Time Sensitive ELL Update about ELPA Assessment Administration

Instead of observing a test window of March 1 to May 1 as previously used for the I-ELDA assessment of ELLs, the Iowa Department of Education has suggested changing the state-approved assessment window of the ELPA 21 to Feb. 15 to April 15. for the 2015-16 school year.

The Iowa Department of Education also notes that: "We will also change these dates and post training announcements on our new webpage."

MidTESOL Conference in Iowa City Oct. 23-25, 2015

Teachers of English Learners are invited to attend an excellent weekend learning opportunity in Iowa City. Registration is available on the MidTESOL Conference website.

Teachers from districts within Heartland AEA are eligible for a reimbursement of registration cost, plus a $100 stipend to defray expenses incurred by hotel or travel through Title III. Claim forms will be available at the MidTESOL Conference, or contact: Stephaney Jones-Vo

Note: This Conference is independent of the Iowa Culture and Language Conference (ICLC) which will take place in Coralville, Iowa on November 9 (pre-conference) and Nov. 10-11, 2015 (full conference).

Iowa Transition Conference Registration Available

The Iowa Transition Pre-Conference sessions will focus on strategies for educators and AEAs. It will be held on Sept. 22, 2015 at the Coralville Marriott in Coralville, Iowa. The cost will be $65.00 for the half day and includes an afternoon snack. No lunch will be provided.

The Iowa Transition Conference will be held on Sept. 23-24, 2015 at the Coralville Marriott in Coralville, Iowa. Participants have the opportunity to attend sessions on transition planning, assessment and services appropriate for parents, students, educators, AEA and agencies living, learning and working with students with disabilities. The conference will also offer an Exhibit Hall to learn more about transition services and products and offer networking opportunities. Costs: Wednesday is a full day for $100.00 and includes breakfast and lunch; Thursday is a half day for $65.00 and includes breakfast with a keynote in the late morning before conference closing. No lunch will be provided.

For more information go to the ITC 2015 webpage.

For Exhibitor and Advertiser information go to ITC Exhibit and Advertiser webpage.

If you have registered, thank you for your support! Please send the attached flyer to anyone you feel would benefit from attending this event.