The University of Northern Iowa has entered into a partnership with Des Moines Public Schools to help fill administrative positions, according to KCRG. The two year program is called the “Purple Pathway” and is designed to help educators find positions in the Des Moines Public School District as well as help the district retain and promote employees. Successful completion of the program will allow participants to apply for positions of PK-12 Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean of Students, Special Education Supervisor, PK-12 Special Education Director, Curriculum Director, At-risk Director, Director of Education, Transportation Director, or Equity Director.