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University of Northern Iowa offers Leadership Camps, Network Think Tanks
The University of Northern Iowa Institute for Educational Leadership received a grant entitled “Leading and Learning with Character” through the Kern Family Foundation. As part of the grant, the university is hosting Think Tanks and Leadership Camps (approved for...
Connect the dots between school improvement, teacher leadership, and teams to complete the picture of a successful MTSS framework
In schools where the achievement gap is being closed, what mindsets, policies, roles, structures and supports allow for that? It’s time we connect the dots between school improvement, teacher leadership, and teams to complete the picture of...
Help shape future mentoring and induction support by participating in short survey
Central Rivers AEA is collaborating with staff from several AEAs to gather information regarding mentoring and induction support for beginning teachers and mentors and we are requesting your input! In April, several AEAs have an opportunity to meet...
Higher education opportunities announced for aspiring school leaders
The University of Iowa Educational Leadership program has some exciting information to share with potential leadership candidates within your district. As the educational leader for your area, we are asking you to identify individuals whom you feel...
Mystery Science resource to continue for science educators
As you know, Central Rivers AEA has provided Mystery Science as a resource to our K-5 teachers for the past two years and our subscription was due to end in June. We are thrilled to announce that...
One Iowa North scholarships available
One Iowa North is a statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) organization working to preserve and advance equality for LGBTQ students in Iowa through grassroots efforts and education. This year One Iowa North is awarding...
Request for proposal (RFP) for Wrap Around Child Care Program announced
This notice is being sent to inform you that the Department of Human Services has issued a Request for proposal (RFP) for the Wrap Around Child Care Program, ACFS 21-003. This is the re-issuance of RFP ACFS...
March Superintendents’ Meeting – Hamish Brewer
The March’s Superintendents’ meeting was held on Wednesday, March 4 with Hamish Brewer presenting from 9-10:30 a.m. Meeting materials shared during the meeting are found within this post. Meeting Materials Agenda 2020-21 Lead, Inspire, Innovate Open Sci Ed Trainings...
Social Studies Best Practices Institute to be held June 29-30
Dates for the 2020 Social Studies Best Practices Institute have been solidified. The institute will be held June 29-30 in Des Moines. This will be a great learning opportunity for administrators, instructional coaches and teachers. More information...