The Member Relations committee is excited to welcome professionals engaged in working with students in the transition from secondary to post-secondary education to SACAC. Acting as the liaison between members and the SACAC Board, the Member Relations committee ensures the needs of the membership are met. The Member Relations team oversees social media initiatives, matches volunteers with opportunities to serve SACAC, and manages the Free Access Membership for Public School Counselors and Community Based Organizations. Additionally, the Member Relations team facilitates Special Interest Groups for members which allow for networking and collaboration within a small “micro” community.
The Member Relations Committee shall be responsible for soliciting and promoting membership in the Association, for receiving and processing applications for membership and making recommendations thereon to the Board of Directors, and for making recommendations to the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors, and members of the Association with respect to the classes, rights, preferences and dues of members.
Membership Application & Renewal Process
The membership year runs September 1 – August 31 though you may join at any time (please note, memberships completed or renewed after July 15 will expire the following calendar year). Membership cost is $45 per individual.
Free Access Membership
SACAC’s Free Access Membership welcomes public high school and community based organization college access counselors and staff in the SACAC region to join at no cost.
Who Qualifies for Free Access Membership?
- Public High School College Access Counselors and Staff
- Any staff member supporting students and families with post-secondary college planning at a public high school in the SACAC region* that provides free education through public funds.
- Non-Profit/Community-Based Organizations College Access Counselors and Staff
- For professionals who work for a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) in the SACAC region* that serves students and promotes or provides access to higher education. Must have been in business for the past three years.
Co-chairs: Alex Gonzalez, Isidore Newman School (LA), Krystal A Livingston, Emerson College (MA), and Dr Brent Shropshire, Bartow County School System (GA)