November 3 HAA Meeting Reminder

The next HAA meeting will be held on Tues., Nov. 3. This will be an in person meeting held from 9:00 -11:30 at Heartland’s Johnston office, Rooms 107A/B. Look for an agenda soon.

Save the Date: Day on the Hill 2027

Iowa’s Area Education Agencies (AEAs), Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) and School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) invite you to the 2027 Day on the Hill on Jan. 25, 2027. Registration for this event will open in November.

Now Accepting Student Showcase Submissions
Do you have an innovative or exciting program you'd like to showcase for legislators? Submit your idea for a chance to exhibit in the Capitol Rotunda—student exhibitors are welcome!

Become a Social Studies Item Writer or Reviewer

Share this with your secondary social studies teachers, curriculum coordinators and instructional leaders

The Iowa Testing Programs at the University of Iowa is developing the new statewide social studies assessments for 8th and 11th grades and is currently recruiting Iowa social studies teachers to serve as item writers and reviewers. Interested teachers can review the Item or Reviewer overview and contact trevor-templeman@uiowa.edu with questions or complete the interest survey using the QR code on the flyer.

Promote and Celebrate Your District with Specialty Print Materials

Did you know that we can print on more than just paper? We can help design and print materials celebrating students, promoting school events or publicizing district information.

Yard Signs

Yard signs can be used to celebrate student activities and achievements or to inform and organize school events.

Signs are 24" x 18" corrugated plastic – with or without a step stake. They can be ordered either single or double sided.

Pricing
24" x 18" Full Color, 1 sided – $15.00 per sign
24" x 18" Full Color, 2 sided – $25.00 per sign

Price does not include any graphic design time if needed. Orders requiring graphic design should be ordered under Custom Graphic Design.

Retractable Banners

Banners on retractable stands are easily portable and can be used to promote your district or events, give directions, or share information. Banners are 80 inches tall and 33.5 inches wide.

Pricing
33.5" x 80" Full Color, 1 sided – $127.00 per banner (stand included)

Price does not include any graphic design time if needed. Orders requiring graphic design should be ordered under Custom Graphic Design.

We can also print:

• Stickers
• Vinyl adhesive wall and window graphics
• Vinyl banners
• Hanging parking tags
• 2-Pocket folders
• Magnets
• Door hangers

Reach out to creativeservices@heartlandaea.org with any questions or place your order on our website.

Plan Ahead for Your Staff Development

As district leaders get into the business of the year, remember that AEA staff are available to support on‐site learning, join regional sessions or provide customized professional learning and support that fits building‐level needs. Each AEA also has fall and spring professional learning options available, including instructional coaching, MTSS implementation, SEBH supports and curriculum‐focused sessions. Your AEA staff can help you develop a customized support plan for your district. Check out the courses available through AEA Professional Learning, or reach out for help accessing tools, training and staff support to help your teams be successful this school year.