Professional Development

What's New . .

• Click here to view Paraeducator Generalist 1 course information.
• Click here to view Substitute Authorization course information and dates. Click here for the registration form.
• Click here to view upcoming online courses through PLS.  These courses are available for 3 hours of graduate credit for Drake University.  Registration deadline is January 6 or February 23, 2010.
• Click here to view Distance Education courses for Gifted and Talented.
• Click here to view information for online opportunties through DNR.
• As of August 1, 2009 BOEE background checks have been raised to $65.   All applications must have the correct fee submitted.  If not,  the BOEE will send a letter to the applicant requesting additional money.  Let me know if you have questions. 
• Prairie Lakes AEA 8 Professional Development Cancellation Policy.   
• PD 360 is professional development on-demand. Click here to set up an account and log into the site.
• Paraeducators that hold a Generalist I Certification AND hold a Substitute Authorization License can substitute teach in the special education classroom to which they are assigned.  The special education classroom may be on the elementary, middle, junior high or high school level.
• Paraeducator REMINDER-when adding the area of concentration to your certificate please make sure you are using the most current application form from the BOEE. Click here for the application form.

Our mission is to ensure success for all learners through collaborative partnerships.

Professional Development Vision - Quality Professional Development at Prairie Lakes AEA is based on collaborative partnerships that focus on improved learning and achievement for all.  By operating as a high-performing learning community, everyone is empowered to solve problems through supportive relationships that challenge thinking in creative ways.  We are committed to efficient processes which effectively meet on-going, evolving needs.