Friday, August 23, 2024

Heartland Administrators’ Association Meeting Reminder for Sept. 3


The first Heartland Administrators’ Association meeting for the 2024-25 school year will be held on Sept. 3 from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston. Look for a meeting reminder and finalized agenda within the next week.

Iowa’s AEAs Implement New Creative Services Fees


We are pleased to announce that all aspects of Creative Services (including print, production and graphic design) remain available and on-demand to all educators within our service area!

Please note that as required by the new legislation, effective Oct. 1, 2024, there will be a modest fee increase for some of our products and services. We’ve made every effort to keep these changes minimal and ensure our pricing remains extremely competitive. You can contact our Creative Services Department to receive an estimate on a request before you order it. Information can be found on our Creative Services webpage.

Stay Connected: Curriculum Network Begins Sept. 6


Curriculum Network is an opportunity for educators to increase their knowledge and skills, gain support from peers and connect to AEA resources.

Curriculum Network begins Sept. 6, 2024 and is held on the first Friday of each month from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Join the network at this Statewide Zoom link.

*Local AEA meetings will follow statewide updates and will have an agency-specific Zoom link.

Sept. 2024 Agenda
Iowa Department of Education Updates:
  • Attendance requirements (Senate File 2435)
  • Open Enrollment (Senate File 2435)
  • Chapter 12
  • ESSA
AEA Updates:
  • AEA Statewide Networks
  • Chronic Absenteeism
  • Literacy and Math Standards Support
  • Personalized Learning Plan for Literacy
  • ESSA Supports - Your AEA can help

Facilitator & Director Contact: Susie Meade, Chief Academic Officer, Heartland AEA