Author Archives: Beth Strike

The Center for Applied Research conducted a study on behalf of Iowa’s Area Education Agencies to analyze the efficiency of the services Iowa’s Area Education Agencies (AEAs) provide districts. Additionally, the value of services provided by AEAs was explored. The … Continue reading →

The Governor’s 2018 Future Ready Iowa Summit will be held on Tuesday, April 3, from 8 am to 3 pm at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The purpose of this all-day event is to amplify public conversation about … Continue reading →

Iowa’s AEAs and AEA Learning Online have been collaborating to move our individual professional development and licensure registration systems to a statewide professional learning registration system. Having one registration system will provide participants with a much larger offering of professional … Continue reading →

Mark your calendars now for the all-staff meeting and retirement celebration on May 23 in Cedar Falls. While the next school year seems far off, it will be here before we know it. In addition, the 2018-19 kick-off meeting is … Continue reading →

Blue365 offers access to many health and wellness deals and is available at no cost to members of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. Members can find discounts on fitness clubs, weight-loss programs, workout accessories, vision products, Lasik surgery, and so … Continue reading →

On Friday, February 2, the three offices each held a “Souper Bowl” party. Staff donated soup in honor of their pick for the Super Bowl and to be able to wear their favorite sports apparel. The Eagles were the clear … Continue reading →

Remember way back in October when you were challenged to walk 20-minutes each day? Well, that offer is still on the table and staff are encouraged to walk each day. Aside from the obvious health benefits, it will also help … Continue reading →

Do you still have some Central Rivers AEA thank you cards left?  Make someone’s day and send a thank you to that coworker who made you smile or made your work a little easier.  A little appreciation and positive energy … Continue reading →

With recent school delays, administrative staff members are receiving more requests to work remotely. For those with Temporary Work Site (TWS) or Remote Work Site (RWS) approval, please take some time to review the FAQs generated by Human Resources and … Continue reading →

Julie Miller, Consultant for School Improvement/Special Education Consultant has been selected to fill the role of halftime Regional Administrator for Region 7. In her new position, Julie will help oversee team members including assisting with evaluation and region activities.  Julie … Continue reading →

The Federal Government Rate for in-state lodging has increased to $109. The regulations to board policy 603.4 have been updated to reflect the new amount. Board policy does allow for exceptions to the $109 limit, but it has to be … Continue reading →

Do you know someone who has made outstanding contributions to education and Iowa’s Area Education Agencies (AEAs)? Please take a few minutes to nominate this person for recognition by Iowa’s AEAs. Iowa’s AEAs bestow three awards annually to outstanding candidates … Continue reading →