Leadership to Implementation

Tools have been developed to support Iowa districts in implementing high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). These tools encompass the journey from adoption to full implementation. The tools, used in collaboration with support providers (Department of Education, AEA, external partners), help districts to sustain the integrity of the high-quality instructional materials while using evidence-based instructional strategies that meet the needs of Iowa’s students. The HQIM Leadership Academy provides a deeper understanding of each tool and its application and amplifies the impact of the tools through a collaborative network.

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Selection of HQIM

In response to requests from instructional leaders across Iowa and the needs of schools, the Department conducted a request for proposals to identify and establish statewide contracts with negotiated pricing for high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) aligned with Iowa’s academic standards for English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. To learn more and access the contract numbers, see the High-Quality Instructional Materials Statewide Contracts for English Language Arts and Mathematics (141.08 KB).pdf (141.08 KB) .pdf document. Note that this purchasing list is not an “approved list.”

EQuIP Rubric and Feedback Forms - Used to vet high quality lessons and units aligned to the standards.

EdReports - Reviews focused on alignment to the standards and other indicators of high quality as recommended by educators.

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Learning Walks

Learning walks use observation tools to collect consistent data on HQIM implementation and instruction. They are designed to help observers:

  • Connect observation evidence to Iowa’s vision for students
  • Interpret each indicator by its intent (not as a checklist)
  • Capture comparable notes and ratings across classrooms and observers
  • Calibrate ratings to support feedback and continuous improvement

Learning Walks with HQIM Video Recording - Recorded 9-3-26. Learn more about the tools that are available from the HQIM Leadership Academy, such as the Observation Tools that will help inform strengths and areas of growth from a systems lens.

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Observation Tools

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