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Earn your Paraeducator Generalist I Certification

Whether you’re currently working in a classroom or looking to launch your career in education, Prairie Lakes AEA can help you build the competencies, confidence and credential you need. Complete the 3-course pathway in a flexible hybrid format! Introduction course starts Oct. 6. Log into https://training.aealearningonline.org and search “paraeducator” and lock in your spot!

News

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  • Prairie Lakes AEA Supports Local Families and Back-to-School Prep at Successful Spencer Block Party

  • Introducing Three New PLAEA Leaders

  • Coming in September: SEBH MTSS/PBIS Coaching Network

How we help educators, students & families

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    Keep students on track

    Focused on educational equity for all Iowa children with emphasis on those with diverse learning needs

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    Our supportive staff

    Committed to being caring partners that deliver accountable services

  • 3

    Enhance the classroom

    Professional tools and learning experiences to support the implementation of evidence-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment

  • 4

    Bursting with bright ideas

    From printing instructional materials for the classroom to designing and producing sophisticated visuals to help brand your school district

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    Partner with community organizations

    Work alongside health care and non-profit groups so that children who are experiencing delays can be evaluated by therapists and other specialists

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What We Are Proud Of

198 team members

Committed to being caring partners who deliver accountable services

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Public school districts & accredited, nonpublic schools

31,687

Total enrollment in our K-12 schools

4,333

Number of students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) both weighted and non-weighted. We are also serving over 123 learners from birth to age 3.

“I have found Prairie Lakes AEA to be very responsive to my needs in all areas. This would include professional development, special education consultation, production services, etc.”  

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