IA Dept. of Ed Seeks Public Comment on Draft ESSA Plan
The Iowa Dept. of Education is asking for public comment on the state’s draft ESSA plan. The department will accept feedback until August 11.
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IA Dept. of Ed Seeks Public Input on ESSA Plan
The Iowa Dept. of Education is seeking public input on the state’s draft ESSA plan. Ryan Wise, director of the department, said “the plan is a step toward implementing ESSA that input is needed so we land on a final plan that is right for...
IA Dept. of Ed Releases State’s Second Draft ESSA Plan
The Iowa Dept. of Education released the state’s second draft ESSA plan for public review. According to Education Director Ryan Wise, “This draft plan ties together and builds on Iowa’s collaborative education reform efforts under way to ensure students are prepared for success in high...
IA Dept. of Ed Announces Series of Public Forums
The Iowa Dept. of Education announced a series of public forums to discuss the first draft of the state’s ESSA implementation plan. Participants can attend in person or by video conference.
IA Dept. of Ed Released Frist Draft ESSA Plan
The Iowa Dept. of Education released their first draft ESSA plan. The dept. will host a two-week statewide tour and allow stakeholders to provide feedback through an online survey. To view the plan, click here.
IA Dept. of Education Schedules Public Meetings
The Iowa Department of Education has scheduled a series of public meetings to solicit input on the forthcoming plan to implement the Every Student Succeeds Act. The first draft will be released on January 6. Public comment meetings will begin January 9 and continue through...
IA Dept. of Education Announces Statewide Tour
Iowa Department of Education leaders will meet with residents to discuss ESSA in a statewide tour consisting of nine public meetings beginning September 26.
IA Dept. of Education Announces State ESSA Committee
Iowa Dept. of Education Director Ryan Wise announced a new state committee to provide input on development of Iowa’s plan. The 26-member group met for the first time last week and includes educators and representatives of school boards, area education agencies, education associations, and parents.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Releases State ESSA Primers
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s primers include individual state by state accountability system fact sheets, which detail each state’s current accountability system, what could change under ESSA, and what to be asking state leaders. See details about your state here.
Educators, Community Members Meet with IA Dept. of Education
A dozen educators and community members met Tuesday night with Iowa Department of Education Director Ryan Wise to discuss ideas for the state’s transitional plan called for under the new Every Student Succeeds Act. Read more here.