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Lisa Hackman from Missouri Valley Alternative Center for Education sent a link to an excellent news story featuring her program! Check out the story in the Missouri Valley Times News

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2011 IAAE Legislative Day

Story Cross-posted from Missouri Valley Schools website

ACE Students Attend Legislative Day

February 15, 2011

Five Missouri Valley ACE students attended the Iowa Association of Alternative Education (IAAE) Legislative Day at the Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, February 14, 2011.  They joined numerous alternative schools and programs from across Iowa in setting up table displays showcasing their programs and drawing attention to the importance of having alternative education options available to students.  The students were able to meet other students and teachers and learn about other alternative schools and programs from across the state.

The highlight of the day was having Governor Branstad address the students about the importance of education and the realization that "one size does not fit all" when it comes to education.  The students also took a guided tour of the Capitol building learning about it's rich history. Watch video of his speech below.