Monthly Archives: April 2019

We knew you were doing a great job…and the data agrees!

Hanover Research, a global market research and analytics firm, recently released results of an independent survey of Iowa’s educators regarding the services of Iowa’s Area Education Agency (AEA) system. Over 8,000 responses were generated from an invitation to general education … Continue reading

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Spring update meetings postponed to May 22

The agency will be holding the spring update meeting during the all-region meeting on May 22 in Cedar Falls. For those not required to attend the all-region meeting, a Zoom link will be made available. Please check May’s issue of … Continue reading

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Resources now available to support insurance open enrollment decisions

The open enrollment period for insurance will be April 22 through May 12. Even if you do not take insurance, you must go through the open enrollment process. Tools to help you make an informed decision, including the interactive scenario … Continue reading

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Thank you to our administrative professional staff

Help celebrate Administrative Professionals Day on April 24 by taking the time to recognize our outstanding office support staff. We couldn’t do what we do without them! 

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Important meeting dates calendar

The calendar of meeting dates for 2019-20 is now available on our staff website under Resources, along with the office calendar for the new year. Be sure to look it over and mark down the dates relevant to you.

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Remote Work Site applications

The Remote Work Site (RWS) application will be available beginning Monday, April 8 for 2019-20.  Only those working remote on a regular basis need fill out the application form. More details and the updated program guidelines will be sent in … Continue reading

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Save the date

An all-regions meeting will be held on May 22 and will include a retirement celebration to recognize this year’s retirees. Watch for details in the May issue of The Channel.

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Upcoming spring events from the Climate & Culture Committee

Spring has sprung and the Climate & Culture Committee have planned a couple of fun ways to celebrate! Texas Roadhouse in Cedar Falls generously donated a gift basket valued at over $30 for one lucky staff member to win. All … Continue reading

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Climate & Culture’s New Year’s resolution results

Almost 150 staff members signed up for the option to earn an extra $5 gift card for completing their New Year’s Resolution and of those a whopping 123 completed their resolution! Those who did not complete their resolution held up … Continue reading

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