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Student attendance steps into the spotlight at Council Bluffs schools

If you’re looking for 16-year-old sophomore Caleb Philmon, chances are you’ll find him in class.

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February 26, 2025
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The Iowa Department of Education launches online portal to support families of learners in special education

The Iowa Department of Education has announced the official launch of the ACHIEVE Family Portal.

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February 24, 2025
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Fort Dodge educator moves between hospital and classroom to deliver CTE lessons

Students at Fort Dodge MS learning about and preparing for high-demand careers in health care have an invaluable resource as part of their CTE education.

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February 21, 2025
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What does it mean to be nominated as Iowa’s Teacher of the Year?

Nominate an outstanding K-12 educator to be the 2026 Iowa Teacher of the Year award. Nominations close March 7, 2025.

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February 20, 2025
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GEAR UP Iowa gathers to share successes, plans for the future

More than 100 teachers, school counselors and administrators from 13 school districts convened in Des Moines on Feb. 4-5 for GEAR UP Iowa's Annual Conference.

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February 17, 2025
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Students, educators and lawmakers converge for CTE Day at the Capitol

On Feb. 11, hundreds of students from across Iowa championed the importance of career and technical education at the annual CTE Day at the Capitol in Des Moines

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February 14, 2025
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Webinar series aims to support Iowa’s new and pre-service teachers

A spring webinar series is launching this month to provide professional learning opportunities and ongoing support.

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February 11, 2025
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Department seeks social studies educators for standards review

The Iowa Department of Education is seeking social studies educators and stakeholders to serve on a statewide committee.

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February 10, 2025
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Celebrate February’s CTE Month!

It’s time to celebrate career and technical education in Iowa!

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February 7, 2025
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State Board seeks student member for 2025-26 term

Are you an Iowa student who is interested in leadership development and engaging in important state government issues on education?

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February 6, 2025
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A school counseling program is more than you think it is

For this week’s National School Counseling Week, let’s take a look at one of Iowa’s many high-quality school counseling programs.

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February 6, 2025
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Twenty-nine Iowa schools awarded STEM BEST® funding

The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education is awarding 29 Iowa school districts with STEM BEST® Program awards.

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February 4, 2025
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Nominate a top educator as the next Iowa Teacher of the Year

If you know an outstanding Iowa teacher, we want to hear from you!

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February 3, 2025
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Iowa STEM extends grant for energy sector externs into summer 2025

The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Department of Education has received extended funding for this year’s Iowa STEM Teacher Externships Program.

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January 31, 2025
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Iowa celebrates Black History Month

Each February, Black History Month is recognized across the country and our state, serving as a reminder of Iowa’s rich history and notable achievements.

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January 31, 2025
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