GHAEA Voice

Sean and Susie Rensch , early childhood specialist, CBRO, welcomed Charlotte Anne into the world on April 14. She weighed 7 lbs.and was 19" long. "We are in love," says Susie. Charlotte joins two sisters, Haley and Olivia, at home.

This is it! 2017 graduate recognitions will be posted May 8, so if you haven't done so already, now's the time to submit your information and photo . 

FAMILY, Inc., is sponsoring a Seuss on the Loose 5K Character Run on June 3 to celebrate literacy and the power of reading. You can support this run by either becoming a sponsor or making a donation. Sponsorship levels included anywhere from one to four free run registrations. For more information, visit the FAMILY, Inc. website or contact Cheryl Gerharter, 712-256-9566, ext. 206. 

Just for fun, have you ever wondered what happens to soaps left over in hotel rooms? Travel and Leisure Magazine didn't spare anything in their investigation! Check it out here ! 

Joan Holmes . . . April 17, 2000 Michelle Lidgett . . . April 2, 2001 Amy Rommel . . . April 18, 2005

A legislative update from Dr. Lane Plugge The 2017 Iowa legislative session should be ending and some major changes have been enacted. While the complete overhaul of Chapter 20 is at the forefront, there is other legislation impacting PK-12 education and AEAs. Here is an overview of some of the changes. SF 475, which has passed the Senate and the House Education Committee, addresses a number of education issues.  SF 475 is expected to pass and be signed into law. This bill includes the formation of a 22-member task force to identify and review the essential functions and services of the AEA system. It is my understanding that there is no hidden agenda in this legislation to “hurt” the AEA system. I am hopeful that the task force process will allow the AEA story to be told. It offers an opportunity for AEAs to share information about the many services and resources we provide to children and schools. The latest budget work does include some reduction in funds allocated to the ...

Michele Harrison , supervisor, occupational therapy,  was awarded the Jean Linder Award for Professional Excellence in the World of Occupational Therapy, 2016-17. The award was presented at the State of Iowa OT/PT Conference, April 6 and 7 in Des Moines. Linder was a statewide occupational therapy consultant and was also Michele's mentor. The award honors an individual who has demonstrated commitment and leadership in the state of Iowa in the field of occupational therapy. Michele has served on several statewide committees and has written position papers for topics such as Medicaid. Congratulations Michele!