The February Curriculum Network Meeting will be held on Friday, February 3, 2012 in Rooms 13A & B of the Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston). We will begin at 8:30 a.m. with Our Time–Our Topic discussions. Find the online agenda here.
Friday, January 27, 2012
Botanical Bliss Awaits Diverse Learners' Conference & Resource Fair Attendees!
Stay warm and enjoy the tropical surroundings when you attend the 2012 Diverse Learner’s Resource Fair & Conference on Saturday, February 18 at the Botanical Center in Des Moines. The conference includes presentations that cover a variety of topics and strategies to help students with disabilities succeed at home and at school. Conference registration is only $10 and includes handouts and lunch! No registration is required to attend the Resource Fair, which will showcase many local agencies that will discuss their services. Please pass on the flyer found here to educators, parents and students who may be interested in attending.
World Food Prize Iowa Youth Institute Creates Life-Changing Opportunities to Inspire Young Leaders
Since 1986, the World Food Prize has been the foremost international award recognizing the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity or availability of food in the world. The World Food Prize also promotes youth programs that challenge students to put their minds and leadership toward combating global issues.
The first annual World Food Prize Iowa Youth Institute will be held on April 30, 2012 at Iowa State University. Participating students are eligible for selection to attend the Global Youth Institute in Des Moines during the World Food Prize events week. These students may apply for the prestigious Borlaug-Ruan International Internship and Wallace-Carver Internship.
Click here for more information about the World Food Prize youth programs and here for more information about the Hall of Laureates building which is the site of the former Des Moines Library and will be open to the public in Spring 2012. Descriptions and details about the youth programs and internships can also be found at: http://www.worldfoodprize.org/en/youth_programs/global_youth_institute/iowa/
There is plenty of room for increased participation in the State of Iowa. Click here for an excel list of the participating schools from the Global Youth Institute held during World Food Prize events week, October 2011. These schools are more or less the schools that have participated on a continual basis over the years. As you can see, more Iowa schools could be taking advantage of these opportunities as this list includes 70 schools and there are spots for 200 at the Iowa Youth Institute.
A save the date flyer can be found here and can be distributed to interested school counselors, teachers and students.
For more information on how to participate in the Iowa Youth Institute, contact the World Food Prize Director of Iowa Education Programs Catherine Swoboda at cswoboda@worldfoodprize.org or at (515) 245-3727.
The first annual World Food Prize Iowa Youth Institute will be held on April 30, 2012 at Iowa State University. Participating students are eligible for selection to attend the Global Youth Institute in Des Moines during the World Food Prize events week. These students may apply for the prestigious Borlaug-Ruan International Internship and Wallace-Carver Internship.
Click here for more information about the World Food Prize youth programs and here for more information about the Hall of Laureates building which is the site of the former Des Moines Library and will be open to the public in Spring 2012. Descriptions and details about the youth programs and internships can also be found at: http://www.worldfoodprize.org/en/youth_programs/global_youth_institute/iowa/
There is plenty of room for increased participation in the State of Iowa. Click here for an excel list of the participating schools from the Global Youth Institute held during World Food Prize events week, October 2011. These schools are more or less the schools that have participated on a continual basis over the years. As you can see, more Iowa schools could be taking advantage of these opportunities as this list includes 70 schools and there are spots for 200 at the Iowa Youth Institute.
A save the date flyer can be found here and can be distributed to interested school counselors, teachers and students.
For more information on how to participate in the Iowa Youth Institute, contact the World Food Prize Director of Iowa Education Programs Catherine Swoboda at cswoboda@worldfoodprize.org or at (515) 245-3727.
Earn Your ESL Endorsement through New Heartland AEA-Drake Partnership!
Informational workshops have been scheduled so that interested participants will be able to explore the possibility of participation in the newly instated ESL endorsement partnership between Heartland AEA and Drake University. Participants should bring copies of their college transcripts. Please pass the flyer found here to educators who may be interested in participating.Urbandale CSD to Offer Poverty Simulation
What is the Poverty Simulation?
The Poverty Simulation is a unique, interactive experience that helps people begin to understand what life is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress. The Simulation involves 44-80 participants who take on the roles of members of 26 families, all facing a variety of challenging but typical circumstances such as homelessness, job loss and child care issues.
How long does the Simulation last?
This activity lasts from two and a half to three hours. It includes an introduction, and briefing by facilitators, the simulation exercise, and a debriefing where participants share what they have learned through the experience.
