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Serves as the governing body of the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (ICEOMC) and works to ease the educational transitions of school-aged, military and uniform-connected students attending public and Department of Defense schools.

The Compact is an agreement among states, “a contract”, to abide by a specific set of administrative rules regarding a particular concern or issue – in this instance, the interstate transfer of military, school-aged youth attending public and Department of Defense schools worldwide. The interstate commission is a quasi-governmental, regulatory body, whose governance is led by member states, and administrated independent of federal intervention.

The Compact also addresses key issues encountered by military families: eligibility, enrollment, placement, and graduation. In addition, the Compact provides for a detailed governance structure at both the state and national levels with built-in enforcement and compliance mechanisms. The goal of the Compact is to replace the widely varying policies affecting transitioning military students.

Offers free 30-minute consultations to individuals with education questions spanning birth through age 21, including pre-K–12, that fall within ERC's scope of services and require more than a brief email response. Consultations provide educational information and guidance; they do not constitute legal advice.

Offers services such as home visiting, preschool scholarships, crisis care, training and consultation to improve the quality of child care for children ages 0 to 5.

Provides professional development and leadership to promote school improvement, a variety of instructional services, special education support services (birth to age 21), and technology and media services.

Provides personal help, team-based advocacy, clear training sessions, and useful resources for Iowa families of children and young adults with disabilities or special health care needs (birth to age 26), individuals with disabilities, and professionals who provide support.

Helps families navigate the special education system through education, advocacy, and legal assistance.

Provides professional development and leadership to promote school improvement, a variety of instructional services, special education support services (birth to age 21), and technology and media services.

Offers support to local schools by providing Educational Services, Information and Technology, and Special Education.