A large crowd gathered in North Liberty on Sunday as state lawmakers from Johnson County hosted an event where educators, AEA employees, and members of the public had the opportunity to share their personal experiences and stories about the importance of AEAs.
“I had a child with significant learning issues,” one speaker reported. “In a surprising turn of events, it was revealed that a child who was once deemed unable to read in first grade has defied all odds.” He completed his studies in the early ’90s.
A man who is self-supporting, lives independently, and enjoys a healthy social life. A man who contributes to the nation’s finances has been identified. That event would not have occurred if it weren’t for AEA.
The Iowa Area Education Agencies are a cooperative organization divided into nine regions across the state. Their main purpose is to facilitate the connection between school districts and a wide range of resources. Among the offerings are professional development training, online databases for learning materials, crisis and behaviorally trained teams, and specialized schools dedicated to providing quality education for students with disabilities.