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Monthly Archives: April 2025
Investing in our team: 2025-26 negotiations summary
As we look forward to the 2025-2026 school year, we’re pleased to share the results of our recent negotiations with our employee associations. Your dedication and hard work are the heart of Central Rivers AEA, and we are committed to … Continue reading
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Agency offers $500 early contract signing bonus as thank you to staff
We’re excited to announce that the Central Rivers AEA Board of Education has approved an early contract signing incentive for all Central Rivers AEA staff members! This incentive is a direct reflection of the Board’s appreciation for your ongoing dedication … Continue reading
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Important update: new contract & notice of conditions signing process
Central Rivers AEA is launching a new way to sign contracts and Notices of Conditions (NOCs). Moving forward, all signing will take place through Web Link, where you can securely access, sign and store your documents for future reference. To … Continue reading
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Save the date for May 22: All-staff meeting & retirement celebration
An all-staff meeting and retirement celebration will be held on Thursday, May 22 in Cedar Falls, beginning at 9:00 am. Social time begins at 8:30 am and lunch will be provided to staff. After lunch, staff members assigned to a … Continue reading
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All-staff insurance open-enrollment meeting to be held virtually on Tuesday, April 29 at 4 pm
The open enrollment period for insurance* begins Monday, April 28 and ends on Friday, May 23. *All benefit-eligible employees must enroll or waive coverage, even if you have no changes or are resigning/retiring! Some other important details to note: If … Continue reading
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Farewell to Cari Teske, Director of Media
After a decade of service at Central Rivers AEA, Cari Teske has announced that she will be leaving her role as Director of Media Services at the end of the 2024-25 school year. “Working at Central Rivers AEA has been … Continue reading
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Welcome aboard: meet the newest Central Rivers AEA team members
We would like to welcome an incoming school psychologist and speech-language pathologist for the 2025-26 school year!
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Returning agency-issued tech: What you need to know
If you’re leaving the agency, please make sure to return all tech items issued to you during your employment. This includes: Where to return items Additional notes Important Label each item with your name on a sticky note. If you … Continue reading
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All Central Rivers AEA offices closed April 18
All Central Rivers AEA offices will be closed on April 18, in observance of Good Friday. Please update your voicemail and set an out-of-office email reply to let others know about the closure. Voicemail example: Hello, this is (your name). … Continue reading
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Central Rivers AEA providing uPAR implementation support services to districts
A communication about the Universal Protocol for Accommodations in Reading (uPAR) was recently sent to school leaders through Leadership Connections and Regional Administrators. We want to ensure you’re informed in case you receive questions from districts. If schools reach out … Continue reading
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Navigating artificial intelligence (AI) at Central Rivers AEA
Central Rivers AEA recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) can help improve educational services and make work more efficient. AI tools can automate tasks, provide helpful insights and streamline processes — but they also raise concerns about data privacy and security. … Continue reading
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What’s new with Assistive Technology (AT)?
The power of voice-controlled assistive technology Voice-controlled technology is making life easier and more accessible for people with disabilities. Devices like smart speakers and virtual assistants (Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, Google Assistant) allow users to control lights, adjust the temperature, … Continue reading
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What’s new with INspired Leadership?
Take 30 minutes for yourself with Express Coaching Struggling to find time for your well-being? In just 30 minutes on April 15, join a small group for Express Coaching and gain clear action steps to tackle a challenge – big … Continue reading
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Thank you to our office support staff
Take a moment on April 23 to recognize our incredible office support team for Administrative Professionals’ Day! Their hard work keeps the agency running smoothly and helps ensure everyone has what they need to succeed. We couldn’t do it without … Continue reading
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month – pledge to “Make it OK!”
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The Iowa’s Healthiest State Initiative Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit is available for download. Central Rivers AEA is a Make It OK organization. Wear green on May 15 to show your support for Mental … Continue reading
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Updates with Special Education
Reminder – extended school year updated process: To improve how services are documented, a new process for AEA support staff providers will be used this year. All providers must complete the Google Form by April 25 to identify students eligible … Continue reading
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Updates with Educational Services & Media
End of third quarter: The third quarter ended on March 31, and all Harvest entries should be up to date, with March entries completed by April 8. Third-quarter reports are expected to be sent to schools by late April. Professional … Continue reading
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