Brandon Busteed, Executive Director of Gallup Education, and the Economics of Human Development

Presenter Brandon Busteed will share research findings of how schools are increasing student engagement, hope and well-being and why these measures are more important than tests and grades. Mr. Busteed will hold a presentation for superintendents during the Heartland Administrators’ Association Meeting on Tuesday, February 4, and an additional session for principals, district administrators and curriculum directors will be hosted that afternoon from 1:00-3:00 p.m. It will be a great opportunity for superintendents or principals to bring in school teams.

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New Vendors Added to the Iowa Educators Consortium

The IEC has several new vendor-partners with savings opportunities to offer you this year.  Each of our partners has gone through a rigorous bid and evaluation process to insure they are able to provide high quality products, competitive pricing and excellent customer service. 

Please forward this notice to others within your school or district who may be interested.

Enablemart, part of the School Health family, offers a complete line of special needs products to help meet your IEP goals.
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Diverse_Learning/Enablemart

Egan Supply Company offers a full line of supplies and equipment to clean and maintain your school facilities.  Products are supported by a highly experienced team of cleaning and maintenance experts who will provide the service after the sale.
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Buildings_Grounds/Custodial_Supplies/Egan_Supply

Henry Schein provides medical supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals for your school’s health related needs.
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Health_First_Aid_Group/Henry_Schein
                      
iCARE is an online anti-bullying application for web and mobile devices. It helps engage an entire school and give students a way to work together to make their schools safe from bullying. 
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/School_Management_Group/Student_Course_Management/eWalk__iCoach_and_More__Media-

Interior Systems, Inc. specializes in modern school dining transformations that will take your cafeteria from simple to sensational!  Increase foodservice revenues, create a school showplace and promote school pride.
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Furniture/Cafeteria/Interior_Systems__Inc_

Iowa Prison Industries offers a full line of general cleaning chemicals and supplies for your facilities, including products that comply with Iowa's Green Cleaning mandate for schools and public buildings. Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Buildings_Grounds/Custodial_Supplies/IPI

TLC Sensory makes weighted blankets, lap bags and sensory buddies that were developed by a clinical therapist to help children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Asperger’s and other behavioral challenges.
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Diverse_Learning/TLC_Sensory

Xpedx has the products, expertise, environmental programs and procurement solutions you need to provide healthy, clean environments, reduce costs and meet sustainability goals.  1-2 day quick turnaround to receive most items!
Contact information and pricing: http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/IEC/Buildings_Grounds/Custodial_Supplies/xpedx

Impacting Lives Blog Showcases AEA Services

View the latest Impacting Lives update at http://aeas4iowa.wordpress.com/ for stories about the many ways Iowa's AEAs are making a difference.
In this issue:

• Teachers Receive Hands-on Autism Learning Experience
• ISU Students Make Communication Easier for Sam
• Northwest AEA/Schleswig school success: The Power of RTI for Preston
• Helping Districts Navigate Their Changing Populations
• The Road Less Traveled: One Student’s Struggle with Learning
• Northwest AEA/Hunt school success: Mom expresses gratitude for teamwork
• Alex Betz: A Shining Example of the Power of High Expectations

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