The 2025 All Staff Kickoff Meeting will be held at the Cedar Falls office beginning at 9:00 am on Monday, August 18! This year’s theme is, Leading with Heart. While the past legislative session has been one of the most challenging times we’ve faced professionally, we will start off our new school year, reconnecting with colleagues and strengthening our resolve to lead with heart in our work this upcoming year!
Schedule for the day
- 7:30-9:00 am – Sidecar coffee truck outside in the main parking lot | Social time
- 9:00-11:30 am – All Staff Meeting, Keynote Speaker and Service Award Recognition
- 11:30 am-3:30 pm – Team Meetings
Lunch
Lunch will be staggered by team, with some groups starting earlier and others after 12:30 pm. Everyone will have a full hour for lunch, and your team’s lunch time will be shared during the meeting. Doña Mari’s Tacos Food Truck will be parked at the south entrance in the main parking lot as one option, offering meat, veggie and gluten-friendly options for purchase. Staff are also free to leave campus and have lunch elsewhere if desired. Thanks for being flexible!
Other details
Additional team-specific logistics will be provided the day of the meeting, including a quick links document that will feature important resources and links updated daily. If you have questions, please reach out to your supervisor. We look forward to seeing everyone on August 18 and kicking off another great year at Central Rivers AEA!
Food truck menus
Both food trucks accept cash, debit or credit card.
