Monthly Archives: August 2019

Important details for the All-Staff meeting on August 13

For those coming back on contract from summer break, as well as our year-round staff, welcome back! The August 13 all-staff meeting is quickly approaching and there are several important details you need to know. Social time and registration will … Continue reading

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Get ready to “Navigate” your way to health and wellness

We are excited to announce that we have contracted with a company called Navigate for our agency health and wellness program for this year. A committee of staff vetted various vendors and selected Navigate as the best third-party provider to … Continue reading

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New expense reimbursement form

A new expense reimbursement form is available on the portal under My Toolbox > Expense Reimbursement > Reimbursement Req Spreadsheet.  You may have to click on “Enable Editing” at the top of the spreadsheet when opening. You will submit both … Continue reading

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New ClassLink system takes the pain out of passwords

Central Rivers AEA will be deploying a Single Sign On (SSO) system called ClassLink this Fall.  ClassLink gives you instant access to all your Web applications from anywhere on the Internet using any type of browser or device.  It also … Continue reading

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Agency Culture and Climate Committee wants to hear from you

The agency Culture and Climate Committee is excited to kick off the 2019-20 year! In order to ensure that we have the greatest positive impact, we want to gather fresh ideas and feedback from you! Please fill out this brief … Continue reading

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Mandatory Reporter training needed for both child and dependent adult abuse

The following changes went into effect on July 1:  The Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse trainings are now separated and updated information from the BoEE clarified that educators will need to take BOTH the Child Abuse and Dependent Adult … Continue reading

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Cell phone reimbursement application due September 1

The employee cell phone reimbursement is for the necessary use of a personal cell phone in order to perform the responsibilities of the employee’s position, per Central Rivers AEA Board Policies 401.27R1 and 401.27R2.  Staff understands that their personal cell … Continue reading

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IPERS representatives coming to Cedar Falls in August

Just a friendly reminder that representatives from the Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) will be stationed at the Cedar Falls office, 1521 Technology Pkwy, Central Perk area, on Monday, August 26 through Thursday, August 29 for individual IPERS counseling … Continue reading

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Regular office hours begin August 12

Central Rivers AEA office locations return to regular office hours of 8:00-4:30 on Monday, August 12.

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Upcoming Culture & Climate activities

The 2019-20 Culture & Climate Committee is planning a tailgate party/potluck for lunch during the regional meetings on September 10. Please plan on joining everyone for this fun event which will be themed around the upcoming Iowa vs. Iowa State … Continue reading

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Go Hawks! Go Cyclones!

Bravo Sports has negotiated discounted tickets for AEA employees and other educators for two college games this year. Whether you are a Cyclone or Hawkeye fan, you’ll want to take advantage of these great prices. Below are links to more … Continue reading

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July/August board meeting

The Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors met on Wednesday, July 24. This was the July and August meetings combined. Board agendas and minutes can be found online. The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 4 in … Continue reading

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