Several questions have surfaced about what accommodations are acceptable to use for ESL students. There is a brand new document posted on the Iowa Department of Education website called "Iowa Guidelines for K-12 ELL Participation in Districtwide Assessments, (2011-2012)” which is under the “Guidelines” section. Find the document and other resources by going to the Department’s ELL support webpage.
Any questions related to this document can be directed to John Scott at the Department at (515) 281-3805.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Save the Date for ISFIS School Budget Workshops, Feb. 1 & 17
The Iowa School Finance Information Services (ISFIS) will host School Budget Workshops on February 1 and 17, 2012. Based on last year’s feedback, ISFIS will split the workshops into two sessions so participants will only need to attend one half-day session. ISFIS hopes that this new format will accommodate more people.
Morning Session: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
This session is intended for superintendents and business managers that have been through the budget process several times and that have FY11 Worksheet 1, Worksheet 2 and FY12 re-estimated Worksheet 1, Worksheet 2 completed and ready to go.
Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
This session is intended for newer superintendents and business managers that haven't been through the budget process or need a little extra guidance. You are not required to have anything completed prior to attending.
Each registrant will be allowed to pick their session; however, the first session will go faster than the second so it's important that you select correctly and register early. Watch for registration information in the next couple months.
Morning Session: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
This session is intended for superintendents and business managers that have been through the budget process several times and that have FY11 Worksheet 1, Worksheet 2 and FY12 re-estimated Worksheet 1, Worksheet 2 completed and ready to go.
Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
This session is intended for newer superintendents and business managers that haven't been through the budget process or need a little extra guidance. You are not required to have anything completed prior to attending.
Each registrant will be allowed to pick their session; however, the first session will go faster than the second so it's important that you select correctly and register early. Watch for registration information in the next couple months.
One-Day Program Promotes Kids Helping Kids with Diabetes
Camp Hertko Hollow is Iowa’s Camp for children with diabetes. Camp Hertko Hollow has been giving kids for over 44 years the education and skills they need to manage their diabetes.
During the month of November (National Diabetes Month) the Camp is supporting a new program, “Rock Out Diabetes Day.” This one-day program promotes kids helping kids in the community through the school systems in the State of Iowa. Click here for a flyer of information about the program and suggested ideas to get the student body to engage in helping children with diabetes in their community.
For more information, contact Debra Holwegner at d.holwegner@camphertkohollow.com or (515) 471-8523.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
During the month of November (National Diabetes Month) the Camp is supporting a new program, “Rock Out Diabetes Day.” This one-day program promotes kids helping kids in the community through the school systems in the State of Iowa. Click here for a flyer of information about the program and suggested ideas to get the student body to engage in helping children with diabetes in their community.
For more information, contact Debra Holwegner at d.holwegner@camphertkohollow.com or (515) 471-8523.
The dissemination of information from external organizations by Heartland AEA does not infer sponsorship or endorsement of the information. It is being passed on to our stakeholders for its educational value.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Level I Investigator Training on ICN, Oct. 3
Iowa Code Section 280.17 requires all public and non-public schools to annually appoint a Level I Investigator and alternate(s) to investigate complaints regarding abuse of students by school employees and volunteers. Carol Greta, attorney for the Iowa Department of Education, will facilitate this training over the ICN. The training is scheduled for Monday, October 3, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Click here for more information about the training and a list of ICN sites.
I Have A Plan Iowa Workshops
Iowa Code requires all eighth grade students create their high school course plans with I Have A Plan Iowa (IHAPI). Ninth through eleventh grade students must expand on their plans each year, too. Heartland AEA is pleased to provide six workshops that have been set up for school counselors, administrators and teachers in the use of I Have a Plan Iowa (IHAPI).
Go to the Heartland Professional Development Catalog and use the appropriate activity number in the correct field.
All workshops will be held in the Computer Lab of the Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive).
Beginning/Intermediate Users:
October 18, 2011
CN004692111201 - Middle School (8:30-11:30)
CN004792111201 - High School (12:30-3:30)
October 20, 2011
CN004692111202 - Middle School - (12:30-3:30)
CN004792111202 - High School - (8:30-11:30)
Experienced Users:
CN005992111201 - November 1, 2011
CN005992111202 - November 3, 2011
Please contact Sue Schirmer at sschirmer@aea11.k12.ia.us if you have questions.
