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Zoom updates for CRAEA & Keystone AEA staff will be held on October 14

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

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Inclement weather & emergency closing information reminders

It’s that time of year to remind staff of the procedures for office closures due to inclement weather. The FAQs document provides a lot of information and specific examples for your reference. Please review the guidelines, and contact your supervisor … Continue reading

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Updates with Special Education

Live documents, helpful resources and guides can be found on our staff website.

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Updates with Educational Services & Media

Professional Development requests Central Rivers AEA encourages staff to take part in professional learning opportunities that support growth and enhance our work with students, families and districts. Staff requesting to participate in internal or external professional development should follow the … Continue reading

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Updates from the Information Technology (IT) team

Good news! Zoom’s SMS texting feature is now fully active and ready to use. Please refer to the CRAEA Zoom Phone Tutorial and FAQ for the step-by-step directions. MacBook Air now an option in our device rotation You asked, we … Continue reading

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What’s new with INspired Leadership?

Join our October INspired Leadership workshop in Cedar Falls If you have yet to experience a two-day INspired Leadership Workshop or haven’t attended in the past three years, you might wish to sign up online for our two-day workshop in … Continue reading

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Flu shot clinics to be offered in October

The agency is partnering with the Hy-Vee Pharmacy to offer flu shot clinics for employees and their families. The vaccination schedule is as follows: Friday, October 24 Friday, October 10 Please complete the 2025 flu shot registration form if you … Continue reading

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Thank you to our Central Rivers AEA & River Hills School custodial/maintenance team!

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

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New partnership with NIACC brings Aviation Program to Clear Lake office

Central Rivers AEA is excited to announce a new partnership with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). Beginning this fall, NIACC will utilize two rooms in our Clear Lake office to support the expansion of its aviation program. The location … Continue reading

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