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Here s how Iowa parents can weigh in on how federal education money is spent
Monday, the Iowa State Education Association held a meeting encouraging teachers to discuss how American Rescue Plan funds are distributed within their districts. Author: Eva Andersen Updated: 10:12 PM CDT May 10, 2021
DES MOINES, Iowa Iowa is receiving nearly $775 million to spend on education from the American Rescue Plan, and the Iowa State Education Association (ISEA) wants teachers and parents to know they have a seat at the table when discussing how it s spent. The US Department of Education in writing direction on how to use the funds says that local stakeholders, including educators and all in-school employees, must be engaged in meaningful consultation on how the funds are used, said ISEA President Mike Beranek.