Partnering with Heartland AEA: Tailored Support for Your District's School Improvement Journey

Heartland AEA is committed to addressing the unique school improvement needs of each district through tailored support that fosters meaningful collaboration and sustainable growth. Our team provides expertise in areas such as data analysis, implementation strategies and long-term sustainability planning, empowering districts to overcome challenges and enhance student outcomes.

Key Resources to Explore

• Slide deck: Discover how we support districts in meeting their goals through targeted services and collaborative strategies
• Des Moines Public Schools: Integrating Technology in Teaching and Learning: Watch how Des Moines Public Schools are integrating technology in teaching and learning with support from Heartland AEA 

Tools and Services to Elevate Your Work

• Data Dashboards: Designed to help districts collect, analyze and use data effectively to propel the district forward with intentional school improvement plans
• Heartland AEA ESSA Supports: Access resources to align with Every Student Succeeds Act requirements effectively.

Statewide Data Review Zoom Sessions

Join one of the facilitated sessions led by AEA staff to collaboratively analyze data and identify next steps for school improvement.

Iowa's AEAs will be providing four Zoom sessions for districts across the state to participate in. Please plan to join one of the statewide sessions below for the facilitated Data Review led by AEA staff.

Dec. 11, 2024 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.	Dec. 13, 2024 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.	Jan. 7, 2025 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.	Jan. 10, 2025 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Heartland AEA Digital Learning Newsletter is Now Available

In this issue of the Heartland AEA Digital Learning Newsletter:

• Trying to Navigate the world of AI with students?
• Adobe Express-12 Days of Creativity!
• Computer Science Ed Week 2024
• Library Tool of the Month!
• Tool Time With the Tech Team

Great News: Learning Ally Continues at No Cost Through June 2025!

We’re excited to announce that Learning Ally will remain available at no cost to schools through June 2025, providing critical support for struggling readers.

Already Using Learning Ally?
If your district used Learning Ally last year, you’re encouraged to continue utilizing this resource with eligible students.

Need a Refresher?
If your district used Learning Ally before but needs a refresher, contact Lynette Johnson at ljohnson@learningally.org to update your district records and provide webinars or training.

New to Learning Ally?
If your district hasn’t used Learning Ally yet, Lynette can guide you through the rostering process and discuss training opportunities.

What Does Learning Ally Offer?
Learning Ally provides more than 80,000 human-narrated audiobooks and textbooks aligned with your curriculum. Designed to bridge the gap to grade-level reading, its features include:

• Voice-to-Text: Supports word recognition by highlighting words as they’re narrated.
• In-App Dictionary: Allows students to define unfamiliar words while reading seamlessly.
• Annotation: Enables students to highlight, save, bookmark, and reference specific text.
• Customization: Offers adjustable settings to support diverse learning needs.

These tools help students build vocabulary, complete assignments, and actively participate in group projects.

Learn More:

• Explore Learning Ally 101
• Watch a 5-minute demonstration of features

Take advantage of this incredible resource to support your struggling readers today!