Monthly Archives: April 2025

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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