Reserve the following DVDs online through our Media Library or call the Heartland AEA library at (800) 255-0405 ext. 14323.
Seeing red cars. #256075, 10 min.
Explains how focusing on what we don't want gets in the way of doing our jobs and completing tasks. It can impede teamwork and communication. Focus on what you want.
It's a way, not a day: bringing your values to life. #256252, 22 min.
Anchor an organization's values in staff hearts and minds: proclaim it, live it, celebrate it.
2 million minutes: a documentary calculating the educational divide. #255787, 54 min.
Shows 6 high school students in China, India and U.S. It contrasts educational opportunities, philosophies and global vision.
Shout it out. #256339, 90 min.
Adaptation of the stage musical "The Voices Project" (2005) is based on the lives of Vermont teens. It follows them through academic pressure; friction with peers, teachers and parents; trying to fit in, trying to find one's self, fear of the future; nostalgia for the past; friendship; and first love.
You are not alone. #256278, 29 min.
Quinn Bradlee talks about his experiences as a kid with learning disabilities. Flashback vignettes. Topics: being different, being ignored, friendship, bullying, relationships, gaining self-confidence, responsibility and self-advocacy.
Total quality at Prairie View Elementary (Cedar Rapids): a new way of learning. #256289, 17 min.
Students work in teams, plan with a systems approach, use diagrams to solve problems, set goals and chart their progress.
Who moved my cheese? #253834, 13 min.
This animated parable reveals profound truths about change. Cheese is a metaphor for what you want to have in your life.
The first day of school in a responsive classroom. #256112, 40 min.
A 3rd grade teacher sets a tone of safety, friendliness and focuses learning on the very first day of school.
Morning meeting activities in a responsive classroom. #256117, 35 min.
Shows activities in urban, suburban, and rural classrooms.
Morning meeting greetings in a responsive classroom. #256114, 35 min.
Features 11 meeting greetings in grades K-5 for any time of the year.
Teaching with poverty in mind, elementary school. #256296, 30 min.
Teaching with poverty in mind, secondary school. #256297, 30 min.
These programs look at school-wide success factors that support the whole child and foster a school culture that refuses to let students fail.
Preview the following at http://www.simpletruths.com. The DVDs use music and a montage of inspirational quotes.
Gone through any changes lately? #256298, 4 min. Laughter is an instant vacation: humorous quotes on life. #256264, 3 min.
Pulling together: the ten rules of high performance workteams. #266306, 3 min.
Priorities for life: capacity and energy. #256259, 5 min.
Priorities for life: change. #256260, 5 min.
Priorities for life: leadership. #256261, 5 min.
Priorities for life: priorities. #256262, 5 min. Priorities for life: excelling in a changing world. #256157, 6 min. Priorities for life: reaching the next level and beyond. #256156, 5 min.
The “Did you know?” video about information and technology was updated in January 2011. It is available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8W1WuxGniE.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Free Training Sessions for New School Nurses
Hiring a new school nurse for 2011-2012? Heartland AEA is sponsoring two FREE half-day training sessions for new school nurses on September 2, 2011. School nurses can register on the Heartland AEA Professional Development Catalog using the activity numbers below. Registration should be done by August 31 to receive free resource packets.
The morning session will teach new school nurses how to conduct vision screening using University of Iowa guidelines. The activity number is NU000792111201.
The afternoon is the annual half-day workshop. It gives an overview of laws, rules, regulations, and policies that govern the practice of school nursing. The activity number is NU001092111201.
The morning session will teach new school nurses how to conduct vision screening using University of Iowa guidelines. The activity number is NU000792111201.
The afternoon is the annual half-day workshop. It gives an overview of laws, rules, regulations, and policies that govern the practice of school nursing. The activity number is NU001092111201.
Summer Iowa Intel Teach Master Instructor Courses
Intel Teach courses provide professional development to help K –12 teachers of all subjects learn how to integrate technology effectively for 21st century teaching and learning, promoting problem-solving, higher order thinking, and collaboration skills. Iowa Intel Teach Master Instructor Courses will be offered in June and August. Click here for more information about these summer courses.
Note: Thinking with Technology Tools 1 & 2 can be offered for two license renewal credits or two graduate credits through June 30. While the course content will remain the same after July 1, the syllabus will need to reflect two license renewal or one graduate credit.
