• 2022-23 Directory of Services

    The 2022-23 Prairie Lakes AEA Directory of Services features agency details, highlights our programs and services, and provides contact information for those… Read More

  • Engaging Students in the Investigative Practices Book Study

    In the first of this three-course series focused on the Science and Engineering Practices of the Iowa Core Science Standards (NGSS), participants will explore… Read More

  • MS/HS Science Educators: Intro to OpenSciEd Instructional Frameworks Course

    Introduction to OpenSciEd Instructional Frameworks Course Audience: Middle School/ High School Science Educators  This course is beneficial for… Read More

  • Paraeducators & Substitutes: this renewal course is for you!

    We're  offering a one-hour renewal course designed for certified paraeducators and substitute teachers to create differentiated learning opportunities based on  choice. Read More

  • Tuition for ESL endorsement courses funded through PLAEA/Drake partnership

    A new partnership with Drake University is focused on empowering teachers to more effectively serve English learners. Beginning this summer, Drake will offer… Read More

  • Take tuition-free computer science courses

    Teachers have an opportunity to continue to enhance their computer science teaching skills thanks to a grant awarded recently by Gov. Kim Reynolds. This is… Read More

  • Grant continues to support computer science teaching Prairie Lakes AEA educators

    Teachers within Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency (AEA) will be able to continue enhancing their computer science teaching skills thanks to a grant… Read More

  • 2 Free Opportunities to Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider

    Prairie Lakes AEA is offering two FREE options for in-person Youth Mental Health First Aid training: May 16 June 3 This training course is designed… Read More

  • Elementary Computer Science Seesaw Lessons

    Over 200 districts in Iowa are currently using Seesaw for Schools. Members of the AEA Computer Science Team consulted with and provided feedback to… Read More

  • Become a Substitute Teacher

    Ever thought about becoming a substitute teacher? Substitute teaching is a fulfilling, flexible career opportunity, and our schools and students need you!  Schools are experiencing… Read More