Virginia Interscholastic Athletic Director Association (VIAAA)

2025-2026 Executive Board

L-R: Shani Tywman, CMAA, Jonathan Bukva, CMAA, Michael Payne, CMAA, Shea Collins, CAA, Bob Stratton, CAA, Nick Siano, RAA

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VIAAA Awards due December 1

Updated on 11/17/2025

Just a reminder that all VIAAA awards and scholarship applications are due December 1st. Visit the Awards page for more information. VIAAA AWARDS and SCHOLARSHIP INFO

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Fall 2025 A.D.Mission

Updated on 10/24/2025

Please find linked and attached the 2025 Fall edition of the A.D.mission. Click this link to view the: Fall A.D.MissionWe are always looking for additional contributors! If you are interested in submitting an article for publication, please send your submission to Glenn Anderson at ganderso@rvaschools.net.Athletic administrators are encouraged to submit material in one of the following formats:• Ideas That WorkShort ideas, tips, or suggestions that can enhance the efficiency of day-to-day practices for athletic administrators. Typically one or two paragraphs describing a helpful resource, effective procedure, or successful program.• ADviceA concise article (approximately one page or under 1,000 words) focused on a contemporary issue or trend in athletic administration. Include an introduction outlining the issue and describe your school or district’s approach or response. Captioned checklists or self-explanatory guides are welcome.Books/Podcast/Who to Follow: Suggestions for helpf

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BOD Meeting Information

Updated on 11/10/2025

The VIAAA Board of Directors will hold a quarterly meeting in Charlottesville, Virginia. The next meeting will be: January 25, 2026, Executive Committee Meeting @ Hyatt Place Charlottesville, 2:00PM, and January 26, 2026, Board of Directors Meeting @ Hyatt Place Charlottesville at 9:00AM. Future Dates are:April 21 - 24, 2026 VIAAA State Conference, BOD Meeting and Annual Business Meeting, Sheraton Oceanfront, Virginia Beach

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VIAAA State AD Conference

Updated on 08/19/2025

National/State Conference Information:State Conference Locations/Dates:2026 – Sheraton Oceanfront, Virginia Beach – April 20 – 24, 2026Conference Registration - Coming January 2026Golf Tournament Registration Information - Coming January 2026Vendors Registration - Coming January 2026Conference Schedule - Coming January 2026Hotel Registration Link - Coming January 20262026 – Sheraton Oceanfront, Virginia Beach - April 20 - April 242027 - Sheraton Oceanfront, Virginia Beach - April 26 - April 30National Conference Location/Dates:2025 – Tampa, Florida – December 12 – 162026 - Phoenix, Arizona - December 11-152027 - Kansas City, Missouri - December 10-14

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New Athletic Directors Workshop

Updated on 08/19/2025

The 2026 New and Aspiring Athletic Directors Workshop will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Fluvanna High School in Palmyra, Virginia. This three-day workshop is designed to:Provide a comprehensive foundation for new athletic administratorsOffer guidance and practical tools to support your first year and beyondHelp participants begin the path to NIAAA national certification (RAA & CAA)High school/middle school and public/private athletic administrators are all welcome!

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CAA Exam

Updated on 10/07/2025

The VIAAA will offer the CAA Exam on the following dates:Friday, November 14, 2025 at 9:30amS.H. Clarke Academy, 2801 Turnpike Road, Portsmouth, VATest Administrator: Shani Twyman, CMAA shani.twyman@portsk12.comBe sure you have submitted all the necessary paperwork through the NIAAA. You should start that process at least a month prior to the exam date.Click here for specific information on signing up to take the CAA exam.

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