Note: Thinking with Technology Tools 1 & 2 can be offered for two license renewal credits or two graduate credits through June 30. While the course content will remain the same after July 1, the syllabus will need to reflect two license renewal or one graduate credit.
Register by June 3 for Heartland Summer Institute
Last week we sent a reminder about our Heartland Summer Institute being held June 13-15 at the FFA Center on the DMACC Campus and our new session for leadership teams on June 16 at the Johnston Regional Education Center. Please register by Friday, June 3 so that we may have an accurate number for the event. Educators may sign up for all sessions or choose those best meeting their needs. Food will be provided by Johnston Schools. Click here to see session descriptions. Register through the Heartland Professional Development catalog.
More Mobile and Social Technologies in Schools
The NASSP is looking to change the conversation about mobile computing and social media in schools. They issued a position statement advocating greater access to and acceptance of technologies like smart phones and social networking sites. Read more at http://tinyurl.com/3m4fbt2.
To support this conversation plus the movement toward 1:1 schools, Heartland AEA will provide search widgets for mobile online database searching and new online ebook content. Imagine the possibilities when a teacher can help a student in the hallway, lunch room, gym or on the field find information/research with their smart phone or tablet. Check with the teacher librarians this fall for more details on how you, teachers and students can get connected.
To support this conversation plus the movement toward 1:1 schools, Heartland AEA will provide search widgets for mobile online database searching and new online ebook content. Imagine the possibilities when a teacher can help a student in the hallway, lunch room, gym or on the field find information/research with their smart phone or tablet. Check with the teacher librarians this fall for more details on how you, teachers and students can get connected.
Linked Attachments Available from Last Week’s update
We became aware that there were linkage problems with two attachments in last week’s update. The problem was permissions oriented and has now been fixed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Curriculum 21 Conference flyer – Go to the article
Heartland AEA Reading Recovery brochure – Go to the article
Curriculum 21 Conference flyer – Go to the article
Heartland AEA Reading Recovery brochure – Go to the article
American Red Cross Launches Ready Rating
The American Red Cross has just launched a newly designed website, ReadyRating.org, to help schools, colleges and universities, and other organizations better prepare for emergencies. Ready Rating is a free, self-paced, web-based membership program that helps an organization measure how ready they are to deal with emergencies, and gives customized feedback on how they can improve their efforts.
Ready Rating begins with a comprehensive assessment of whether a school is prepared to handle a disaster. Members score themselves on how prepared they are and receive steps they can take to improve their readiness planning. Ready Rating also encourages schools to work with their students, employees and families to get prepared at home.
For more information please visit www.readyrating.org, or call (877) 715-0123.
Ready Rating begins with a comprehensive assessment of whether a school is prepared to handle a disaster. Members score themselves on how prepared they are and receive steps they can take to improve their readiness planning. Ready Rating also encourages schools to work with their students, employees and families to get prepared at home.
For more information please visit www.readyrating.org, or call (877) 715-0123.
Iowa ASCD’s Curriculum 21 Conference to add Core Component
Last week we reminded you about the Iowa ASCD’s upcoming Curruiculum 21 Conference. The organization has decided to add a new component, "Mapping to the Core," which will now be a major part of the two days to the workshop. Click here on more information about “Mapping to the Core.”
Friday, May 20, 2011
Time is Running Out to Register for Summer Institute
Don’t miss the opportunity for you and your teachers to participate in this year’s Heartland Summer Institute. Educators may sign up for all of the following sessions or choose those best meeting their needs. We are looking forward to hosting this event at the FFA Center on the DMACC Campus. It is a new facility that is very well suited to educator’s learning needs. Food will be provided by Johnston Schools. Register through the Heartland Professional Development catalog.
Overview of Iowa Core Characteristics of Effective Instruction
June 13, 2011 @ FFA Enrichment Center on DMACC campus
Activity Number: IS016399111201
($10—materials, breaks, and lunch)
This session is intended for teachers and administrators who were unable to attend last summer. Participants will be provided with learning opportunities to gain deeper knowledge of the Characteristics of Effective Instruction. The session will be facilitated by Heartland’s Iowa Core Network members.
