The Iowa Department of Education has named several new leaders to the state’s special education system within its newly restored Division of Special Education.
Molly Elston has been selected to serve in a senior leadership role as a Regional Special Education Director. Elston has over 28 years of experience in Iowa’s education system. She’s served ten years at the Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency as a special education consultant, and has most recently served as a regional administrator for Prairie Lakes AEA. Elston has also served as a general education teacher and special education teacher at local school districts, including Alta Aurelia.
Elston and others selected will ensure special education partners across Iowa meet requirements under the Individuals With Disabilities Act, and support continuous improvement to special education services and support through the implementation of evidence-based best practices.
