Our offices will be closed for winter break from Dec. 23, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025. Happy Holidays!
What is an SEBH Coach? Social, emotional and behavioral health (SEBH) coaches partner with school and AEA staff to identify strengths and challenges at each level of the MTSS system, providing evidence-based support aligned to a school’s needs and instructional goals. Coaches will collaborate to brainstorm…
Read MoreHeartland AEA provides teacher leadership support to districts and buildings through: 1:1 coaching small group coaching personalized professional learning mentor training enhancing essential leadership skills planning and providing adult learning TLC Plan revisions…
Read MoreMonth Agendas Minutes December Dec. 12 Meeting Dec. 12 Meeting November Nov. 28 Meeting Nov. 14 Meeting Nov. 28: No quorum/no minutes Nov. 14 Meeting October Oct. 31 Meeting…
Read MoreMental health professionals from Iowa’s nine AEAs recently collaborated to create a website for Iowans who are searching for mental health assistance. The website was created from a request by the state legislature to help educators, parents and students navigate resources related to mental…
Read MoreSection 504 Workshop Does your district or school team need to sharpen its understanding of the Section 504 educational regulations? Our Section 504 Workshop is a comprehensive, hands-on workshop designed to help educators and administrators increase their knowledge and confidently navigate the legal requirements of Section 504, ensuring equitable support…
Read MoreAs districts engage in actions to improve student achievement, it is important for teachers and administrators to have a good understanding of the grade-level expectations and learning progressions for students found in the Iowa Core and Common Core. Below you will find links to sites that will provide more…
Read MoreHow do I Obtain a Paraeducator Generalist Certification? Prerequisites for Obtaining Certification Minimum of 18 years of age Verification of high school completion or equivalence (See Step 2 below for more information) Participants must have…
Read MoreBanners Banners can be used in many different ways in classrooms and hallways, gyms and cafeterias — the possibilities are endless with our banners, too! Announce to the world your upcoming events Brag about your students or teachers of the month Proudly display your school spirit Remind students of…
Read MoreBefore the mid-1970s, many children with physical or mental disabilities did not receive public educations. In 1974, the Iowa legislature removed those barriers, and the U.S. Congress soon pursued a similar goal with the enactment of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The law requires schools to…
Read MoreThank you for your interest in employment at Heartland AEA. We are an agency that guides our employees on a journey of personal and professional growth and gives them the tools and support they need to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, families and communities.
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