Iowa Core Summer Institute: Teaching for Deep Understanding
June 14–15, 2011 @ FFA Enrichment Center on DMACC campus
Activity Number: IS016299111201
($20—materials, breaks, and lunch)
Featured speakers include: Jason Glass, Director of the Iowa Department of Education; Molly Boyle, Waukee Teacher and Iowa Teacher of the Year; Dr. Jean Donham, University of Northern Iowa; and Mary Schmidt, Gifted and Talented Consultant at Heartland AEA. The two-day session will focus how to teach the important concepts of the Iowa Core Curriculum, how to design meaningful tasks and how to engage students in higher order thinking. In addition to featured speakers, Heartland consultants will also support learning in specific content areas.
June 16, 2011 @ Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive)
Activity Number: IS016492111201
($10—materials, breaks, and lunch)
This last day of the summer institute is designed for administrative teams and/or leadership teams. Dr. Troyce Fisher of SAI and the Wallace Foundation will be a featured speaker and facilitator. The focus of the session will be on the leadership that will be needed to implement instruction that leads to deep learning for students. Teams will have an opportunity to engage in conversation around the important drivers for system reform that result in improved learning for students. Learning opportunities will be designed to allow teams to reflect on how learning about the Iowa Core is connected at all levels of the system. Leadership needs at the district, building, learning team, and individual teacher level will be addressed.
Overview of Iowa Core Characteristics of Effective Instruction
June 13, 2011 @ FFA Enrichment Center on DMACC campus
Activity Number: IS016399111201
($10—materials, breaks, and lunch)
This session is intended for teachers and administrators who were unable to attend last summer. Participants will be provided with learning opportunities to gain deeper knowledge of the Characteristics of Effective Instruction. The session will be facilitated by Heartland’s Iowa Core Network members.
Iowa Core Summer Institute: Teaching for Deep Understanding
June 14–15, 2011 @ FFA Enrichment Center on DMACC campus
Activity Number: IS016299111201
($20—materials, breaks, and lunch)
Featured speakers include: Jason Glass, Director of the Iowa Department of Education; Molly Boyle, Waukee Teacher and Iowa Teacher of the Year; Dr. Jean Donham, University of Northern Iowa; and Mary Schmidt, Gifted and Talented Consultant at Heartland AEA. The two-day session will focus how to teach the important concepts of the Iowa Core Curriculum, how to design meaningful tasks and how to engage students in higher order thinking. In addition to featured speakers, Heartland consultants will also support learning in specific content areas.
New to Summer Institute: Session for Administrators and Leadership Teams!
Collaborating to Lead the Iowa CoreJune 16, 2011 @ Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive)
Activity Number: IS016492111201
($10—materials, breaks, and lunch)
This last day of the summer institute is designed for administrative teams and/or leadership teams. Dr. Troyce Fisher of SAI and the Wallace Foundation will be a featured speaker and facilitator. The focus of the session will be on the leadership that will be needed to implement instruction that leads to deep learning for students. Teams will have an opportunity to engage in conversation around the important drivers for system reform that result in improved learning for students. Learning opportunities will be designed to allow teams to reflect on how learning about the Iowa Core is connected at all levels of the system. Leadership needs at the district, building, learning team, and individual teacher level will be addressed.
DIBELS Next Developer to Provide Training, June 27 & 28
There is an opportunity this summer for interested teachers to attend training on DIBELS Next (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) provided by Dr. Roland Good, one of the leading developers of DIBELS Next. Participants will dig deeper into learning about the DIBELS Next measures and how to make instructional decisions. The two-day session will be held June 27 and 28 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Des Moines (4300 Beaver Avenue).
There is limited funding to pay teachers to attend these sessions. Teachers can register through the Heartland Professional Development Catalog using activity number RE029399991201.
There is limited funding to pay teachers to attend these sessions. Teachers can register through the Heartland Professional Development Catalog using activity number RE029399991201.
Curriculum 21 Conference, June 21-23
The Curriculum 21 conference is a high quality professional learning opportunity that directly addresses 21st Century learning for students. This year the conference is being co-sponsored by Iowa ASCD and the Curriculum Mapping Institute. The conference will be held June 22-23 at the Southeast Polk High School in Pleasant Hill. Teachers and school leaders are encouraged to attend. Click here to download a flyer for this event.
