Monthly Archives: June 2020

Central Rivers AEA promotes the value of diversity in our schools and communities

Central Rivers AEA stands in solidarity with the Black community and with peaceful protests against the racial injustice that has plagued our nation for too long. Each of us must commit to doing all we can to counter racial injustice wherever we see it … Continue reading

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“Returning” to Work: A message from the Chief

We made it to June! This meme seems to sum up perfectly how I’ve been feeling lately. It’s been an intense past few months and I think we are all anxious to make our best attempt at enjoying the nicer … Continue reading

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Wellness reimbursement incentives to be paid in June

The Wellness reimbursement incentives for the second half of the year will be included on the regular June 20th payroll checks.  While we would have liked to provide this in a separate check, we found that many employees have additional … Continue reading

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Reminder – Changes to Mandatory Reporter Requirements

In 2019, HF 731 modified the requirements for mandatory reporter training for child and dependent adult abuse. The Iowa Department of Human Services is now providing the training online for free. The AEA is providing the same training online for … Continue reading

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Postage Reminder

You may submit reimbursement for postage expenses during the office closure through My Toolbox > Expense Reimbursements on the portal.  Please do not use the mileage/travel reimbursement spreadsheet, simply enter a separate request using the Postage Reimbursement expense type and … Continue reading

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August 18 meetings to take place by region, department

Although we will not be meeting as a large group on August 18, the agency plans to hold virtual meetings that day by region and department. Each Regional Administrator or Director will be responsible for setting the schedule and agenda … Continue reading

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Board passes Pandemic Pay Resolution through end of August

Although the agency has a plan for phasing staff back to work (see “Returning” to Work – A message from the Chief) the Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors passed a Pandemic Pay Resolution during this week’s board meeting to … Continue reading

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Angie Sorenson to begin new role July 1

Please join us in welcoming Angie Sorenson to the Business Department as Accounts Payable Specialist, Angie is replacing Cindy Fry who is retiring at the end of June. Please direct all questions related to mileage, travel reimbursement, vendor invoices, and … Continue reading

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No change to office hours this summer

Summer hours were set to begin on June 8 and end on August 10.  Due to the office closure to the public through July 31, office hours will not change for the summer months.

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All professional learning will stay virtual in June, July and August

Due to the risks associated with Covid-19, all professional learning scheduled for June, July and August will remain virtual with no face-to-face option. A decision about September professional learning will be made at a later date when we have more … Continue reading

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Congratulations Glenn and Sandy!

Congratulations to Glenn Maring, Telecommunications Support Technician, and Sandy Kruse, Early Childhood Special Educator, who recently announced their retirement. We wish both Glenn and Sandy well and extend our appreciation for their dedicated service!

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Deadline extended for Remote Work Site Applications for 2020-2021

Applications for Remote Work Site (RWS) will be accepted through June 19 for the 2020-21 year. Only those working RWS on a regular basis need to fill out the application form. Applications and details can be found on the Portal … Continue reading

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