Principal Alliance Nov. Network Recording Now Available

The recording of the Nov. 30 Principal Alliance meeting has been added to the Statewide Principal Alliance running agenda. This document will include all meetings and materials for the year.

Section 504 Workshop - Back by Popular Demand

Looking to increase your knowledge of the Section 504 requirements, or to enhance your district's Section 504 processes and procedures? We have the workshop for you! This Section 504 Workshop is intended for school/district teams who would like to increase their knowledge and understanding of the Section 504 educational regulations. Participants will have the opportunity to apply their learning through scenarios and will also have the opportunity to analyze their current district/school Section 504 processes and procedures.

We have two options available for teams. Select one to attend:

Dec. 13, 2023
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Heartland AEA, 602 Visions Parkway, Adel
Register here

OR

Feb. 8, 2024
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Heartland AEA, 511 S. 17th Street, Ames
Register here

Spring Classes Offered for Teachers Who Work With Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Emergent Mathematical Strategies for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Alternate Assessment)
Dates: Jan. 16, 17 and 25, 2024
Location: Heartland AEA, 115 W. Salem Avenue, Indianola

registration link

Conventional Mathematical Strategies for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Alternate Assessment)
Dates: Jan. 16 and 26, 2024
Location: Heartland AEA, 115 W. Salem Avenue, Indianola
registration link

Conventional Literacy Strategies for Students on Alternate Assessment
Dates: March 26, April 3 and 15, 2024
Location: Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
registration link

Emergent Literacy Strategies for Students on Alternate Assessment
Dates: March 26, April 2 and 8, 2024
Location: Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
registration link

Teachers who work with students with significant cognitive disabilities are invited to visit the Heartland AEA Significant Cognitive Disabilities: Teaching and Learning Site. The newly enhanced site improves organization and includes new tools and resources, such as pages for transition and behavior.