New Eligibility Criteria for Reading Recovery i3 Grant
All elementary schools that choose to train a Reading Recovery teacher will receive the i3 grant if the district submits the Memo of Understanding. The grant will cover the following costs of training a Reading Recovery teacher:
- $2150.00 towards the cost of training
- Tuition and fees for six hours of UNI graduate credit
- Books, materials and supplies
- Professional development allowance of $2000.00
Friday, May 13, 2011
In Wake of Proposed AEA Funding Cut Please Contact Your Legislators
Heartland AEA Superintendents:
Last week, the Iowa Senate passed a standing appropriations bill that called for a one-time $10 million cut to the statewide AEA system. This week the House Appropriations Committee met and amended that appropriations bill to include a $20 million cut to the AEAs. In this tumultuous budget climate, we as an AEA system anticipated some sort of funding cut from the legislature, but we were hoping that it would be less than either of these proposed cuts.
Since most of the funds the AEAs receive from the State go toward special education services, we need legislators to understand that a cut of this type to the AEAs (which is in essence a cut to K-12 education) will mean fewer services for those kids who need them most.
If you are willing, we would much appreciate it if you would take some time to personalize this letter template and put into your own words what a cut in AEA funding would mean to children who receive special education services. Please note that everything marked in red in the letter will need to be personalized and/or is for your reference and should be deleted before a final letter is sent.
Click here for a list of the contact information for all of the House and Senate members in Heartland’s area. It includes addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. Please use the method most convenient for you to contact the legislators in your area. If time permits, we would appreciate it if you could contact all legislators on the list, although we know the list is quite lengthy.
We hope we can count on your support during this important time. Helping legislators understand the importance of AEA services is critical at this time. Please tell your story of how the AEA has positively impacted the lives of children in your district/school. It is through these stories that legislators will be able to see the true value and importance of AEA services.
Thank you very much for taking the time to advocate on behalf of the AEAs. We appreciate your efforts to ensure that Iowa’s children receive the services they need to achieve.
Last week, the Iowa Senate passed a standing appropriations bill that called for a one-time $10 million cut to the statewide AEA system. This week the House Appropriations Committee met and amended that appropriations bill to include a $20 million cut to the AEAs. In this tumultuous budget climate, we as an AEA system anticipated some sort of funding cut from the legislature, but we were hoping that it would be less than either of these proposed cuts.
Since most of the funds the AEAs receive from the State go toward special education services, we need legislators to understand that a cut of this type to the AEAs (which is in essence a cut to K-12 education) will mean fewer services for those kids who need them most.
If you are willing, we would much appreciate it if you would take some time to personalize this letter template and put into your own words what a cut in AEA funding would mean to children who receive special education services. Please note that everything marked in red in the letter will need to be personalized and/or is for your reference and should be deleted before a final letter is sent.
Click here for a list of the contact information for all of the House and Senate members in Heartland’s area. It includes addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. Please use the method most convenient for you to contact the legislators in your area. If time permits, we would appreciate it if you could contact all legislators on the list, although we know the list is quite lengthy.
We hope we can count on your support during this important time. Helping legislators understand the importance of AEA services is critical at this time. Please tell your story of how the AEA has positively impacted the lives of children in your district/school. It is through these stories that legislators will be able to see the true value and importance of AEA services.
Thank you very much for taking the time to advocate on behalf of the AEAs. We appreciate your efforts to ensure that Iowa’s children receive the services they need to achieve.
Student Curriculum Plan (8th Grade Plan) and Students with Disabilities
Please forward this announcement to your special education teachers and counselors.
As per Iowa Code 279.61, all students, including special education students, must complete the Required State Components of the state career planning system. To the extent appropriate, IEP students should complete the components in the same method as their peers. However, alternate assessments or programs may be used for the students who, for example, will not be able to complete the component even with accommodations. In these instances, assessments should still be done to determine interests and preferences, but at a much different level than is available through the electronic format. The school’s IEP team should be consulted as they are already working on transitions for these students. If you need further help, contact your Heartland AEA special education consultant or Barb Guy (barbara.guy@iowa.gov) at the Department of Education.