Where and when will the Simulation take place?
The Simulation will take place on Saturday, March 3 at 9:00 a.m. in the Urbandale High School Media Center (7111 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale).
Who can participate?
Anyone who has an interest in understanding poverty and being part of the solution is invited to attend.
How do I sign up?
If you are interested in signing up, please contact Jan Stewart in the Administrative Office of the Urbandale Community School District. The number is (515) 457-5050. Please provide email address, mailing address and phone number. Deadline to register Friday, February 24 at noon.
For additional information call Brenda Auxier-Mailey at (515) 457-5004. Please pass on the flyer found here to educators, community members and students who may be interested in attending.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
The Poverty Simulation is a unique, interactive experience that helps people begin to understand what life is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress. The Simulation involves 44-80 participants who take on the roles of members of 26 families, all facing a variety of challenging but typical circumstances such as homelessness, job loss and child care issues.
How long does the Simulation last?
This activity lasts from two and a half to three hours. It includes an introduction, and briefing by facilitators, the simulation exercise, and a debriefing where participants share what they have learned through the experience.
Where and when will the Simulation take place?
The Simulation will take place on Saturday, March 3 at 9:00 a.m. in the Urbandale High School Media Center (7111 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale).
Who can participate?
Anyone who has an interest in understanding poverty and being part of the solution is invited to attend.
How do I sign up?
If you are interested in signing up, please contact Jan Stewart in the Administrative Office of the Urbandale Community School District. The number is (515) 457-5050. Please provide email address, mailing address and phone number. Deadline to register Friday, February 24 at noon.
For additional information call Brenda Auxier-Mailey at (515) 457-5004. Please pass on the flyer found here to educators, community members and students who may be interested in attending.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
Receive Master’s of Education in Curriculum and Instructional Technology from ISU
The Iowa State University Department of Curriculum and Instruction will be admitting new students to the Online Master of Education with a specialization in Curriculum and Instructional Technology program in Summer 2012.
This program offers an opportunity for classroom teachers and technology coordinators to gain further expertise in the use of technology in the classroom. Both the Iowa Core Curriculum and the increased number of 1 to 1 laptop initiatives in Iowa increase the need for teacher leaders in the area of technology and the ISU program provides an excellent opportunity for teachers to develop both technology and leadership skills.
This online M.Ed. program is offered in a learning community environment and makes use of distance technologies to allow Iowa teachers to earn a Master's degree by taking courses online. The program maintains the same rigorous academics and high standards for excellence as the on-campus graduate program.
The admission process is competitive and limited to practicing teachers, technology coordinators and other educators who are interested in taking a leadership role in technology use in schools. Application deadline is March 30, 2012.
Detailed information can be found at the program website: http://ctlt.iastate.edu/citmed
To request additional information contact citmed@iastate.edu.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
This program offers an opportunity for classroom teachers and technology coordinators to gain further expertise in the use of technology in the classroom. Both the Iowa Core Curriculum and the increased number of 1 to 1 laptop initiatives in Iowa increase the need for teacher leaders in the area of technology and the ISU program provides an excellent opportunity for teachers to develop both technology and leadership skills.
This online M.Ed. program is offered in a learning community environment and makes use of distance technologies to allow Iowa teachers to earn a Master's degree by taking courses online. The program maintains the same rigorous academics and high standards for excellence as the on-campus graduate program.
The admission process is competitive and limited to practicing teachers, technology coordinators and other educators who are interested in taking a leadership role in technology use in schools. Application deadline is March 30, 2012.
Detailed information can be found at the program website: http://ctlt.iastate.edu/citmed
To request additional information contact citmed@iastate.edu.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
New Hampton Community Schools Seeking New Leadership
Due to a retirement, the New Hampton school board is recruiting a new superintendent to begin July 1, 2012. New Hampton is a nice north Iowa county seat town with a school enrollment of over 1,060 students. An Iowa superintendent certificate is required. Application deadline is February 24, 2012. EEO/AA Employer.
For application materials, contact:
Robert Ayers, Board Secretary
New Hampton CSD
710 Main Street
New Hampton, IA 50659
b_ayers@new-hampton.k12.ia.us
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
For application materials, contact:
Robert Ayers, Board Secretary
New Hampton CSD
710 Main Street
New Hampton, IA 50659
b_ayers@new-hampton.k12.ia.us
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
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