Author Archives: Beth Strike

Plan now to attend August opening day meetings

Dates for the August kick-off meetings have been set for each sector. Please be sure these dates are on your calendar and you are planning to attend your sector’s meeting. We are planning a great day of learning and connecting … Continue reading

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How can “hashtags” expand my personal learning network?

Twitter continues to serve as an important source for personal learning for many educators. Did you know that you can follow streams of conversations/resources directly related to your favorite topic, content or discipline area on Twitter? Each topic has a … Continue reading

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Enslin to remove “interim” from title

During the February board meeting, the AEA 267 board voted to approve the employment of Kathy Enslin as the agency’s Assistant Chief Administrator/Director of Human Resources beyond the 2013-14 interim year. “Kathy has done a tremendous job during this interim … Continue reading

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Iowa legislators need to hear from those we serve

Again this year, we are seeking letters of advocacy from LEA parents, teachers, administrators (and even students!) who are willing to write their local legislator(s) on our behalf. Specifically, we are looking for letters of support around our legislative priority … Continue reading

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February Board of Directors recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 4-5:30 p.m. in the AEA 267 Cedar Falls Conference Center for a work session. A public hearing on the 2014-15 AEA 267 proposed budget was held at 6 … Continue reading

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E-filing and IPERS: Reminders from the Business Office

Did you know that 88% of Iowans filed their income tax returns electronically last year? Filing electronically or “e-filing” is easy, safe, and decreases the time it takes to receive your refund. Those individuals who are 25 or younger, 65 … Continue reading

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What difference do you make?

Did that headline grab your attention? Of course you make a difference! Every day, AEA 267 staff members are doing incredible things to improve the lives of children and families and/or positively impact teaching and learning where they work. Beth … Continue reading

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AEA 267 raises $1887 to benefit area food pantries

Thank you to everyone who donated both cash and prizes for the 2013 Food Bank Drive. Together, we were able to raise $1,887 to help stock food pantries in Iowa. What a great accomplishment! Special thanks to Kerri Wilson, Donna … Continue reading

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January Board of Directors recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 6 p.m. via a conference call from the AEA 267 Cedar Falls Conference Center for their regular meeting. During the meeting, the board: Approved the 2014-15 proposed budget … Continue reading

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Please remember to change voicemail/email message for break

Please change your voice mail greeting and set an away message to your email during the holiday breaks so that callers and/or e-mailers will know when they can expect to hear from you. Voice mail example: “Hello, this is (your … Continue reading

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Latest success story video shared

Many thanks to Kandi Beinfang-Lee for her contributions to our latest success story which highlights the impact of AEA services on student achievement. Watch and learn how Nicki Schaumberg, a recent graduate of Forest City CSD, achieved academic success with … Continue reading

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Help us fill area food pantries

According to Food Bank of Iowa, one in five Iowa children do not have enough food to eat. For every $1 donation, five meals can be provided to needy families in our area. From now until December 17, AEA 267 … Continue reading

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