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If you’re leaving the agency, please make sure to return all tech items issued to you during your employment. This includes: Where to return items Additional notes Important Label each item with your name on a sticky note. If you … Continue reading →

All Central Rivers AEA offices will be closed on April 18, in observance of Good Friday. Please update your voicemail and set an out-of-office email reply to let others know about the closure. Voicemail example: Hello, this is (your name). … Continue reading →

A communication about the Universal Protocol for Accommodations in Reading (uPAR) was recently sent to school leaders through Leadership Connections and Regional Administrators. We want to ensure you’re informed in case you receive questions from districts. If schools reach out … Continue reading →

Central Rivers AEA recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) can help improve educational services and make work more efficient. AI tools can automate tasks, provide helpful insights and streamline processes — but they also raise concerns about data privacy and security. … Continue reading →

The power of voice-controlled assistive technology Voice-controlled technology is making life easier and more accessible for people with disabilities. Devices like smart speakers and virtual assistants (Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, Google Assistant) allow users to control lights, adjust the temperature, … Continue reading →

Take 30 minutes for yourself with Express Coaching Struggling to find time for your well-being? In just 30 minutes on April 15, join a small group for Express Coaching and gain clear action steps to tackle a challenge – big … Continue reading →

Take a moment on April 23 to recognize our incredible office support team for Administrative Professionals’ Day! Their hard work keeps the agency running smoothly and helps ensure everyone has what they need to succeed. We couldn’t do it without … Continue reading →

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The Iowa’s Healthiest State Initiative Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit is available for download. Central Rivers AEA is a Make It OK organization. Wear green on May 15 to show your support for Mental … Continue reading →

Reminder – extended school year updated process: To improve how services are documented, a new process for AEA support staff providers will be used this year. All providers must complete the Google Form by April 25 to identify students eligible … Continue reading →

End of third quarter: The third quarter ended on March 31, and all Harvest entries should be up to date, with March entries completed by April 8. Third-quarter reports are expected to be sent to schools by late April. Professional … Continue reading →

On March 19, Central Rivers AEA will be switching to a unified Zoom platform used by all Iowa AEAs. Here’s what you need to know: Important steps for staff If you do not have SMS, voicemail or Zoom Chat information … Continue reading →