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Bravo Sports has negotiated discounted tickets for AEA employees and other educators for two college games this year. Whether you are a Cyclone or Hawkeye fan, you’ll want to take advantage of these great prices. Below are links to more … Continue reading →

The Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors met on Wednesday, July 24. This was the July and August meetings combined. Board agendas and minutes can be found online. The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 4 in … Continue reading →

Mark your calendars now for the all-staff meeting being held on Tuesday, August 13 at the Cedar Falls Conference Center. Registration and social time will begin at 8:30 am with the meeting to begin at 9:00 am. The keynote presenter … Continue reading →

There are new legislative changes coming to the Mandatory Reporter training. We will be adopting curriculum from the Department of Human Services for training starting this summer. The Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse trainings will be separated and updated information from the … Continue reading →

As we look to the future for the 2019-20 school year, our EQ process will change. A couple of years ago, we had a large surplus in EQ, and we worked with the EQ committee to create a plan that … Continue reading →

Summer hours will begin on Monday, June 10 and run through Friday, August 9. Official office hours will be 7:30 am – 4 pm during that period. If you are going off contract for the summer, please ensure that your … Continue reading →

We were recently informed that the Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) is no longer providing districts with access to a reporting system that allows Human Resources (HR) to search for expiring licenses. Therefore, we will have to rely on staff … Continue reading →

The Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors met on Wednesday, June 5. Board agendas and minutes can be found online. The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 24 in the Cedar Falls Conference Center.

In the fall of 2018, Central Rivers Area Education Agency partnered with ESSDACK, a Kansas-based provider of professional learning services, to design and facilitate a culture audit. The audit had two primary goals: 1.) provide new learning for staff around … Continue reading →

The all-region meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 22 in Cedar Falls. Registration and social time begin at 8:30 with the meeting to begin at 9:00. An agency-wide retirement celebration honoring all of our retirees will be held from … Continue reading →

This year’s retirement celebration is being held on Wednesday, May 22 from 9-10 am during the all-region meeting in Cedar Falls. This is a wonderful opportunity to congratulate our retirees and recognize them for their dedication and years of service … Continue reading →

The open enrollment for benefits will close on May 12 and all benefits-eligible employees must complete this process even if declining insurance, making no changes, resigning, or retiring. To enroll, access the Portal and go to My Benefits > Benefits … Continue reading →

May is set aside as School Board Recognition Month and is the perfect time to thank our volunteer community members who govern Central Rivers AEA! Serving over 62,000 students, 5,000 educators, and almost 500 staff members, these nine committed individuals … Continue reading →

A new policy (401.33) “Drug and Alcohol Testing Program” was approved by the Board at the April meeting. A notice regarding the policy has been added to each of the Administrative Guidelines. For your reference, here is a complete copy … Continue reading →

In an effort to ensure that we present ourselves and the agency in the most positive light, here are are a few reminders about the expectations for professional dress. Monday-Thursday: Business casual (khakis/polos, dress pants, tops, etc.) to business professional … Continue reading →

The majority of the 2019-20 district calendars are now available online on the staff website under Resources > District Calendars. Continue to check back as the remaining calendars are submitted.

Congratulations goes to Kathy Olson, Work Experience Coordinator who was the lucky winner in the drawing for the Carlos O’Kelly’s gift basket in honor of Cinco de Mayo!