Go to the Heartland Professional Development Catalog and use the appropriate activity number in the correct field.
All workshops will be held in the Computer Lab of the Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center (6500 Corporate Drive).
Beginning/Intermediate Users:
October 18, 2011
CN004692111201 - Middle School (8:30-11:30)
CN004792111201 - High School (12:30-3:30)
October 20, 2011
CN004692111202 - Middle School - (12:30-3:30)
CN004792111202 - High School - (8:30-11:30)
Experienced Users:
CN005992111201 - November 1, 2011
CN005992111202 - November 3, 2011
Please contact Sue Schirmer at sschirmer@aea11.k12.ia.us if you have questions.
AEA PD Online: Your One Stop Shop for Online Professional Development
Educators across the state have increasingly taken advantage of AEA Professional Development Online, an initiative provided by Iowa's AEAs. Online courses fit better in busy schedules as you can choose when during the day it works to log in. They provide a 21st century learning experience, embedded with digital resources and self-directed activity, mixed with digital collaboration with classmates. And they save on the cost of gas, which can’t be ignored right now. Be sure to check out AEA PD Online for your professional development!
The list of current offerings now includes:
The list of current offerings now includes:
- Asbestos Awareness
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- BRIDGES: Classroom Behaviors
- Ethics for Iowa Educators
- Lockout/Tagout
- Mandatory Reporting of Abuse
- Medication Administration in Iowa Schools
- Medication Administration: Administering Glucagon to Students with Diabetes
- Medication Administration: Administering Rectal Diazepam for Seizures
- Medication Administration: Giving Insulin Injections
- Medication Administration: Insulin Pumps
- Medication Administration: Medication Administration by Gastrostomy Tube
- Medication Administration: Nebulizer Treatments at School
- Module I: Section 504 Awareness
- Module II: Section 504 Application
- Overview of State Requirements Regarding Seclusion and Restraint: Chapter 103
- Right to Know
Identified SINA/DINA: Webinars to Outline New Submission Process
This message is only intended for schools/districts on the SINA/DINA list.
Starting this year, schools/districts identified on the SINA/DINA list will use an electronic submission process to report their plans. To support our identified schools, Heartland AEA will be providing webinars next week to explain the new online submission process.
Two webinars have been scheduled at this time. The first will be held on September 21 at 8:30 a.m. The second will be held on September 22 at 3:00 p.m. The information in the webinars will be shared during the September 29 workshop session with newly identified buildings. If a building is attending on September 29, they do not need to take part in the webinar.
Log in to the webinars:
Go to http://iowa.adobeconnect.com/chood/ to access the visual portion of the meeting. Log in as a guest, and enter your district/school name so we can see who is participating.
For the audio portion of the webinar, dial 1 (866) 685-1580. When prompted, enter 000-999-1606 followed by the pound (#) sign.
If you have questions concerning the SINA/DINA webinars, please contact Rob Brookhart (rbrookhart@aea11.k12.ia.us), Becky Teut (bteut@aea11.k12.ia.us) or Connor Hood (chood@aea11.k12.ia.us).
Starting this year, schools/districts identified on the SINA/DINA list will use an electronic submission process to report their plans. To support our identified schools, Heartland AEA will be providing webinars next week to explain the new online submission process.
Two webinars have been scheduled at this time. The first will be held on September 21 at 8:30 a.m. The second will be held on September 22 at 3:00 p.m. The information in the webinars will be shared during the September 29 workshop session with newly identified buildings. If a building is attending on September 29, they do not need to take part in the webinar.
Log in to the webinars:
Go to http://iowa.adobeconnect.com/chood/ to access the visual portion of the meeting. Log in as a guest, and enter your district/school name so we can see who is participating.
For the audio portion of the webinar, dial 1 (866) 685-1580. When prompted, enter 000-999-1606 followed by the pound (#) sign.
If you have questions concerning the SINA/DINA webinars, please contact Rob Brookhart (rbrookhart@aea11.k12.ia.us), Becky Teut (bteut@aea11.k12.ia.us) or Connor Hood (chood@aea11.k12.ia.us).
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