Our Mission

To improve the learning outcomes and well-being of all children and youth by providing services and leadership in partnership with families, schools and communities.

Our Goals

• Increase learning growth for students
• Decrease the gap in achievement
• Increase annual graduation rates
• Increase gateways to post-secondary success

 

HAA Meeting Reminder - Feb. 4

The next HAA meeting will be held via zoom on Feb. 4 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. There will be no in-person meeting. The abbreviated agenda will feature a legislative update and updates from our educational partners. Calendar invitations have been sent that note the adjusted time and include the zoom link.

Join us for the 2025 Day on the Hill with Iowa's AEAs, IASB & SAI on Jan. 27-28, 2025! With three events across two days and two in-depth advocacy webinars, you will be well-equipped to advocate for public schools and student success! Learn more and register today!

Do you have a stand-out student program? Showcase Your District’s Innovative Programs with a Compelling Exhibit at “Day on the Hill”.

We’re Here For All Your Printing and Copying Needs!

Heartland AEA is still here for all your creative services needs from printing and copying to graphic design and laminating! Learn more about our services on our website or order directly at Creative Services Online. It’s fast, easy and all materials are delivered directly to your school!

Our team can create and print instructional materials, displays, posters, wall graphics, brochures – almost anything you need to help students achieve and schools run smoothly!

Our staff focuses on working with you to create and produce items that truly fit you, your students’ and your school’s needs. The possibilities are endless!

Creative Services Online has several great features that will help you save time when requesting materials.

• Upload files straight to print
• Search our offering of ready-made products, some of which can be customized for you/your classroom
• Pay online using a purchase order, credit card or Pcard
• Easily reorder items from “order history”

Learn more about our services on our website or order directly at Creative Service Online. It’s fast, easy and all materials are delivered directly to your school!

Your Guide to Digital Learning: February Highlights for Educators

Stay ahead of the curve in digital learning with this month’s Heartland AEA Digital Learning newsletter! Packed with exciting updates and resources, here’s what you need to know:

• Not too late! Join us for Day of AI Workshop Feb. 18
• Trying to Navigate the world of AI with students?
• Scholastic Story Starters K-6
• Digital Learning Day: Feb. 13, 2025
• Library Tool of the Month!
• Tool Time With the Tech Team

Don’t Miss Out: Heartland AEA Library & Digital Newsletter

Check out the latest updates in the Heartland AEA Library & Digital Newsletter:

• Digital Resource Selection for 2025-26
• MisInfo Day 2025
• Transforming Videos into Lessons with A
• Iowa History Teaching Resources, 3-12
• Tired of CRAAP?

Join Our Upcoming District Career & Academic Plan Workshop

District Career & Academic Planning (DCAP) Workshop
Feb. 20, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Heartland AEA, Adel Regional Office, 602 Visions Parkway, Adel, IA

No Zoom link will be available for this session

Improve your DCAPs with a full day of learning and work time. District presenters will share examples of how they have set goals and improved sections of their DCAPs. Bring your team and use RPP funds for subs and mileage. Register Here (one registration per district).

Upcoming Essential Professional Learning Sessions Focus on Students With Significant Cognitive Disabilities

The Heartland AEA Significant Disabilities Leadership team is offering a series of impactful professional learning sessions designed to enhance your instructional practices.

Emergent Literacy Strategies for Students on Alternate Assessment
April 15, 16 & May 6
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Dr, Johnston

Conventional Literacy Strategies for Students on Alternate Assessment
April 15, 18 & May 7
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Dr, Johnston

Emergent Mathematical Strategies for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Alternate Assessment)
April 23, 25 & 30
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Dr, Johnston

Conventional Mathematical Strategies for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Alternate Assessment)
April 23 & May 2
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Dr, Johnston

Don't miss this opportunity to:

• Gain valuable insights and practical strategies.
• Make a real difference in the lives of your students.

Space is limited, so register today!

Iowa Department of Education Seeks Input on Career & Technical Education

The Iowa Department of Education encourages you to share observations, experiences and insights on career and technical education (CTE) in Iowa. The input the DE receives will help develop Iowa’s next 4-year state plan required under the federal Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, commonly referred to as Perkins V. Your feedback is essential to developing CTE programs that meet the needs of students, educators, employers and the community. This survey engages key stakeholders as outlined in the Perkins V federal legislation during the DE’s Perkins V State Plan Review/Revision Process: Perkins V Stakeholder Survey. This survey will close at the end of business on Feb. 7.

Superintendent and Education Leaders Update Jan. 2025

The Jan. 2025 Superintendent and Education Leaders Update from the Iowa Department of Education is now available.