Download a Word Doc or PDF version of the March Heartland Administrators Association meeting agenda. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 1 at the West Des Moines Learning Resource Center from 9:00-11:50 a.m.
During the first hour of professional learning, we will have conversations about chapter two of the book, District Leadership That Works by Marzano and Waters. We will have copies of the book available for anyone who needs one. If you have your own copy of this book, please bring it.
Later in the morning Jason Glass, Iowa Department of Education Director-elect, will join us to share his vision and plans for the Department.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Curriculum Network: March Curriculum Network Meeting
The March Curriculum Network meeting will be held on Friday, March 4 in Room 13 A & B of the Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive). There will be four breakout topics during the meeting. The agenda can be accessed at http://curriculumnet.pbworks.com/w/page/36647332/March-2011-Agenda
Conference to Promote Curriculum for 21st Century Learners
The Iowa ASCD together with the Curriculum Mapping Institute will host the conference, "Upgrading the Curriculum for 21st Century Learners" June 22-23, 2011 at Southeast Polk High School in Pleasant Hill. Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs will share ideas and strategies featured in her ASCD book, Curriculum 21: Essential Education for a Changing World. Participants will learn how they can upgrade dated curriculum content, skills and assessments with timely and engaging contemporary replacements. A pre-conference workshop will be held on June 21 and will focus on curriculum mapping strategies. Learn more about the conference and how to register by clicking here.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
District Assignments for Heartland AEA Leaders for 2011-12
The members of the Leadership and Learning Planning Council (LLPC) met Monday, February 21 and confirmed the initial draft of district assignments for leaders for 2011-12. This assignment of leaders is part of our agency effort to align resources to provide more intense services to our districts. Consideration for assignments was given to existing partnerships, geography and balance of director responsibilities, including supervision of staff. The list of assignments can be found by clicking here. This is the best information we have to date; however, as our work continues, it is possible that these assignments could shift. Should that happen, staff and districts that are impacted will be notified as soon as possible.
Agency staff have also been made aware of these assignments. Please feel free to contact your current partnership director if you have questions.
Thanks for your continued support of our agency.
Agency staff have also been made aware of these assignments. Please feel free to contact your current partnership director if you have questions.
Thanks for your continued support of our agency.
Tips & Trends February Issue is Available
This week the Heartland AEA Print & Production services sent out its second edition of the “Tips & Trends” flyer available by clicking here. Copies of the one-page flyer were sent to all Heartland area schools to communicate our printing capabilities. Many find that using Heartland AEA’s Print & Production services is a convenient and cost-effective alternative to using school copiers and chain store print centers. Inquire how we can help you with your spring printing needs such as graduation programs, school posters and sports schedules.
Also mentioned in the flyer is our March 9 Print & Production Open House. Come meet our Print & Production staff and see first-hand the capabilities and products that are available for all schools in the Heartland area. Although registration is not required, attendees who do register for this event will receive a calendar with their school logo. Register online through Heartland’s Professional Development Catalog, using activity number WK029992111101 or by doing a keyword search for “Print Center Open House.”
Also mentioned in the flyer is our March 9 Print & Production Open House. Come meet our Print & Production staff and see first-hand the capabilities and products that are available for all schools in the Heartland area. Although registration is not required, attendees who do register for this event will receive a calendar with their school logo. Register online through Heartland’s Professional Development Catalog, using activity number WK029992111101 or by doing a keyword search for “Print Center Open House.”
Estherville Lincoln Central Seeking New Leadership
Estherville Lincoln Central is seeking an innovative and dynamic individual to be its next superintendent. Located at the top of Iowa and known as the Midgets, the district offers gigantic opportunities to over 1,300 students.
Their youngest learners spend time in the day care center and preschools located within the school facilities. The community recently demonstrated its immense support by passing a bond issue by 82 percent, which created a new 5-8 middle school and additions to the elementary and high school buildings. Thanks to a partnership with Iowa Lakes Community College, over 40 percent of the juniors and seniors enroll in classes and earn college credit while attending high school. Student participation in all activities in the district (athletics, fine arts, clubs, student councils, FFA) is strong.
Technology plays a fundamental role in preparing the students for their future. Extensive Media Centers, computer to student ratio of almost 2:1 and Mimeo boards are some of the highlights.
The district remains financially solvent with 5.7 percent solvency ratio and $1.4 million unspent balance.
The area includes amazing natural resources 15 minutes from Iowa’s Great Lakes, abundant recreation facilities, shopping opportunities and many community and civic organizations.
Their mission is to ensure all students maximize their learning potential in becoming confident, independent, productive citizens with good character. If you would like to apply for this position, mail to Kate Woods, Board Secretary, Estherville Lincoln Central CSD, 315 N 6th Street, Estherville, IA 51334 the following application materials:
Feb. 18, 2011 - Advertising begins
March 7, 2011 - Application deadline
March 14, 2011 - Present finalists to board
March 28-31, 2011 - Interview finalists
April 8, 2011 - New superintendent named
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
Their youngest learners spend time in the day care center and preschools located within the school facilities. The community recently demonstrated its immense support by passing a bond issue by 82 percent, which created a new 5-8 middle school and additions to the elementary and high school buildings. Thanks to a partnership with Iowa Lakes Community College, over 40 percent of the juniors and seniors enroll in classes and earn college credit while attending high school. Student participation in all activities in the district (athletics, fine arts, clubs, student councils, FFA) is strong.
Technology plays a fundamental role in preparing the students for their future. Extensive Media Centers, computer to student ratio of almost 2:1 and Mimeo boards are some of the highlights.
The district remains financially solvent with 5.7 percent solvency ratio and $1.4 million unspent balance.
The area includes amazing natural resources 15 minutes from Iowa’s Great Lakes, abundant recreation facilities, shopping opportunities and many community and civic organizations.
Their mission is to ensure all students maximize their learning potential in becoming confident, independent, productive citizens with good character. If you would like to apply for this position, mail to Kate Woods, Board Secretary, Estherville Lincoln Central CSD, 315 N 6th Street, Estherville, IA 51334 the following application materials:
- Letter of application
- Resume/VITA
- Three letters of recommendation
- Copy of a current Iowa School Superintendent Endorsement including Evaluator Approval
Feb. 18, 2011 - Advertising begins
March 7, 2011 - Application deadline
March 14, 2011 - Present finalists to board
March 28-31, 2011 - Interview finalists
April 8, 2011 - New superintendent named
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
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