Monthly Archives: December 2013

Please remember to change voicemail/email message for break

Please change your voice mail greeting and set an away message to your email during the holiday breaks so that callers and/or e-mailers will know when they can expect to hear from you. Voice mail example: “Hello, this is (your … Continue reading

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Latest success story video shared

Many thanks to Kandi Beinfang-Lee for her contributions to our latest success story which highlights the impact of AEA services on student achievement. Watch and learn how Nicki Schaumberg, a recent graduate of Forest City CSD, achieved academic success with … Continue reading

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Help us fill area food pantries

According to Food Bank of Iowa, one in five Iowa children do not have enough food to eat. For every $1 donation, five meals can be provided to needy families in our area. From now until December 17, AEA 267 … Continue reading

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Use the iVisions portal to access salary and benefits information

Hopefully at this point, most staff are having success in navigating the iVisions portal for their Human Resources and Business Office needs. One thing you may have noticed is that the system does not send an automated message reminding you … Continue reading

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Another reminder to stay in tune with agency cancellations and closings

Winter weather has arrived bringing frigid temperatures, snow and marginal road conditions at times. Please be sure that you have taken time to thoroughly review the information on the inclement weather page of our staff website. (Use your email login … Continue reading

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Dates set for 2014 sector meetings

Although summer is still many months away, please be aware that the sector meetings for 2014 have been set. Please add your sector’s meeting date to your calendar and plan now to attend! Details regarding the day will be shared … Continue reading

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IPERS update

The 2014-2015 rates for Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) are in. For the first time in seven years the rates will not increase. Currently, employees are paying 5.95% and the AEA is contributing 8.93% of your covered wages. These … Continue reading

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Heat turned down over break

In an effort to conserve energy, please be aware that many AEA 267 offices will reduce the heat over break. Offices will be considered closed and may not be at a comfortable temperature for working for long periods. Enjoy the … Continue reading

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December board recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 6 p.m. at the AEA 267 Cedar Falls Conference Center for their regular meeting. During the meeting, the board: Heard an update on Climate/Culture from Dr. Mary Stevens, … Continue reading

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