George Couros Live!

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Green Hills AEA on the Radio

Dr. Haws covers several legislative topics in her monthly "SchoolChat" segment on KMA radio. Listen HERE!

Dr. Haws also has scheduled segments with KSIB and KJAN radio stations. Tune in to hear more about Green Hills AEA.

Charles E. Lakin Outstanding Teacher Nominations

For the past 12 years, KMA and the Green Hills Area Education Agency have presented the Charles E. Lakin Outstanding Teacher Award. A total of 4 teachers (2 elementary and 2 secondary) will be awarded for enticing children to come to school each day. Each winner receives $10,000 for personal use and their school will also receive an additional $2,500.
Districts 40 miles from Emerson, Iowa (Charles's hometown) may now apply HERE! Winners will be announced in May.

Gifford Farm Spring Programs

Gifford Farm offers several spring after school programs for Council Bluffs Community Schools. Please take a look at the list of programs attached here.

Substitute Authorization at Green Hills AEA

Need More Subs??? Spread the word about our upcoming Substitute Authorization Courses!"
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Summer Convening Save the Date

Governor's 2019 Future Ready Iowa Summit

Gov. Kim Reynolds has announced the STEM Education + Workplace Partnerships - Governor's 2019 Future Ready Iowa Summit. On April 30, leaders from business and industry, education, nonprofits, elected officials, students and others from across Iowa will come together at one event. The day is dedicated to Iowa’s future workforce in today’s classrooms, and the ways that employers and educators are working together to assure a strong talent pipeline tomorrow. Featured will be keynotes, panelists, and presenters from rural and urban, businesses large and small, big city and small-town schools, and more, who’re partnering to guarantee a strong employee pipeline. Governor Reynolds will also announce the six recipients of Iowa STEM’s Computer Science is Elementary award during the event. Learn more or register at http://bit.ly/2XFzjUx

Coach it Further with Peter DeWitt!

Announcing another great opportunity to hear from Peter DeWitt; former principal, current author and international speaker!
Didn't attend the Collaborative Leadership Institute last Fall? No problem! Join us for an afternoon session where Peter will share NEW key ideas around being an instructional leader and how leaders can best coach each other. You won't want to miss this! Highly recommended for administrators and instructional coaches.

See flyer here

Learning Supports Symposium Breakout Spotlight

Introducing one of this year's Learning Supports Symposium breakout speakers, Mark Busch, Director of Education for Iowa Safe Schools.
Compared to their heterosexual peers, LGBTQ youth are susceptible to higher rates of depression, drug abuse, violent crimes, and death by suicide. In this session, participants will learn about the barriers affecting LGBTQ youth, and an expert in the field will provide resources to help educators and community members advocate for these students.

Professional Learning Opportunities: March & April

April 1 (make up date for 3/7/19) at the ISD-Lied Center  Suicide Risk Assessment Training -  Course #GH-14561  April 1, April 2, April 9, April 10 at the Red Oak RO LETRS Training: Modules 7-8-9 - Course #GH-14582  Note - Materials Needed! This course will be using the LETRS (Second Edition) Modules 7-8-9 Set, from Sopris West. Purchase of this book is required for attendance in the class. This book can be purchased at the website. April 3, April 4 at the Osceola RO Essentials of Dyslexia - Course #154143 - click on link to register Note - Materials Needed! This course will be using the book Essentials of Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention by Nancy Mather and Barbara J. Wendling. Purchase of this book is required for attendance in the class. This book can be purchased at the website. April 6, April 13 at the Red Oak RO Substitute Authorization - Course #154170 - click on link to register

Heartland AEA Leadership Series

Kevin Honeycutt's Midnight Run presentation is part of the Heartland AEA 2018-19 Leadership Series, where intriguing, innovative, and influential leaders from around the country share their background, insight and knowledge for educators.
Kevin grew up in poverty and shares his story in his book, Midnight Run. Based upon his personal story and struggles, his presentation is geared toward helping educators see the signs of poverty and to develop strategies for empowering students to improve their academic potential.
See flyer here

Future Ready Iowa Internship Pilot Program

In support of the Future Ready Iowa Initiative, this funding opportunity targets organizations who can provide high school students with internship opportunities to allow them to explore and prepare for high-demand careers. The focused audiences are youth at risk for not graduating high school, from low-income households, and are underrepresented populations in Iowa's workforce, such as minorities and youth with disabilities.

How to apply:
Learn more about the Future Ready Iowa Internship Pilot Program and submit a plan on how your organization will effectively offer internships and possible employment services for at least a six-week period to a minimum of 10 youth. Programs must serve high school students who would otherwise face barriers to success and gainful employment, and focus on giving them experience in high-demand career fields. $250,000 is available and applications are due by March 20th.