TASA Student Membership Form

Who's Eligible:  Individuals currently enrolled in a college or university department of educational administration who are not employed in a full-time administrative position, other than at the campus level.

Membership Dues, 2010-11:  Student membership dues are $50 per year.  Student members receive all mailings and publications of the association, but do not have the right to vote, hold office, or receive legal support from TASA.

Note:  In order to be listed in TASA's 2010-11 Membership Directory, your membership must be submitted by Wednesday, September 30, 2010.

The professional networking and career advancement opportunities available through TASA make membership a must for graduate students preparing for successful careers in school administration. As a student member, you receive all the publications sent to active members, benefit from the proactive governmental relations efforts of the association, and engage in transformational learning opportunities. The experiences gained in concert with practicing superintendents and other education leaders help lay a strong foundation as you work toward earning your advanced degree.  Student members receive all mailings and publications of the association, but do not have the right to vote, hold office, or receive legal support from TASA.

Benefits and Services

Professional Development Opportunities
Gain access to TASA workshops, conferences, seminars, and institutes for school administrators which can prove vital as you work toward earning your advanced degree.

Peer Support and/or Networking
Meet with experienced school administrators and share ideas, discuss strategies, and promote educational excellence. Members generate enthusiasm for their profession from this interaction, and encourage colleagues to maintain a personal commitment to leadership.

Proactive Governmental Relations
Have your voice heard! TASA develops and promotes public policy proposals that address the concerns of school administrators in Texas.

Communications Resources
Receive timely, pertinent publications, including:

• TASA Daily--education news briefs from around Texas, announcements and news briefs from TEA and other state agencies and organizations, current reports and studies, grant opportunities, and critical deadlines, delivered daily via e-mail.
• Interchange--monthly e-newsletter with Association reminders, conference announcements, important deadlines, and other information.
• INSIGHT--professional journal featuring in-depth articles, best practices, book reviews, etc.
• and other research and policy information vital to your learning

Career Center on TASAnet
Take advantage of TASA's FREE one-stop job search site that includes a comprehensive, interactive job vacancy service that is fully searchable by any combination of district, ESC region, position, and/or assignment.

AASA Membership
Easily join or renew your student membership in AASA as you pay your TASA dues. Aspiring School System Leader membership with the American Association of School Administrators (AASA) is open to any teacher, graduate student, counselor, or others pursuing a career as a school system leader and/or those who hold administrative credentials but are employed in non-administrative positions in K-12 schools. Simply include the AASA Aspiring School System Leader fee of $55 in addition to your TASA student membership fee. Members in this category are not eligible to vote, hold elected office, or receive legal support from AASA.