Author Archives: Beth Strike

We received news last month that Dr. E. Robert (“Bob”) Stephens died peacefully on the morning of Feb. 9.  For those not familiar with Bob Stephens, he wrote the original legislative language to create the AEAs in Iowa. He also … Continue reading →

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Monday, March 6, 2017 in the Cedar Falls Conference Center. The board packet is available online and the minutes will be published online after approval at the next month’s board meeting.

This past month our elected officials marked the start of the 86th Iowa General Assembly along with many newly elected leaders. With Republican control in both chambers, we expect a markedly different legislative session from those we’ve had in recent … Continue reading →

Many staff members have been wondering when they can start incorporating our new name and logo into their work. Please remember that our new brand will not become official until July 1 which means holding off until much closer to … Continue reading →

AEA 267 tech integrationists are working with agency staff to create a new video series, “The Tech Exchange: Ideas for Staff by Staff.” The first episode, “GSuite and the Explore Feature,” aired at last month’s regional meetings. This episode featured … Continue reading →

Mark your calendars! Our first all-staff meeting as Central Rivers Area Education Agency will be held on August 14 at our new headquarters at 1521 Technology Parkway in Cedar Falls! We will start the day with social time and registration … Continue reading →

Paper copies of the 2016 W2s and 1095-Cs were mailed on January 26 and are also available in the Portal under: My Compensation > Employee W2 > 2016 W2 Information. If you need to make any changes to your 2017 … Continue reading →

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Wednesday, February 1, 2017 in the Cedar Falls Conference Center. The board packet is available online and the minutes will be published online after approval at the next month’s board meeting.

Congratulations to Dr. Mary Stevens, Executive Director of Special Education and Dr. Jerry Schnabel, Executive Director of Media! Both directors announced this week that they would be retiring effective December 2017. The AEA 267 Board of Directors took action last … Continue reading →

The start of the new year is typically a time to set personal health goals and start healthier habits. Why not have some fun and work together with your co-workers while you do it? You are encouraged to join one … Continue reading →

Please tentatively mark your calendars for August 14 for the all-staff meeting at our new Central Rivers AEA home in at 1521 Technology Parkway in Cedar Falls! Watch next month’s Intersections for a confirmation (or a different date if necessary). … Continue reading →

Thank you to everyone who donated both cash and prizes for the 2016 Food Bank Drive. Together, we were able to raise $1,450 to help stock food pantries in Iowa. What a great accomplishment! View a complete list of donors … Continue reading →

Do you still have a 2015 “Top Workplaces” logo in your email signature? If so, just a friendly reminder that it’s probably time to remove it given that the award is now two years old. Need help? Please contact someone … Continue reading →

There have been minor revisions made to the Time Clock Regulations, which can be accessed in the portal at My Toolbox > TimeClock Resources > Regulations.  The main change is that once leaves are posted by Human Resources, they are … Continue reading →

The Business Office will be mailing W2 and 1095-C tax information to all employee’s homes toward the end of the month. Please verify your address information in the iVisions portal under My Personal Information > Contact Information. The forms will … Continue reading →

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Wednesday, January 4, 2017 in the Cedar Falls Conference Center. The board packet is available online and the minutes will be published online after approval at the next month’s board meeting.

Traveling around the area in December? Join your colleagues at one of the three regional offices for their annual holiday potlucks! The Clear Lake  potluck will be held on Monday, December 12, Cedar Falls on Tuesday, December 13, and Marshalltown … Continue reading →