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Hearing Screening Changes Central Rivers AEA audiometrists and audiologists will continue to do class-wide hearing screening for Head Starts, Kindergarten, 1st and 5th grades. This is a change from last year – we are no longer screening preschoolers and 2nd … Continue reading →

A reminder to Ed Services staff to be sure you’ve submitted your weekly Harvest entries. (Here is the Harvest guidance information for Ed Services.) Please be sure to go back and log for July 1. If you did not have … Continue reading →

Our agency’s annual review of mandatory policies and procedural items are now available! For viewing, please visit the document as there are several important updates to read. A few examples include: There is plenty of information to go through, please … Continue reading →

Remote work is a key component of our operations at Central Rivers AEA, offering flexibility while maintaining our high customer service standards. To ensure a seamless and professional experience for both staff and those we serve, the following are important … Continue reading →

It’s that time of year to remind staff of the procedures for office closures due to inclement weather. The FAQ document provides a lot of information and specific examples for your reference. 260-day full time staff: Timeclock staff: Remote/temporary remote … Continue reading →

Just a reminder: the monthly Zoom update for Central Rivers AEA and Keystone AEA staff takes place on the second Thursday of each month from 4:00 to 4:30 pm (unless canceled if there are no updates). This month’s update is … Continue reading →

Empower Half-hour Want a quick, practical way to release negative energy and feel more empowered? Join your colleagues on October 11, from 8:30 to 9:00 am on Zoom for the “Empower Half-Hour” with Dr. Leslie Moore, a Certified Professional Coach. … Continue reading →

Our office buildings, grounds and River Hills School are always looking spotless, thanks to our custodial/maintenance team! While they may be more behind-the-scenes, their hard work does not go unnoticed! Cedar Falls office: Clear Lake office: Marshalltown office: River Hills … Continue reading →

Congratulations to Marc Groen, who was recently honored with the Leadership in School Psychology/School Psychologist of the Year Award at the Iowa School Psychologists Association (ISPA) conference! This prestigious award recognizes Iowa school psychologists who have made a significant impact … Continue reading →

October is Cybersecurity Month! Check out these four easy ways to stay safe online: When you receive any suspicious communications: Stop and think before you click! Reach out to the Help Desk at 319-273-8231 or at helpdesk@centralriversaea.org if you have … Continue reading →

The Educational Directory for 2024-25 has been updated and can be viewed and downloaded on the agency website under About Us > Directory of Services.

ACHIEVE Reminders – we are partnering with Keystone AEA to help with ACHIEVE data. This list provides you with the data tech assigned to each district and their contact information as well as the person responsible for the SIS within … Continue reading →