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ClassLink recently received a feature update that will help staff organize and customize their personal dashboard.  Once you login, the new features will automatically be available. More information can be found in this document.  Contact the Help Desk at 319-273-8231 … Continue reading →

As of Dec. 31, 2020, Adobe is no longer supporting Flash Player. Adobe will begin blocking Flash content from running in Flash Player beginning January 12, 2021. We recommend all users turn off or uninstall Flash Player to help protect … Continue reading →

The 2021-22 office calendar has been approved by the board and is now available to view/download on the staff website under Resources > Office Calendar. 

Cari Teske, Teacher Librarian/Consultant for School Improvement, has been named Director of Media Services. Cari will provide direct oversight of all aspects of Media Services including support for school districts as they work to integrate media resources into the teaching … Continue reading →

With professional learning primarily taking place remotely and many staff working from home, it made sense to revisit our procedures for inclement weather including professional learning cancellations and office closures. Below please find some clarification for the 2020-21 school year. … Continue reading →

All Central Rivers AEA offices will be closed beginning Thursday, December 24 through January 1, in order for staff to enjoy the holidays. As a reminder, be sure to change your voicemail greeting and set an away message to your … Continue reading →

Earlier this year we revamped the Employee Health & Wellbeing Program to make it easier and more fun than ever to complete challenges and get great ideas for staying healthy.  The Wellness Wave Website includes a leaderboard, a monthly spotlight … Continue reading →

The CDC recently revised their guidance, and as a result, the agency has adjusted ours as well.  The recommended quarantine period for an individual with a close contact exposure has moved from 14 days to 10 days.  In addition, a … Continue reading →

Taking care of ourselves and those we love may seem increasingly difficult as the pandemic continues and we are experiencing more and more loss. Loss of loved ones, loss of social activities, loss of connection, and for some, loss of … Continue reading →

Zoom’s virtual background feature allows you to display an image as your background during a meeting and can make any Zoom meeting as professional or entertaining as you want.  Letting others into your private space while working from home can … Continue reading →

Dr. Julie Davies, Executive Director of Educational Services, announced her plan to retire from the agency on August 31, 2021. Dr. Davies has been with the agency since 2011 when she was hired to be the Site Superintendent of the … Continue reading →