Join SAI

By becoming a member of School Administrators of Iowa, you can help us continue to build a strong and viable organization that represents more than 2,000 of Iowa's educational leaders. Join us to advance a quality preK-12 educational program in our state.

- Dr. Dan Smith, SAI Executive Director

Consider the Value of SAI Membership

Professional growth

• Workshops bringing school administrators together to learn about pertinent topics facing Iowa schools
• Annual August convention, featuring national and local experts, and attracting over 2,000 participants

Connections

• Mentor program for new administrators
• Networking opportunities with your colleagues

 Legal services 

• Legal assistance program — financial help for a member subject to adverse employment action
• Legal guidance from a full-time staff attorney on school law issues
• Review of handbook provisions 

Legislative representation 

• Your voice is heard through our lobbying efforts in the Iowa legislature and with Iowans in Congress

 Information 

• Monthly newsletter, SAI Report
• Legislative Briefs, a weekly update while the General Assembly is in session 

National presence

SAI maintains a close working relationship with these national organizations: 

• National Association of Elementary School Principals 
• National Association of Secondary School Principals 
• American Association of School Administrators 

Employment assistance 

• Mediation assistance for members experiencing job-related conflicts
• Salary information
• Review of individual contracts 

Accessibility 

• Consultation with professional staff who are attentive to members' needs and interests
• SAI Web site which can provide information seven days a week, 24 hours a day including:
  
  • online learning seminars
  • legal issues resources
  • member forum and book study
  • archived issues of the SAI Report