Friday, May 16, 2025

Take your coaching skills to the next level with Cognitive Coaching® Level 2!

This 4-day advanced training builds on the foundational tools of Level 1, equipping educators with deeper strategies to support reflection, growth and self-directed learning. Perfect for instructional leaders, mentors and coaches who want to enhance their impact through meaningful conversations and stronger professional relationships.

June 12-13 & June 23-24, 2025
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Heartland AEA 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA

Registration
Registration link
You must have taken Level 1 training to participate in Level 2.

Instructor
Sue Schirmer, Professional Learning & Leadership Consultant

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Our Mission

To improve the learning outcomes and well-being of all children and youth by providing services and leadership in partnership with families, schools and communities.

Our Goals

  • Increase learning growth for students
  • Decrease the gap in achievement
  • Increase annual graduation rates
  • Increase gateways to post-secondary success

  

May 6 HAA Meeting Reminder


The May 6 HAA meeting will be held in person from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Heartland AEA, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston. At 10:30 a.m., the meeting will transition to a zoom option for a legislative update with Dave Daughton, government relations director with SAI, and other educational partnership updates.

Agenda topics will include:
  • 504 Services
  • Program Enhancement Services for a Fee
  • Contract for State Funds Transfer between AEAs and LEAs for Spec. Ed. Funding
  • 2025-26 Billing and Invoicing
  • Partnership updates