Author Archives: cvanbuskirk

Starting August 1, 2024, Iowa’s AEAs will introduce a new fee structure for professional learning courses due to changes in funding from legislation (HF 2612) passed in 2024. The new fees will apply to courses entered into the AEA Professional … Continue reading →

New Iowa legislation has changed Mandatory Reporter training requirements. Starting July 1, 2024, all staff licensed by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners must complete training every three years for reporting both child abuse and dependent adult abuse. Details on … Continue reading →

2024-25 INspired Leadership Workshops If you have yet to experience a two-day INspired Leadership Workshop or haven’t attended in the past three years, save the dates after checking out the 2024-25 workshop dates and locations. Year two staff are encouraged … Continue reading →

A friendly reminder to all Central Rivers AEA staff: Please avoid putting non-approved stickers on your laptops. Stickers not made by our Creative Services Print Shop as specific laptop clings are difficult to remove and can damage devices. If you … Continue reading →

The employee cell phone reimbursement is for the necessary use of a personal cell phone in order to perform the responsibilities of the employee’s position, per board policy 401.27R1 and is subject to supervisor and board approval.  Requests need to … Continue reading →

As I prepare to depart from my role as Chief Administrator at Central Rivers on June 30, I want to take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary journey we have shared. Though my tenure has been brief, it has … Continue reading →

The May celebration can be viewed online. Congrats to our retirees!

As part of our commitment to maintain integrity and transparency within our organization, this is a friendly reminder about our policies regarding employee involvement in outside employment and business ventures, including the creation of private Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). Understanding … Continue reading →

Updated two-day INspired Leadership Workshops If you have yet to experience a two-day INspired Leadership Workshop or haven’t attended in the past three years, save the 2024-25 workshop dates and locations. Registration will be available soon in the new AEA … Continue reading →

Mental health conditions and substance use disorders can be costly. Not only for the individual experiencing the life-altering effects of the disease(s), but effective treatment can also be expensive. Because of this, employers are increasingly expected to offer comprehensive health … Continue reading →