1. Reach Out in Writing First
Contact Dr. Diaz at drdiaz@myocasa.net with a brief written narrative of the situation and any relevant documents. This gives our team an accurate starting point before anything else happens.
ADVOCACY
As a member of OCASA, you have the unique opportunity to actively participate in advocating for our profession alongside district leaders, school board members, and local or state officials. Your involvement in OCASA allows you to serve on influential boards, committees, and panels that directly impact schools and administrators. We believe that successful lobbying efforts require a collective team effort, and your voice and contributions are vital to our success. OCASA has a strong history of protecting administrators’ rights, including safeguarding terminal pay for accrued sick leave and fighting for equitable compensation. By becoming a member of OCASA, you join a united front dedicated to championing the interests and well-being of educational leaders. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a meaningful difference—join us today and let’s work together to shape the future of education.
How OCASA supports you
Professional Standards & Pre-Determination matters
If a Professional Standards concern, supervisor inquiry, or Pre-Determination Meeting comes up, you don’t have to handle it alone.
Here’s how OCASA’s support process works, from first contact through resolution.
2. Early Guidance
Our Professional Standards Advisor follows up personally — listening, gathering facts, and offering early guidance, including how to take notes and what questions to ask.
3. Case Coordination
If the matter is heading toward a Pre-Determination Meeting, Dr. Diaz takes ownership of your case — coordinating every step and engaging retained legal counsel, MT Legal Services, when needed.
4. Meeting Support
A dedicated Member Advocate — retired from OCPS — walks you through the process and attends your Pre-Determination Meeting with you.
5. After the Meeting
Your Member Advocate debriefs with you and the Executive Director, and together we determine the best path forward.
6. Resolution
Whether it’s a formal grievance, a state-level matter handled by MT Legal Services, or another path, OCASA stays with you until resolution.
Your case information is shared only with the OCASA team members directly supporting your matter.