Author Archives: Beth Strike

August brings a physical return to work for agency employees along with more frequent virtual meetings. Following months of working at home and much more casual attire, what’s the new dress code for coming back? Beginning August 3, staff members … Continue reading →

Central Rivers AEA stands in solidarity with the Black community and with peaceful protests against the racial injustice that has plagued our nation for too long. Each of us must commit to doing all we can to counter racial injustice wherever we see it … Continue reading →

We made it to June! This meme seems to sum up perfectly how I’ve been feeling lately. It’s been an intense past few months and I think we are all anxious to make our best attempt at enjoying the nicer … Continue reading →

Congratulations to Glenn Maring, Telecommunications Support Technician, and Sandy Kruse, Early Childhood Special Educator, who recently announced their retirement. We wish both Glenn and Sandy well and extend our appreciation for their dedicated service!

Do you ever wonder how your other Central Rivers AEA co-workers spend their work life? (Okay, we mean when we aren’t safe at home during a pandemic!) On the Job @Central Rivers AEA is a monthly series we’ve just launched … Continue reading →

This month, we continue our agency updates highlighting the three main focus areas of the agency strategic plan by focusing on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for Well-Being. Dr. Dana Miller, School Psychologist, and lead for the work, describes the … Continue reading →

Sarah Nelson, currently a school improvement consultant serving Region 10, has been appointed to the position of Director of Information Technology with the agency. Nelson will replace Jen Sigrist who is now taking on additional responsibilities in providing Future Ready … Continue reading →

Do you love Brene Brown’s work as much as we do? If so, you’ll want to make plans to subscribe to her new podcast coming in March 2020 called “Unlocking Us”. For more information, check out her website! Subscribe at: … Continue reading →

Have a question or issue with using your new phone features in Zoom? Not sure how or why you are getting phone calls when you are on a Zoom or presenting?  Unsure how to access your voicemail or even where … 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! Iowa’s AEAs bestow three awards annually to outstanding candidates for their contributions … Continue reading →

W-2s for calendar year 2019 were mailed to your home during the week of January 27, 2020.  If you need another copy, please visit the IVisions portal under My Compensation and download the form. Questions should be directed to Shane … Continue reading →