All student work done within the Guideways of I Have A Plan Iowa™ (www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov) will be reported to the state. However, student work completed through alternate methods should be reported on the forms found on the Department of Education website: http://www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467#reporting
Schools using other programs will indicate students who complete through alternate methods on their annual report: http://www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467#additional
All reporting is due June 15, 2011.
For additional information, visit the Student Curriculum Plan (8th Grade Plan) Iowa Department of Education web page: www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467
As per Iowa Code 279.61, all students, including special education students, must complete the Required State Components of the state career planning system. To the extent appropriate, IEP students should complete the components in the same method as their peers. However, alternate assessments or programs may be used for the students who, for example, will not be able to complete the component even with accommodations. In these instances, assessments should still be done to determine interests and preferences, but at a much different level than is available through the electronic format. The school’s IEP team should be consulted as they are already working on transitions for these students. If you need further help, contact your Heartland AEA special education consultant or Barb Guy (barbara.guy@iowa.gov) at the Department of Education.
All student work done within the Guideways of I Have A Plan Iowa™ (www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov) will be reported to the state. However, student work completed through alternate methods should be reported on the forms found on the Department of Education website: http://www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467#reporting
Schools using other programs will indicate students who complete through alternate methods on their annual report: http://www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467#additional
All reporting is due June 15, 2011.
For additional information, visit the Student Curriculum Plan (8th Grade Plan) Iowa Department of Education web page: www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1657&Itemid=2467
Exceptional Learner Course to Emphasize Matching Instruction to Learner Needs
The Exceptional Learner course to be held July 19-22, 2011 is for teachers seeking to gain knowledge regarding exceptional learners. This course is designed to address characteristics and needs of students with exceptional needs, skills and abilities. Major areas addressed will be special education procedures, learning stages and strategies, instructional and material adaptations, testing, grading and behavior management. Interested staff may register through the Heartland Professional Development catalog.
Conversation with I-ELDA Expert Coming on May 23
On May 23, 2011, from 10:00 a.m.-noon, Heartland will host Iowa English Language Development Assessment (I-ELDA) expert Dr. Tom Green at the Regional Education Center (REC), Rooms 3 & 4, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston. Representatives of school districts who interpret I-ELDA data are invited to attend and bring their questions for Dr. Green. We appreciate Dr. Green’s willingness to share his expertise at this informal session designed to answer your specific questions.
Heartland AEA Summer Van Delivery
During the summer, Heartland vans will deliver twice a week to each district administration office and each year-round school. If you would like to request regular van delivery to other buildings (for professional development programs or intercessions), please contact Sherise Ahlers at sahlers@aea11.k12.ia.us. If there are special programs or activities during the summer that may require occasional delivery, please call and we'll be glad to work with you.
Regular van delivery will end June 9, and the Summer van delivery will begin June 13.
Regular van delivery will end June 9, and the Summer van delivery will begin June 13.
Heartland AEA to Host Weeklong Print & Production Open House
Our spring open house was such a success that one day was just not enough! If you’re taking a summer class or touring our new library, stop by our Print Center and see what’s new during our weeklong open house June 20-24, 2011. Come meet our staff and see how you and your school can save money on your printing needs by using Heartland Print & Production services!
In addition to basic copying and printing we can do:
• Athletic Calendars
• Brochures
• Business Cards
• Bumper Stickers
• Calendars
• Color Posters
• Concert Programs
• Door Hangers
• Envelopes
• Graduation Programs
• Handbooks
• ID Cards
• Letterhead
• Memory Books
• Newsletters
• Parking Permits
• Playbills
• Prom Programs
• Rulers
• And more!
Many school staff have shown interest in school calendars and memory books (small paperbacked yearbooks). These school calendars and memory booklets can be printed and bound in our Print Center for a very reasonable cost. During the open house, we’ll show you how easy it is to create these items using Word or iPhoto.
In conjunction with our open house, we will have refreshments, free giveaways of books, DVD samples, Learning Activity Posters and Ellison shapes and letters while supplies last.
We would greatly appreciate your assistance in informing staff in your building about our open house event. We hope that you will be able to attend our Print & Production Open House and that you will help us publicize this event. We look forward to seeing you in June!
