Monthly Archives: October 2011

What is our role in Iowa’s education reform movement?

Dr. Roark Horn, AEA 267 Chief Administrator, recently sat down to share his perspectives regarding the recently released Education Reform Blueprint shared by Governor Branstad, Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds, and Iowa Department of Education Director, Dr. Jason Glass. In this podcast, … Continue reading

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Darshini Jayawardena elected new AEA 267 board member

Area Education Agency 267 (AEA 267) is pleased to announce that Darshini Jayawardena, currently a board member with the Mason City Community School District, has been elected to serve on the AEA 267 Board of Directors.  Darshini will succeed Darrel … Continue reading

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Need a cell phone directory? Check the staff website

In past years, the agency cell phone directory has been distributed in hard copy form. However, given the ongoing changes that occur with individual phone numbers, staff resignations and hires, etc. it has been challenging to print and distribute a … Continue reading

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A reminder about Employee Assistance Program resources

We are in the midst of many transitions in education which affect us and our jobs each day.  With transitions come new learning, anticipation and uncertainty which can cause additional stress and concern.  Not to mention, we have personal obligations … Continue reading

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Staff members participate in Start Somewhere Walk

At noon today, Iowans from all walks of life participated in the “Start Somewhere Walk” to kick off Governor Branstad’s “Healthiest State” initiative. Several employees from the AEA 267 Cedar Falls campus took a break from vigorous strolls around campus … Continue reading

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October board recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met October 5, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the AEA 267 Conference Center for their regular meeting. During the meeting, board members were recognized for their time, energy, commitment and dedication on behalf of the agency … Continue reading

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United Way campaign kicks off today!

The United Way provides support and assistance to a multitude of worthy causes in all of our communities–including our own River Hills Foundation! Each year, the agency provides staff members an opportunity to donate to the United Way either through … Continue reading

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AEA 267 supports Waterloo East & West High Schools in Iowa Safe and Supportive Schools effort

Area Education Agency 267 will provide significant support to the staff of Waterloo East and West High Schools in their participation in the Iowa Safe and Supportive Schools effort. The effort is a federally-supported project designed to measure and improve … Continue reading

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