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Read MoreWhat is an SEBH Coach? Social, emotional and behavioral health (SEBH) coaches partner with school and AEA staff to identify strengths and challenges at each level of the MTSS system, providing evidence-based support aligned to a school’s needs and instructional goals. Coaches will collaborate to brainstorm…
Read MoreDue Process From time to time differences of opinion regarding the education of a student arise. Differences may develop about the evaluation of a student, his or her eligibility for special education services, the placement of the student as well as the provisions of Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
Read MoreThere are a few things parents/guardians can do at home to help children improve their literacy and reading skills. Give books and magazine subscriptions as gifts. Set your TV to show closed captioning. Your child will naturally read while watching! Model reading – talk with your child about what you…
Read MoreLibrary Materials The Heartland AEA library contains many resource materials for English Learners that educators may check out at no cost. The library is located in the Johnston Regional Education Center at 6500 Corporate Drive in Johnston. Educators may stop by and check out items, or they can reserve materials…
Read MoreOccupational therapy services provided by Heartland AEA occupational therapists assist students from birth to 21 years of age to develop, improve and/or maintain functional independence in the least restrictive educational setting. Heartland AEA’s occupational therapy staff provide problem-solving, direct service and consultative services depending upon individual students’ needs. Services Occupational…
Read MoreBefore the mid-1970s, many children with physical or mental disabilities did not receive public educations. In 1974, the Iowa legislature removed those barriers, and the U.S. Congress soon pursued a similar goal with the enactment of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The law requires schools to provide equal…
Read MoreClick the term above for a more detailed definition. Instructions Hover over terms above to see the definition. Click to view a more detailed definition Close Term Learning Supports Heartland AEA provides training, technical assistance and resources in a variety of research-based learning supports content areas. Our purpose is to…
Read MoreInternet Access Required Applications are accepted through our online application system. Applications must be filled out in their entirety and include all necessary documents in order to be considered. If you do not have personal Internet access, most public libraries and…
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