In addition to basic copying and printing we can do:
• Athletic Calendars
• Brochures
• Business Cards
• Bumper Stickers
• Calendars
• Color Posters
• Concert Programs
• Door Hangers
• Envelopes
• Graduation Programs
• Handbooks
• ID Cards
• Letterhead
• Memory Books
• Newsletters
• Parking Permits
• Playbills
• Prom Programs
• Rulers
• And more!
Many school staff have shown interest in school calendars and memory books (small paperbacked yearbooks). These school calendars and memory booklets can be printed and bound in our Print Center for a very reasonable cost. During the open house, we’ll show you how easy it is to create these items using Word or iPhoto.
In conjunction with our open house, we will have refreshments, free giveaways of books, DVD samples, Learning Activity Posters and Ellison shapes and letters while supplies last.
We would greatly appreciate your assistance in informing staff in your building about our open house event. We hope that you will be able to attend our Print & Production Open House and that you will help us publicize this event. We look forward to seeing you in June!
Friday, May 6, 2011
Superintendent: May HAA Minutes and Links
Click here to download the minutes from the May HAA meeting. Below is also a note from Sharon Kurns on some closing remarks as the HAA meetings sunset for this calendar year.
Request for your input
Earlier this week, we sent out an end of the year summary survey for the HAA meetings this year. We would like for you to complete it even if you didn't attend May’s meeting or don't regularly attend. We are always trying to improve the quality of meetings and rely heavily on your input to help us plan agendas that will be helpful for local superintendents. Below is a revised link. If you prefer, you can find a form here which can then be printed and sent to me via the van mail.
http://tinyurl.com/supt11
Link to Center for American Progress
During the professional learning portion of Tuesday’s meeting, Roger Scott shared a website from the Center for American Progress which provides a district-by-district evaluation of educational productivity. They have attempted to calculate the Return on Investment (ROI) for each school district in the country by developing ways to compare spending and academic achievement. Many superintendents were interested in locating their own district on this site. The URL is below. Let me know if you have questions.
http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2011/01/educational_productivity/
Past meetings and resources
Finally, all the materials and resources that were used throughout the year for our professional learning are stored on a Google site. The URL is below. If there is anything that you are looking for and can't find, just let me know
https://sites.google.com/site/superintendentacademy/
Thanks for a great year!
Sharon
Request for your input
Earlier this week, we sent out an end of the year summary survey for the HAA meetings this year. We would like for you to complete it even if you didn't attend May’s meeting or don't regularly attend. We are always trying to improve the quality of meetings and rely heavily on your input to help us plan agendas that will be helpful for local superintendents. Below is a revised link. If you prefer, you can find a form here which can then be printed and sent to me via the van mail.
http://tinyurl.com/supt11
Link to Center for American Progress
During the professional learning portion of Tuesday’s meeting, Roger Scott shared a website from the Center for American Progress which provides a district-by-district evaluation of educational productivity. They have attempted to calculate the Return on Investment (ROI) for each school district in the country by developing ways to compare spending and academic achievement. Many superintendents were interested in locating their own district on this site. The URL is below. Let me know if you have questions.
http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2011/01/educational_productivity/
Past meetings and resources
Finally, all the materials and resources that were used throughout the year for our professional learning are stored on a Google site. The URL is below. If there is anything that you are looking for and can't find, just let me know
https://sites.google.com/site/superintendentacademy/
Thanks for a great year!
Sharon
iEvaluate courses start May 16
The Iowa Department of Education, in partnership with AEA PD Online, is now offering Evaluator 1 & 2 online, packaged together in a 2-credit course entitled iEvaluate. Because of the high demand for the courses, the Iowa Department of Education is selecting participants on the basis of need (that is, whose license is up for renewal first). This spring, they have created a waiting list for the course, and will begin to notify those who are at the top of the list on how to register. Once every person on the waiting list has had a chance to take the iEvaluate course, the course will then be available for open registration on AEA PD Online's registration catalog.
How do I know if I'm on the waiting list?
If you have not done so, or if you would like to check to make sure, please contact Matt Ludwig at the Iowa Department of Education at matt.ludwig@iowa.gov or (515) 281-3750. You will need to provide him with 1) your name, 2) your email address, 3) your license folder number, and 4) when your administrative license expires.
How many credits is the course?
The course is 2 license renewal credits. It is not available for graduate credit at this time.
