The Iowa Association of Area Education Agencies (IAAEA) seeks proposals from higher education entities to provide graduate credit for its professional learning program. The partnership would begin July 1, 2025, and end June 30, 2028. Questions concerning this RFP should be submitted to Kay Schmalen by April…
Read MoreProgram Overview Instructional technology in Iowa’s educational landscape involves integrating digital tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning processes. Educators use a variety of technologies to support and enrich the educational experience for students, making learning more engaging, interactive and effective. Here is an overview of how…
Read MoreSix New Resources Will be Available Iowa’s AEAs provide students and educators with no-cost access to high-quality, vetted digital instructional resources. They are proud to announce their lineup of resources for the 2022-23 school year (beginning Aug. 1, 2022), including six new offerings! Students, educators and parents have 24/7/365 access…
Read MoreOver the past year, leadership at the board table has come with challenges and decisions no one could have anticipated. School boards, including AEA boards, have made tough choices that impact the health and safety of students, staff and the school community while continuing to prioritize student achievement and educational…
Read MoreAll children and youth deserve to be part of safe, healthy learning environments. Heartland AEA offers a variety of evidence-based resources, professional development and technical assistance to support families and districts in the area of bullying prevention and intervention. For more information, visit: Iowa Department…
Read MoreHeartland AEA school social workers collaborate with students, schools and families to assess a student’s social-emotional and adaptive behavior needs. School social workers help determine appropriate supports then help create behavior intervention plans. School social workers are part of teams that: Determine eligibility for special education services Coordinate home, school…
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Read MoreServices to Promote Growth and Development Heartland AEA’s early childhood services focus primarily on early intervention — a system of coordinated services that promotes a child’s age-appropriate growth and development and supports families during the critical early years. Beginning a partnership between families and professionals at this early stage helps…
Read MoreThank you for your interest in career opportunities with Heartland AEA. It’s an exciting time to be a part of our AEA! We serve: 53 public school districts 38 accredited non-public schools 2 charter school 148,111 children and students, birth to age 21 Central Iowa continues to grow in population,…
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