Monthly Archives: May 2019

The culture audit results are in!

In the fall of 2018, Central Rivers Area Education Agency partnered with ESSDACK, a Kansas-based provider of professional learning services, to design and facilitate a culture audit. The audit had two primary goals: 1.) provide new learning for staff around … Continue reading

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All-Region meeting is May 22

The all-region meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 22 in Cedar Falls. Registration and social time begin at 8:30 with the meeting to begin at 9:00. An agency-wide retirement celebration honoring all of our retirees will be held from … Continue reading

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Central Rivers AEA retirement celebration

This year’s retirement celebration is being held on Wednesday, May 22 from 9-10 am during the all-region meeting in Cedar Falls. This is a wonderful opportunity to congratulate our retirees and recognize them for their dedication and years of service … Continue reading

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Complete your benefits enrollment before May 12.

The open enrollment for benefits will close on May 12 and all benefits-eligible employees must complete this process even if declining insurance, making no changes, resigning, or retiring. To enroll, access the Portal and go to My Benefits > Benefits … Continue reading

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Get to know your Central Rivers AEA board members!

May is set aside as School Board Recognition Month and is the perfect time to thank our volunteer community members who govern Central Rivers AEA! Serving over 62,000 students, 5,000 educators, and almost 500 staff members, these nine committed individuals … Continue reading

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New board policy on drug and alcohol testing approved in April

A new policy (401.33) “Drug and Alcohol Testing Program” was approved by the Board at the April meeting. A notice regarding the policy has been added to each of the Administrative Guidelines. For your reference, here is a complete copy … Continue reading

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Friendly reminders about dress code for work

In an effort to ensure that we present ourselves and the agency in the most positive light, here are are a few reminders about the expectations for professional dress. Monday-Thursday: Business casual (khakis/polos, dress pants, tops, etc.) to business professional … Continue reading

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School District Calendars available for 2019-20

The majority of the 2019-20 district calendars are now available online on the staff website under Resources > District Calendars. Continue to check back as the remaining calendars are submitted.

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Congratulations to the Carlos O’Kelly’s gift basket winner

Congratulations goes to Kathy Olson, Work Experience Coordinator who was the lucky winner in the drawing for the Carlos O’Kelly’s gift basket in honor of Cinco de Mayo!

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Need some space for mindfulness?

Each of our sites have added a space to practice mindfulness or to take a couple minutes to recalibrate your energy.  Please feel free to use on your break as your schedule allows within the parameters of your job and … Continue reading

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May board recap

The Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors met on Wednesday, May 1. Board agendas and minutes can be found online. The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 5 in the Cedar Falls Conference Center.

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