How many different iEvaluate courses are there?
iEvaluate replaces both Evaluator 1 & 2, which are no longer being offered. However, there are 2 different iEvaluate courses, one for the evaluation of teachers, and one for the evaluation of administrators. Just like before, you need to complete one of those to meet the BOEE requirements for administrative licensure. Multiple sections of both courses will begin on May 16.
How long does the course take?
The course is designed to take 5-6 weeks. There is a final assignment requiring the recording of a teacher/administrator conference and reflections, and there will be additional time afforded for this final assignment.
Is the course all online? What is the format for the course?
Yes, the course is entirely online. It also is entirely asynchronous, meaning the participants won't meet at the same time (as opposed to via the ICN, for example). Participants can select when in the day to participate in the course.
What technical requirements do I need for the course?
Each participant needs a computer with Internet access. The course is accessed through AEA PD Online's Moodle system via a standard web browser. Each participant will also need access to either Microsoft Office or compatible software, as there are Microsoft Word and Power Point documents used in the course. And finally, participants will need to have the ability to record digitally their teacher/administrator conferences. There will be an online dropbox for participants to submit their digital video file. Participants needing assistance with technology may contact their instructor to find alternative methods.
What work is involved in the course?
In addition to recorded teacher/administrator conferences, there are a variety of activities in the course. There are reflection forums (discussion threads), quizzes for checks of understanding, as well as individual writing assignments.
If you have additional questions, please contact Matt Ludwig at the Iowa Department of Education at matt.ludwig@iowa.gov or (515) 281-3750.
How do I know if I'm on the waiting list?
If you have not done so, or if you would like to check to make sure, please contact Matt Ludwig at the Iowa Department of Education at matt.ludwig@iowa.gov or (515) 281-3750. You will need to provide him with 1) your name, 2) your email address, 3) your license folder number, and 4) when your administrative license expires.
How many credits is the course?
The course is 2 license renewal credits. It is not available for graduate credit at this time.
How many different iEvaluate courses are there?
iEvaluate replaces both Evaluator 1 & 2, which are no longer being offered. However, there are 2 different iEvaluate courses, one for the evaluation of teachers, and one for the evaluation of administrators. Just like before, you need to complete one of those to meet the BOEE requirements for administrative licensure. Multiple sections of both courses will begin on May 16.
How long does the course take?
The course is designed to take 5-6 weeks. There is a final assignment requiring the recording of a teacher/administrator conference and reflections, and there will be additional time afforded for this final assignment.
Is the course all online? What is the format for the course?
Yes, the course is entirely online. It also is entirely asynchronous, meaning the participants won't meet at the same time (as opposed to via the ICN, for example). Participants can select when in the day to participate in the course.
What technical requirements do I need for the course?
Each participant needs a computer with Internet access. The course is accessed through AEA PD Online's Moodle system via a standard web browser. Each participant will also need access to either Microsoft Office or compatible software, as there are Microsoft Word and Power Point documents used in the course. And finally, participants will need to have the ability to record digitally their teacher/administrator conferences. There will be an online dropbox for participants to submit their digital video file. Participants needing assistance with technology may contact their instructor to find alternative methods.
What work is involved in the course?
In addition to recorded teacher/administrator conferences, there are a variety of activities in the course. There are reflection forums (discussion threads), quizzes for checks of understanding, as well as individual writing assignments.
If you have additional questions, please contact Matt Ludwig at the Iowa Department of Education at matt.ludwig@iowa.gov or (515) 281-3750.
Institute to Focus on Working with Visually Impaired Students
Statewide System for Vision Services/Iowa Braille School will offer a three-day training in August for professionals who work with a student who has a visual impairment during the 2011-2012 school year. The Summer Institute 2011 will be held at the Scheman Building on the Iowa State University Campus on August 9, 10 & 11. Click here to download a registration form.
Changes to Earning Graduate Credit through Drake University
Due to recently updated federal guidelines, some requirements for Drake credit will change effective July 1, 2011. Heartland AEA 11 will continue to offer license renewal credit (LR) as before and Drake graduate credit for courses meeting the guidelines. However, if a participant seeks to use the graduate credit towards a master’s degree program, they must earn EDMA credit (new opportunity). As always, educators are encouraged to check with their university to determine what (if any) courses can be applied to a master’s program. Click here to download a grid that highlights the guidelines.
