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NYCASE Membership Benefits

You Have People!

When you join New York Council of Administrators of Special Education, you join people who work for you: professionals who work on behalf of students with disabilities. 

NYCASE members are:

Leaders, Educators, Advocates

NYCASE is a respected organization that represents you through a close working relationship with representatives from:

  • The New York State Education Department
  • The New York Council of School Superintendents
  • The School Boards Association
  • The Big Five School Districts
  • The New York State Board of Directors
  • CASE/CEC
  • New York State Council of Educational Associations

What do you get:

Advocacy & Professional Development

  • NYCASE takes very strong advocacy positions to ensure that the rights of students are protected.
  • NYCASE members receive regular newsletters with updated legislative news.
  • Members only portal on the NYCASE Website where additional information and resources can be found
  • NYCASE’s voice is heard in educational policy and regulations development through Public Comment submissions made on members’ behalf by the Board of Directors.
  • NYCASE maintains an active and current website that offers news, legislative/policy updates, resources and professional connections, and access to members-only information and discussion forums.
  • NYCASE hosts a renowned yearly Summer Institute with speakers and authors from across the country and workshops presenting on timely issues and effective professional practices. 
  • NYCASE hosts/co-hosts additional professional development opportunities throughout the year
  • NYCASE members get reduced rates for the conference. 
  • NYCASE maintains collegial contacts that add to members’ professional growth and experience.
  • NYCASE participates in statewide surveys to formulate positions on issues facing professionals who provide services to students with disabilities.
  • NYCASE provides representation at state level meetings with the State Education Department officials on potential changes to legislation, regulations and/or guidance documents.
  • NYCASE offers unlimited opportunities for networking and peer support.
  • NYCASE members have the opportunity to serve on the NYCASE Board of Directors as a regional representative to enhance development of quality services for students with disabilities.
  • NYCASE members can participate in or host regional membership discussion groups, known as “roundtable”, in which members remain current on special education issues and receive peer support in managing changes   and challenges.
  • NYCASE members foster special education leadership and keep the spotlight on critical issues.
  • NYCASE maintains affiliations with other professionally-linked organizations.

That’s why when you join NYCASE you can say, I Have People!

If you wish to apply online please use the join now button on top right this page. If you prefer printing an application form please click here: 

 Membership Form
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NYCASE Awards

 NYCASE acknowledges the need to recognize outstanding individuals among the ranks of its members as well as individuals whose accomplishments have improved the field of special education. NYCASE has established three awards each annually at the Summer Conference. The three awards are: The Friend of Special Education Award, The Karen Norlander Outstanding Legal Advocacy Award and the Special Education Administrator of the Year Award. 

Friend of Special Education Award 
The "Friend of Special Education" Award is given to recognize the lifetime achievement of an individual who has advocated for the needs of students with disabilities and their families by influencing the development of policy or legislation. This award recipient selection has been the responsibility of the Co-Presidents.
The 2025 recipient is New York State Education Department Commissioner Dr. Betty A. Rosa

The Karen Norlander Outstanding Legal Advocacy Award
The award was established to honor Karen Norlander's legacy and is to be given annually to an attorney to recognize the lifetime achievement of an individual who has advocated for the needs of students with disabilities and their families by influencing the development of legal procedures, policy or legislation. This recognition honors the accomplishments, leadership and tireless advocacy of an individual on behalf of individuals with disabilities. This award recipient has been selected by the NYCASE Board.
The 2025 recipient is Attorney Julie Weatherly

The Special Education Administrator of the Year Award
The NYCASE Special Education Administrator award is presented annually to recognize an individual who excels in the service of special education, demonstrates solid leadership skills and advocates for the
needs of students with disabilities.  Criteria include:
  • Outstanding leadership across disciplines for the benefit of students with disabilities and special education staff
  • 21st century vision for special education that promotes opportunities for all students
  • Staff development that promotes current best practices in instruction and support services
  • Collaborative partnership with administrative colleagues
  • Commitment to and awareness of the needs of students, parents and the community
  • Outstanding contributions beyond those expected/required
 In addition to these professional qualities, the candidate must
  • Be a current member of NYCASE (new members given equal consideration)
  • Be a current administrator with demonstrated leadership and accomplishment in the field of Special Education
  • The award recipient must attend the NYCASE Summer Conference in July 14-16, 2025 for recognition
 The 2025 recipient is Sharon Meyer of the Floral Park Bellerose School District