Heartland AEA provides a full range of support for school districts during and after a critical incident. From concentrated to comprehensive, our response efforts are tailored to meet the needs of each district/school. Specially trained AEA critical incident response teams offer additional access to evidence-based practices in critical…
Read MorePhysical Computing Loaner Kits Scroll through the kits to learn more and follow the checkout directions below. Bee-Bot The Bee-Bot is a programmable robot and is the perfect starting point for helping children improve their skills in directional language and programming. Cubetto The…
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 MoreFind links and documents provided by the U.S. Government on Section 504 information and requirements. District/School Teams U.S. Department of Education document which provides a comprehensive overview of Section 504 and its requirements Section 504 Guidelines for Administrators Questions and answers on the ADA Amendments…
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 MoreThe Iowa Department of Education, in conjunction with the AEAs, has general supervision responsibilities and is required to monitor schools and districts on their compliance with state and federal special education laws. Heartland AEA assists schools in complying with those laws and meeting the needs of students with disabilities or…
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 MoreHeartland AEA is governed by a nine-member board, with each member representing a director district in our 11-county area that is roughly equal in population. Board members are elected by local district boards of education and serve staggered four-year terms. The Board is responsible for approving agency budgets…
Read MoreJob Description Provides services necessary for the identification, diagnostic evaluation and educational programming for children and youth with disabilities Supports school improvement and implementation of the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework Works within school systems to assist in the development and implementation of positive school-wide…
Read MoreHeartland AEA Service Area Leaders are agency leaders who work in the student and family services area. They meet monthly to discuss and make decisions about the Agency’s offering of instructional services, including special education. Service Area Leaders Susie Bentley Regional Director Jadie Boens Director of…
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