Also effective July 1, 2011, Drake University will no longer offer graduate credit for conferences, workshops or clinics. License renewal credits may still be earned if the conference, workshop or clinic meets the requirements.
If you have questions about these changes and new guidelines, please contact Sue Schirmer at sschirmer@aea11.k12.ia.us or at (800) 255-0405 ext. 14379.
Also effective July 1, 2011, Drake University will no longer offer graduate credit for conferences, workshops or clinics. License renewal credits may still be earned if the conference, workshop or clinic meets the requirements.
If you have questions about these changes and new guidelines, please contact Sue Schirmer at sschirmer@aea11.k12.ia.us or at (800) 255-0405 ext. 14379.
May 2011 Educator Connection Newsletter
Yesterday Heartland AEA sent out the second edition of our new newsletter called the Educator Connection. It was e-mailed to all educators in the Heartland area and is intended to keep our educators better connected to our agency and to the many programs and services we offer to educators, students and families. We will send the next Educator Connection next fall. Click here to download the newsletter.
If you have any comments or suggestions for articles you’d like to see, please e-mail them to the Heartland AEA Communications Department at comms@aea11.k12.ia.us.
If you have any comments or suggestions for articles you’d like to see, please e-mail them to the Heartland AEA Communications Department at comms@aea11.k12.ia.us.
New ELL Screener Coming Next Fall
School districts in Iowa currently use either the IPT or LAS to place new students appropriately for ELL service based on their English language proficiency levels. The State of Iowa has determined that a new screener will be available in the fall called the Tennessee English Language Proficiency Assessment or TELPA. Advantages of the TELPA include the fact that it is aligned with the I-ELDA. As such, it provides a ”zero” data point to show growth, unlike the IPT or LAS screeners currently utilized.
While districts are free to exhaust their current supplies of the IPT and LAS assessments first, the TELPA will be available at that time. Heartland AEA ESL Consultants, Stephaney Jones-Vo and Pat Latham, will be attending a training session on May 26 about the TELPA.
In the fall (2011), districts will receive notification of TELPA training which will be offered for all district ELL teachers and administrators interested in learning how to administer this new screener. Information on how to order the TELPA will also be shared.
While districts are free to exhaust their current supplies of the IPT and LAS assessments first, the TELPA will be available at that time. Heartland AEA ESL Consultants, Stephaney Jones-Vo and Pat Latham, will be attending a training session on May 26 about the TELPA.
In the fall (2011), districts will receive notification of TELPA training which will be offered for all district ELL teachers and administrators interested in learning how to administer this new screener. Information on how to order the TELPA will also be shared.
IASB Section 504 Manual Recently Updated
The Section 504 manual has been recently updated and available online with the convenience of exhibits just a click away at this link:
http://www.ia-sb.org/PolicyLegal.aspx?id=10532
This manual is intended to provide general information about § 504 and IASB is available to assist member school boards and their administrators, board secretaries, employees and attorneys in understanding § 504. Questions can be directed to contact Mary Gannon at mgannon@ia-sb.org or (800) 795-4272 x229.
http://www.ia-sb.org/PolicyLegal.aspx?id=10532
This manual is intended to provide general information about § 504 and IASB is available to assist member school boards and their administrators, board secretaries, employees and attorneys in understanding § 504. Questions can be directed to contact Mary Gannon at mgannon@ia-sb.org or (800) 795-4272 x229.
Hold from serving SnoKist Brand Applesauce
If you have SnoKist brand of applesauce and the following information on the cans or cases, you need to hold the product and DO NOT USE.
All of the potentially implicated product was applesauce packed in #10 cans intended for Schools (A350). The can codes are in the format 16047 P08XX, where XX is a two letter code. 16047 is the plant code for the product/pack size. P08 is the code for that production day, and the two letter code (found in distribution list available here) is for the production period during the day. Additional instructions will be provided for affected schools at a later time.
All of the potentially implicated product was applesauce packed in #10 cans intended for Schools (A350). The can codes are in the format 16047 P08XX, where XX is a two letter code. 16047 is the plant code for the product/pack size. P08 is the code for that production day, and the two letter code (found in distribution list available here) is for the production period during the day. Additional instructions will be provided for affected schools at a later time.
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