In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
Iowa’s STEM BEST® Program is basking in the national spotlight this spring for its pioneering work that is transforming the traditional learning environment. Through the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education, the STEM BEST® ( …
While education and training can prepare students for future careers, education advocate Kristy Volesky believes that social capital is an often overlooked piece of the puzzle in linking students to careers and socioeconomic mobility. Volesky, a former …
Five outstanding Iowa educators have been named as finalists for the 2025 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. This year’s list of finalists honors mathematics educators Catherine Leipold, Curtis Martinek and Adam Paulson …
Iowa school districts can offer students opportunities to earn real-world, industry-recognized credentials by applying for a Credentials to Careers Grant starting April 1. This second round of competitive grants will support Iowa school districts in …
At 27 high schools in Iowa, educators, administrators and school counselors have a secret weapon to help students explore, pursue and attain education and training after high school. That's because those schools are all part of the AmeriCorps Student …
In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
Starting March 24, the Iowa Department of Education will collect public comment on the Iowa Perkins V State Plan. The public comment period will remain open for 30 days until April 24, and two public hearings are scheduled with in-person and virtual …
Outstanding Iowa K-12 schools and early care providers that support local food initiatives can now submit an application for consideration of this year’s Golden Root awards. All applications must be received by April 11. Sponsored by the Iowa Farm to …
In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
Save the date! Two professional development opportunities on special education and support for learners with disabilities are coming to the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on June 5-6. The Teaching for Impact: Training for All Educators Supporting …
In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
Sometimes, all it takes is a little Kelly Clarkson and Nirvana to kick things up a notch. At Council Bluffs Community School District, music teacher Dan Black has brought popular radio hits from the 90s to today to his classes at Kirn Middle School – and …
The Iowa Department of Education’s spring application period for the 2024-25 Career Academy Incentive Fund is now open. Grant applications will be accepted through April 18. The Career Academy Incentive Fund supports increased access to career academy …
In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
At ceremonies throughout Iowa last week, seven educators were celebrated as 2024-25 finalists for the prestigious Golden Owl Award, given annually to Iowa’s top agriculture educator. Sponsored by the Iowa FFA Foundation, Nationwide Insurance and other …
In a world where innovative thinking and technological skills are increasingly important, the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education knows the importance of honoring the dedicated STEM teachers fostering thriving learning …
Iowa school districts interested in establishing therapeutic classrooms are invited to apply for the latest round of the Iowa Department of Education’s Therapeutic Classroom Incentive grant. Now in its fifth round of funding, the Therapeutic Classroom …
On Monday, March 3, students and teachers from across Iowa’s six STEM regions came together in the State Capitol rotunda to share the exciting things happening in STEM education in Iowa schools with state leaders and lawmakers. STEM Day at the Capitol is …
Sixteen top teachers from across the state were honored on Feb. 28 by Governor Kim Reynolds, Iowa Department of Education Director McKenzie Snow and State Board of Education President John Robbins at the 2025 Outstanding Iowa Educators Recognition Luncheon …
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