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Response To Governor’s 2021 Condition of the State Address

January 12, 2021 By IACS

Reynolds Condition of the StateThe Iowa Association of Christian Schools (IACS) applauds Governor Reynolds for looking to empower parents in the education of their children. For the first time, we have a Governor willing to champion an effort that includes Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and other measures to ensure parents have access to choices that best meets their child’s educational needs: whether public, private, homeschool, or other educational service. For over seven years, we’ve been a part of a coalition of parents and schools that has introduced a number of ESA proposals and we stand ready to support efforts that simultaneously empower parents while preserving what makes each option unique and high quality.

In her address, Governor Reynolds mentioned her proposal would include a form of ESAs, charter school changes, and open enrollment reform. We agree with Governor Reynolds that “school choice is not a zero sum game.” We believe the legislature has a chance to ensure every option is adequately funded, supported, and empowers parents to make choices and have ownership over their family’s education. We look forward to working with the Iowa legislature to advance ESAs and ensure that whatever is considered and passed meets the needs of families looking for options and respects the diverse missions and role of Iowa’s private schools.

Filed Under: News, Legislative Update, Issue Update, School Choice, Education Savings Accounts Tagged With: ESA, School Choice, Private Education, Education Savings Accounts, Iowa Legislature, Governor Reynolds

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for Iowa’s Christian Schools

March 23, 2020 By IACS

There are many questions and many agencies engaged on the coronavirus pandemic.  We have put all the relevant information on one page.  We’ll update this page as new resources and information is available.  Please contact us with additional questions or resources that should be added.

Articles and Updates:

IACS Page for Distance Learning and School Closure Resources

IACS – Admissions during Covid-19

Return to School Roadmap

Iowa Alliance For Choice In Education COVID-19 Resources Page

Council for the American Private Education – Coronavirus Updates

Center for the Advancement of Christian Education (CACE): COVID-19 Resources

ACSI Coronavirus Resources
(ACSI) Legal & Legislative Coronavirus Resources

Christian Schools International COVID-19 Resources

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Coronavirus Page
(NAIS) Sharing Solutions – Evolving Education in the time of COVID-19
(NAIS) COVID Resources Page

Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod COVID-19 Information

American Enterprise Institute – The Paycheck Protection Program: An Introduction

School Accepting COVID-19 Loans Must Be Aware of Workplace Law Consequences

Alliance Defending Freedom video on CARES Act questions

Iowa 211 Counts


Iowa COVID-19 Resources For K-12 Schools:

Iowa Coronavirus (COVID-19) Main Resource Page

Iowa Governor’s Office-Newsroom

Iowa Department of Education – COVID-19 Page
(IDE Guidance on Concurrent Enrollment
(IDE) Resources to Support Learning During COVID-19
(IDE) Emergency Operations Planning Resources
(IDE) CARES Act Summary – Includes List of Possible Uses (not exhaustive)
(IDE) CARES Act District & Nonpublic Allocations
(IDE) CARES Act – Department Guidance on ESSER Funds
(IDE) Guidance on Summer Learning and Activities – May 20, 2020
(IDE) Guidance on Summer Sports – May 20, 2020
(IDE) Guidance on Use of School Facilities – May 20, 2020
(IDE) Return to Learn Support

Iowa Department of Public Health – COVID-19 Page

Iowa Department of Human Services – COVID-19 Page

Iowa Economic Development – COVID-19 Page and Links to Multiple Grant and Loan Programs

Iowa Small Business Development Centers – COVID-19 Page

Secretary of State – Remote Notary Services Now In Effect

Iowa Legislature

Legislative Services Agency (LSA) – COVID-19 Impact on States’ Schools Map
(LSA) – Workforce and Labor Issues
(LSA) – State of Iowa and Federal Response to COVID-19 – Taxation


Resources For Childcare Facilities:

Iowa Department of Public Health Childcare Guidance

Iowa DHS Childcare Availability Map


Federal COVID-19 Resources for K-12 Schools:

White House / CDC Main Coronavirus Page

Centers For Disease Control (CDC)
(CDC) Preparing for a Safe Return to School

U.S. Department of Education COVID-19 “Coronavirus” Information and Resources
(USDE) Updated CARES Act Programs Guidance! (Oct 9, 2020)
(USDE) Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund Page
(USDE) CARES Act Equitable Services FAQ

Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Assistance Page
(SBA) Small Business Guidance and Loan Resources
(SBA) PPP Loan Interim Rules
(SBA) PPP Loan FAQs for faith-based organizations

IRS: Employee Retention Credit

Healthdata.org projections and data on COVID-19 hospital use and deaths over time

 

We cannot guarantee the accuracy or the validity of all the facts and details contained within these resources. They are posted for reference and convenience.  
Link does not imply an endorsement of the organization or its stance on any particular subject or issue.

Filed Under: News, Legislative Update, Athletics, Issue Update, Best Practices Tagged With: Department of Ed, website, Proclamation, Iowa, Iowa Legislature, Best Practices, Coronavirus, CDC, Governor Reynolds, Governor, COVID-19, White House, Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health, IDPH, CARES Act, ESSER Funds, IRS, ACSI, CSI, NLSA, LCMS

Free Tools To Help Educators and Students Connect

March 19, 2020 By IACS

With schools, teachers, parents, and students all searching for the best methods to keep in touch and continue relationships and education throughout the Coronavirus Pandemic; we’ll try to update this list regularly as we collect more ideas. The following are free tools to help educators, parents, and students connect with each other and continue learning during this unique time:

Google: Teach From Home – This page helps teachers familiarize and use Google products to help with distance learning strategies

Ed Choice – Free Tools to Help Educators and Students Connect While Social Distancing

AP Central (College Board) – AP Changes and online resources for 2019/2020 school year due to COVID-19 crisis

ACT – COVID-19 Updates

Scholastic Offering Free Online Courses

School Choice Week’s website has a list of resources

California posted good guidance on distance learning

CACE: The Emergency Pivot to Online Teaching and Learning
CACE: Assessing Distance Learning: A Virtual 101

ExcelinEd put out a newsletter with some great resources for online/distance learning

Google’s tips on distance learning

Arizona State University – ASU For You free coursework and resources

Filed Under: News, Issue Update, Best Practices Tagged With: Coronavirus, Online Learning, COVID-19, Distance Learning

Updated CDC Resources

March 18, 2020 By IACS

Below is a list of the latest CDC Resources that may impact and/or help IACS member schools:

Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations

EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products for Use Against Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the Cause of COVID-19

Implementation of Mitigation Strategies for Communities with Local COVID-19 Transmission

Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers

Centers For Disease Control – Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Includes link to information “For Communities, schools, and businesses.”

Centers For Disease Control FAQ

Centers For Disease Control – School-Specific Guidance

Filed Under: News, Issue Update, Best Practices Tagged With: Coronavirus, CDC

New Bill Tracking Feature

March 6, 2020 By IACS

New this year to the IACS website is a bill tracking feature as part of our “Action Center” section available on the right side of each page.

Just click on the Action Center link from anywhere on our website and then click on “View Key Legislation” to see a selection of bills we are working on. Although it doesn’t include every bill we are following, it will give you an idea of the kinds of legislation IACS is tracking and working on.

Please contact us with questions!

Filed Under: News, Legislative Update, Issue Update, School Choice, Education Savings Accounts, Tax Credits Tagged With: Education Savings Accounts, Iowa Legislature, Tax Credits, Legislation

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