IEL’s new president, Johan Uvin, was invited to speak at an SXSW panel on reaching and engaging adult learners with mobile technology. Read his reflections.
Reflections on SXSWedu by IEL President Johan Uvin Read More »
IEL’s community schools work was highlighted at this year’s International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement in Ottawa, Canada.The event focused on collaborative partnership.
IEL, Community Schools Featured at International Education Congress Read More »
Last year, 45 education leaders visited historic sites from the civil rights movement throughout Mississippi and Alabama and learned lessons from past and current leaders.
Civil Rights Bus Tour Brings History’s Lessons to the Present Read More »
This spirit of shared learning and best practices was reflected in IEL’s gathering of over 80 leaders from 27 districts and 17 state departments of education to discuss family and community engagement.
Learning Lab Connects Local and Federal FCE Professionals Read More »
On October 24, IEL will convene Learning Lab in Washington, D.C. on Family & Community Engagement at 9:00 a.m. EST. The U.S. Department of Education will live stream the event online.
Dept. of Ed. to Live Stream IEL Event on Family & Community Engagement Read More »
On September 17, IEL celebrated the fifth graduation of the DC Advocacy Partners program. DC Advocacy Partners (DCAP) is a nine-month leadership and advocacy training program designed for self-advocates and family members of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and professionals working with people with disabilities. DCAP’s goal is to empower a core group of
DC Advocacy Partners Celebrates Graduating 5th Class Read More »
From September 16 – 18, 2016, youth from several IEL-created programs will share positive social media messages and host community events to provide safe spaces, address recent violence, and share creative solutions to strengthen communities.
IEL, Youth, and Communities to Create #UnityWeekend Read More »
On July 28, the second class of D.C. Youth Workforce Leaders Academy (YWLA) graduated from the 10-month professional development program co-led by IEL and the DC Alliance of Youth Advocates.
D.C. Youth Workforce Leaders Build Skills and Networks Read More »
Today, we celebrate the 26th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In the past 26 years, America has taken many steps forward in transforming the experiences of people with disabilities.
Americans with Disabilities Act Celebrates 26 Years Read More »
IEL and East Carolina University hosted the 2016 Summer Leadership Learning Exchange in Greenville, N.C.as part of IEL’s Leaders for Today and Tomorrow initiative.
Principals, District Leaders Gather to Improve Schools & Communities Read More »