Meeting Reminder: HAA Will Meet Nov. 7

The Heartland Administrators' Association (HAA) will meet Nov. 7, 2017, from 9 - 11:30 a.m. at the Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive in Johnston, Rooms 107 A/B.

HAA Meeting
Nov. 7, 2017
9 - 11:30 a.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive
Rooms 107A/B
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Agenda Link

HAA: Registration is Open for a Special Jan. 9 Workshop on Crisis Communication and Emergency Management

The Jan. 9 meeting of the Heartland Administrators’ Association (HAA) will not be a typical monthly meeting. Instead, Heartland AEA is bringing in Rick Kaufman, a nationally recognized crisis management consultant and trainer, to lead a workshop on Crisis Communication & Emergency Management. Superintendents are invited to bring another representative from the district, such as a communications or public relations specialist or a principal. Learn more about the workshop at this link and be sure to register!

Crisis Communication & Emergency Management Workshop
Jan. 9, 2018 Heartland Administrators' Association Meeting
9 - 11:00 a.m.
*Note the location change to: Hilton Garden Inn, 8600 Northpark Dr, in Johnston

Register at this link

*There will not be a Zoom option for this meeting since it’s highly interactive.

Principles to Actions: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All Will be Held on Dec. 7 and 8

This workshop provides an introduction to the Principles to Actions’ Essential Elements that constitute the non-negotiable components of a successful mathematics program. Participants will focus on the following principles:

• A Commitment to Access and Equity
• A Powerful Curriculum
• Appropriate Tools and Technology
• Meaningful and Aligned Assessment; and
• A Culture of Professionalism

Dec. 7, 2017 (6-12)FFA Enrichment Center
1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny
Register at this link


Dec. 8, 2017 (K-5) FFA Enrichment Center 1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny
Register at this link


For more information, view the workshop flyer or contact Vickie Borich, Heartland AEA Mathematics Curriculum Consultant, at (515) 270-9030 ext. 11273 or vborich@heartlandaea.org.

Help Students and Families Plan for Transition to Life After High School with the Heartland AEA Family & Educator Partnership Transition Resource Guide

A Guide to assist students 14 and older as they prepare for the transition from high school to adult life is available to download from our website. This guide provides information and ideas to assist families and educators with critical transition planning during a student’s high school years.

Who can benefit from this Guide?

• Students age 14 and older who have an IEP or 504 plan
• Families and educators of students age 14 and older who have an IEP or 504 plan
• Heartland AEA staff who provide transition services
• All those interested in transition information

Additional copies of this Guide are available through the Family & Educator Partnership (FEP). To find your FEP Coordinator, visit this page on our website, call Heartland AEA at (515) 270-9030 or (800) 362-2720 or call the Des Moines Public Schools at (515) 242-7556.

BoEE Newsletter - Nov. 2017

The BoEE Nov. 2017 Newsletter contains important news about the new CTE Information Technology endorsement, BEDS common issues, conditional licensure, new online licensure system, and STEM award deadline.

Nov. 2017 Each and Every Child Newsletter

The Nov. 2017 issue of the Each and Every Child Newsletter from the Iowa Department of Education is now available. It includes tips, CTE Information Technology, pathways to Becoming a Teacher and more.

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: Registration is Open for a Special Jan. 9 Workshop on Crisis Communication and Emergency Management

The Jan. 9 meeting of the Heartland Administrators’ Association (HAA) will not be a typical monthly meeting. Instead, Heartland AEA is bringing in Rick Kaufman, a nationally recognized crisis management consultant and trainer, to lead a workshop on Crisis Communication & Emergency Management. Superintendents are invited to bring another representative from the district, such as a communications or public relations specialist or a principal. Learn more about the workshop at this link and be sure to register!

Crisis Communication & Emergency Management Workshop
Jan. 9, 2018 Heartland Administrators' Association Meeting
9 - 11:00 a.m.
*Note the location change to: Hilton Garden Inn, 8600 Northpark Dr, in Johnston

Register at this link

*There will not be a Zoom option for this meeting since it’s highly interactive.

Register for the 2018 Legislative Education Advocacy Day

Dates for the 2018 Legislative Advocacy Event sponsored by Iowa's Area Education Agencies have been finalized. The event will be held on Jan. 30-31 and will bring together school administrators from across Iowa to learn the most up-to-date legislative insight and meet with legislators face-to-face at the Capitol.

Legislative Update
Jan. 30, 2018
5:30 p.m.
Prairie Meadows Hotel

Legislative Visits
Jan. 31, 2018
7:30 - 9 a.m.
Iowa State Capitol

Registration is open until Jan. 23 at this link.

Phishing Email Alert

Iowa’s Area Education Agencies have been made aware of a phishing incident in which the logos of Iowa’s AEAs, Iowa Department of Education and ISEA are being used. It is an invitation to represent your school and district in a seminar and training workshop taking place in Des Moines and is sent by Professor Margaret Rogers, Seminar Director, Cell: 515.207.7577.

This is a phishing email. If you receive this email, delete it without opening. Please share with your staff, as appropriate.