One-Day Workshop on 4th Edition ASCA National Model Planned for Oct. 23

With the changes to the ASCA National Model, a one-day workshop is planned for school counselors to learn about the changes and make appropriate refinements to their school counseling program. To register, visit School Counselor Update - 4th Edition ASCA National Model. For questions, contact Sue Schirmer, Heartland AEA Professional Learning & Leadership Consultant.

Updated Statewide AEA Special Education Procedures Manual Now Available

The Statewide AEA Special Education Procedures Manual and Release Notes have both been updated as of July 1, 2019.

They are now posted on the Iowa IDEA website; currently on the front page of the website, in addition to their permanent location under the IEP drop-down menu > Statewide Special Education Procedures > Manual. They are also posted on the Heartland AEA website under Special Education Services > Guidance Documents.


If you have any questions regarding the content, contact the Heartland AEA Regional Director who serves your district.

New Special Ed Teachers in Your District? Connect Them With IEP Processes & Development Training from Heartland AEA

If you have a new special education teacher or a special education teacher who is new to Iowa, Heartland AEA offers a professional learning course on IEP Processes & Development. Contact your Heartland AEA Regional Director to obtain registration information for the training session in your area.