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New series spotlights CRAEA staff on the job

Do you ever wonder how your other Central Rivers AEA co-workers spend their work life? On the Job @ Central Rivers AEA is a monthly series we’ve just launched to give you a peek into the work of others in … Continue reading

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Join your Ad Cabinet for a variety of on site agency updates next week

We will be holding agency updates at our three main office locations next week. Each update will be held at the same time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. A Zoom option will be available on all three dates at https://zoom.us/j/345551121 These short meetings … Continue reading

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Dress to win! Agency Halloween costume contest is back

All staff members are invited to participate in an agency-wide Central Rivers AEA Halloween Costume Contest on Thursday, October 31st.  To participate just snap a picture of yourself in work-appropriate costume and upload it to this Halloween Costume Contest  Google … Continue reading

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Turn to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Central Rivers AEA cares about the health and well-being of its employees and recognizes that a variety of personal problems can disrupt their personal and work lives. Although many employees solve their problems either on their own or with the … Continue reading

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Early retirement incentive open until December 10

To support a timely staff replacement selection process and assist in budget planning, the early retirement incentive is being offered again this year. The incentive will be administered to Administrative, Certified, and NUSS staff as follows: Commitments of separation by … Continue reading

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Personnel changes in the Business Office

Barb Ehrig has retired from her part-time position in accounts receivable, effective September 30 and we will also be saying goodbye to Calli Boeckmann as Accounting Director on October 4. Calli resigned her position at Central Rivers AEA to become … Continue reading

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Tips on making the most of the Navigate wellness site

Nearly 200 staff members are currently enrolled in some kind of challenge through our new Navigate website. We’d love to see even more of you using the tools to take control of your health and wellbeing while earning cash back! … Continue reading

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Update your AEA Learning Online account

November 1 is the deadline for staff to update their AEA Learning Online account information. Please be sure the email address listed is your Central Rivers AEA email account  and that Central Rivers AEA is listed as your employer. Your … Continue reading

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Flu shots available this month

Onsite flu shots will be available this year through Hy-Vee Pharmacy at each Central Rivers AEA location. All employees (and family members, age six and above) are free to go to whichever location is most convenient.  Each person receiving a … Continue reading

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Culture & Climate Committee survey results

The Culture & Climate Committee would like to thank everyone who completed the CRAEA Culture & Climate activity survey.  Many great ideas were shared and your input is greatly appreciated. As the 2019-20 activity schedule is created, many of your … Continue reading

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All staff meeting set for August 18, 2020

Mark your calendars now for the 2020-21 all staff meeting to be held Tuesday, August 18, 2020, in Cedar Falls. We listened to the feedback from this year’s meeting and pushed back the date to kickoff the 2020-21 school year.  … Continue reading

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ClassLink and Navigate have arrived!

As we shared last month, the agency is launching a new tool called ClassLink to take the pain out of remembering multiple passwords. ClassLink, which is essentially known as a “single sign-on” gives you instant access to all your Web … Continue reading

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Get your flu shot at the office…and earn $15!

Onsite flu shots will be available this year through Hy-Vee Pharmacy at each Central Rivers AEA location. All employees (and family members, age six and above) are free to go to whichever location is most convenient.  Each person receiving a … Continue reading

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New Central Rivers AEA apparel items now available

Have you checked out the Central Rivers AEA branded clothing store lately? Several new items have been added, including the expansion of these popular brands: Sport-Tek, New Era, The North Face, Nike, and Eddie Bauer. Grab your Central Rivers AEA … Continue reading

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The Stream? The Channel? Which one should I read?

Last year, the agency unveiled a new blog called The Stream targeted specifically to region staff. The Stream is published on an as-needed basis by Regional Administrators and strives to provide news and information that staff out in the field … Continue reading

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Update on Quantum: How do we plan to use it this year?

Quantum Workplace has become a valuable tool for recognizing our colleagues for their efforts. This year, a handful of regions will be piloting the use of Quantum Workplace for goal setting, one-on-one progress meetings, and other professional growth activities. Please … Continue reading

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Guidelines for Google Groups

Google Groups and email lists are maintained as a means of facilitating electronic communication between CRAEA and its stakeholders. Groups and lists are established and maintained by the Director of Communications & Creative Services in cooperation with other staff members. … Continue reading

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