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As a reminder, beginning July 1, 2025, van delivery became a purchased service for school districts as part of the implementation of HF 2612. While some districts have opted to continue this service, others have not. (Please refer to the … Continue reading →

We would like to welcome incoming staff for the 2025-26 school year!

Pending October Board approval, all certified staff will receive $120 cell phone reimbursement for the 2025-26 school year. This payment will be made the first payroll after final Board approval. For CWA/Nuss staff, the request form will be emailed to … Continue reading →

Please be sure that you are signed* up to receive Central Rivers AEA Alerts via text, call or email. Alerts are used to announce agency-related emergency updates, building closings or professional learning cancellations. *If you are already signed up, you … Continue reading →

All Central Rivers AEA staff are invited to take advantage of the well-being options that the Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors voted to support again this year: All options are offered to enhance your well-being, life satisfaction and assist … Continue reading →

The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners has updated requirements for renewing licenses. Here’s what you need to know: Application Process: Detailed instructions for submitting applications can be found online for review.

Iowa’s AEAs have teamed up with Upper Iowa University to offer a fully online Special Education Consultant Endorsement program. The program can be completed in just nine months and is tailored to the work of AEA consultants. Important items to … Continue reading →

Save the date: Third annual Early ACCESS Day: October 9 Mark your calendars! On Thursday, October 9, we’ll celebrate the third annual Early ACCESS Day – a day to connect with community partners, share resources and spread awareness about how … Continue reading →

Live documents, helpful resources and guides can be found on our staff website. Be sure to review the updates with CRAEA Ed Services & Media doc (this will include every update from editions of The Channel and important mid-month information).