Monthly Archives: October 2009

What does a 10% across-the-board cut mean for us?

As you have probably heard, the Governor issued a 10% across-the-board cut late last week.  For AEA 267, the reduction means a loss of approximately $1.5 million in state funds.  While we had anticipated an across-the-board cut for some time, … Continue reading

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H1N1 resources available to staff

Recently, the novel H1N1 influenza, also known as the swine flu, has heightened the focus on preparing a response during an influenza outbreak. This steps below outline procedures to follow when a staff member becomes a victim of an influenza … Continue reading

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Professional Development adding new “live chat” feature to website

The AEA 267 Professional Development Office began experimenting with an interactive tool on the website that allows users to hold a live “chat” with an AEA 267 professional development staff member in seeking help to professional development related questions. “We … Continue reading

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October board recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors held a public hearing at 6 p.m. on October 7, 2009 in the AEA 267 Clear Lake Office to hear public comments regarding the Clear Lake remodeling project. No visitors were in attendance to … Continue reading

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AEA 267 River Hills teachers present to international audience

Four teachers from AEA 267 River Hills School will travel to Minneapolis this month to present ideas on how to provide literacy to all children through the use of adapted books. Heather Kruger, Cynthia Gitta, Diana Scott and Jenny Schlader … Continue reading

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Former employee joins AEA 267 board

The 2009-10 AEA 267 Board of Directors was sworn in at their regular board meeting on Wednesday, October 7. Former Educational Services consultant, Deb Rich, joined the board replacing retiring board member Betty Westmeyer representing Director District 4. Rich brings … Continue reading

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AEA 267 employee passes away following lengthy illness

Denean Bauer, AEA 267 Teacher of Multi Disabilities at Gladbrook-Reinbeck passed away on October 4 following a lengthy battle with cancer. Services were held on October 8 in LaPorte City. A memorial fund has been established in her name to … Continue reading

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