The 2016 Legislative Session has begun. This is the second year of the 86th General Assembly. Between lower-than-expected revenue estimates, current commitments in education reform, medicaid expansion, and other areas; and the dynamics of an election year; debate on budget and policy bills may be fewer but no less intense than usual this year.
ESEA Debate Heats Up
H.R. 5 (the “Student Success Act”) is the House of Representatives’ version (of the ESEA) and takes the first steps in restoring equity in this area. Specifically, section 120 of H.R. 5 beings to address many of our concerns. According to the the Congressional website it includes the following provisions:
February 2015 IACS Newsletter
IACS has published its latest newsletter featuring “Education Celebration” information, IACS priorities for this year, an update on the start date debate, and more.
IACS November 2014 Newsletter Released
You can now view the IACS November 2014 Newsletter! In it you will find information on next week’s IACS Annual Membership Meeting, the upcoming Iowa ACE Education Celebration Event, and more!
Annual Meeting And State Reporting Updates!
We have just sent an email to member schools and administrators detailing our annual meeting date, times, and location. The IACS Annual Membership meeting is open to IACS school administrators and board members and will be held Wednesday, November 19th at the Fox Creek Center. You can find a map to their location on […]