The Iowa Department of Education is seeking input from Iowans on a draft of proposed statewide social studies standards for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The draft represents the first statewide effort to update Iowa’s social studies standards, which were adopted in 2008. A review team will take into consideration public feedback and is expected to make final recommendations to the State Board of Education in the spring. Iowa’s academic standards are the subject of ongoing review as part of the Governor’s Executive Order 83. The online survey is available through Jan. 9. A public forum will also be held Jan. 9 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Heartland Area Education Agency, 6500 Corporate Drive in Johnston.