MASA members are the decision-makers who help strengthen Michigan’s public education institutions.* They are the superintendents, first-line administrators, and central office administrators who work day in and day out to ensure the success of our state’s public schools and more than 1.5 million students. They are also retired superintendents who have dedicated decades of service to our schoolchildren and our public schools, and our education partners from state departments and higher education who work hard to support Michigan’s educators.
MASA membership types and their benefits include:
Superintendents
- Personal and Technical Support
Members receive “just in time” personal and technical support from MASA leadership and staff. Resources such as MASA’s recently released Superintendent’s Calendar are available to help district leaders stay current on state reporting, board to-do’s and more. - Government Relations
MASA promotes the membership’s legislative platform and priorities to local, state and federal lawmakers. We empower members to make contributions to education policy discussions by providing timely updates, analysis and action alerts. - Professional Development
MASA provides opportunities that ensure superintendents continuously grow in their practice and keep their certifications up to date. From the New Superintendents Leadership Academy for those early in their careers to the Horizon Leadership Academy’s Sustain Excellence for more established administrators, MASA has high-quality programs for all members. Drive-In conferences and webinars will also offer opportunities for continuing education credit, always focused on relevant topics to current administrators. - Communications
Members receive digital publications and communication tools to stay informed of the latest education news and to help tell their districts’ stories, including eLeader, the Marshall Memo and members-only content. - Legal Services
MASA provides legal services to members through a partnership with one of Michigan’s most respected public sector law firms, specializing in education law. - Enhanced Online Services
Enhanced services are available on the MASA website, www.gomasa.org. We continue to gather news, information and resources to enrich your district or organization, and your own leadership capacity.
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Central Office Administrators/First-Line Administrators
- Personal and Technical Support
Members receive “just in time” personal and technical support from MASA leadership and staff. Resources such as MASA’s recently released Superintendent’s Calendar are available to help district leaders and central office assistants stay current on state reporting, board to-do’s and more. - Government Relations
MASA promotes the legislative platform and priorities of the MASA membership to local, state and federal lawmakers. We empower our members to make contributions to education policy discussions by providing timely updates, analysis and action alerts. - Professional Development
MASA offers opportunities that help central office administrators continuously grow in their jobs and keep their certifications up to date. Offered programs provide central office administrators and aspiring superintendents with the tools they need to advance in their careers, such as the Horizon Leadership Academy’s Navigate Leadership. Drive-In conferences and webinars will also offer opportunities for continuing education credit, always focused on relevant topics to current administrators. - Communications
Members receive digital publications and communication tools to stay informed of the latest education news and to help tell their districts’ stories, including eLeader, the Marshall Memo and members-only content. - Enhanced Online Services
Enhanced services are available on the MASA website, www.gomasa.org. We continue to gather news, information and resources to enrich your district or organization, and your own leadership capacity.
Submit your member interest here.
Associate Members
Associate Members include leaders in the education community (MDE, other state association executives, government representatives, etc.) and are encouraged to apply for Associate Membership. Associate Members enjoy many benefits, including:
- Beneficial Partnerships
For example, MASA actively partners with the Michigan School Public Relations Association (MSPRA) to enhance services to all our respective members. - Government Relations
MASA promotes the legislative platform and priorities of the MASA membership to local, state and federal lawmakers. We empower our members to make contributions to education policy discussions by providing timely updates, analysis and action alerts. - Communications
Members receive digital publications and communication tools to stay informed of the latest education news and to help tell their districts’ stories, including eLeader and members-only content. - Enhanced Online Services
Enhanced services are available on the MASA website, www.gomasa.org. We continue to gather news, information and resources to enrich your district or organization, and your own leadership capacity.
Submit your member interest here.
Executive Assistants
MASA recognizes that the support superintendents receive from their executive and administrative assistants is essential to the success of a school district, which is why we created a membership for administrative professionals working in the central office. Member benefits include:
- A subscription to the MASA Morning News, a daily roundup of education-related news articles from across the state.
- Access to professional development conferences offered by MASA and tailored to the unique needs of an executive assistant.
- Access to training webinars and conferences focusing on topics that will help executive assistants excel in their jobs.
Download the membership form for executive and administrative assistants here.
Retirees
Retired superintendents are eligible for free or low-cost services to help them stay informed and involved. MASA offers two different retiree member options – Alumni and Emeritus.
Both member types receive the following benefits:
- Membership Directory
The MASA Membership Directory is available to all MASA members through the Member Portal on our website. Contact information can be updated at any time by signing into the Member Portal at www.gomasa.org. - Interim Opportunities
Join MASA’s Interim Administrator Service Directory and you could be tapped to help a district in transition. The Interim Administrator Service Directory is featured on the MASA website and shared with other educational organizations that assist in placing interim administrators.
See below for the unique benefits of each retiree member type.
Alumni
MASA Alumni receive the Association’s communications package to stay in-the-know — including the MASA Morning News and Dr. Kerr’s Monday Memo — as well as access to Alumni-only webinars and other special events. MASA Alumni can also attend the Association’s annual conferences and other learning opportunities at a discounted rate.
Emeritus
As a retired superintendent, you automatically receive a lifetime Emeritus Membership giving MASA retirees access to members-only events, including a discounted rate for Fall and Midwinter Conferences.
MASA’s membership year runs from July 1 to June 30. Membership payment is due on or before August 1 of each year.
For more information on MASA membership, please send an email to gomasa@gomasa.org.
*Employees of schools operating under a charter contract are not eligible for membership.