Discussion Forum:
Navigating First Amendment Rights in Schools

Thursday, October 23
9:30 – 10:30am
Zoom Information Here
Meeting ID: 895 5667 8896
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Presenters:
ESSAA President, Carol Conklin-Spillane
& Our ESSAA Attorneys

School leaders often find themselves navigating the fine line between protecting student rights and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment. Join the ESSAA legal team for an informal discussion and practical legal guidance on how to respond when First Amendment issues arise in schools. ESSAA attorneys will outline proactive strategies for minimizing conflicts and suggest ways to address challenges. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and pose scenarios during this interactive discussion.

REGISTER HERE

Starting Off Strong - A Workshop for New Administrators
2025-10-29 16:30 - 17:30 | VIA ZOOM
REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 27, 2025

Carol Conklin-Spillane
President of ESSAA

Paul Pagano
ESSAA Attorney

Mike Starvaggi
ESSAA Attorney

Thought Partner Thursdays - October 30, 2025 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
2025-10-30 09:30 - 10:30 | VIA ZOOM
December 11
January 22
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28

Welcome…and welcome back!
These sessions will focus on important topics for today’s leaders. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the initiatives they are working on, as well as the challenges they face, with other leaders. Creating a network of support for each other, participants will serve as thought partners to offer suggestions, propose next steps and recommend professional resources.

We look forward to working with you on
your initiatives. Feel free to attend one or
all sessions as your schedule permits.

Questions?
Contact Eva Jones: ejones@essaa.org.

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New & Probationary Administrators CTLE Workshop - Zoom
2025-11-06 16:00 - 17:30 | VIA ZOOM
The “New & Probationary Administrators CTLE Workshop” on Zoom will be presented by CAS Attorneys Brad Stuhler and Paul Pagano. The first part of the workshop will delve into the legal aspects of administrative tenure, seniority, and frequent legal concerns confronting new and probationary administrators.
The second part of the workshop will focus on school safety, student discipline, and some common workplace issues facing new administrators. Brad and Paul will provide practical guidance, best practices, and common-sense strategies for success through scenarios involving students, staff, and parents based on their recent experiences.
CAS is a certified NYSED Continuing Teacher Leader Education (CTLE) sponsor. Successful participants will earn two (2) hours of CTLE professional development credit applicable toward the hours needed for continuing certification.
Additional CAS CTLE Workshops are scheduled throughout the school year and communicated through email and the www.casliny.com website.
This workshop is at no cost for all CAS administrators. All new and probationary administrators are strongly encouraged to attend this workshop. If you would like to attend, please fill out this form as soon as possible.
We look forward to seeing you!

ESSAA Executive Board Meeting
2025-11-10 16:30 - 17:30 | VIA ZOOM
