Category Archives: Uncategorized

Courtesy photos available from LifeTouch

We would like to extend a big thank you to Lifetouch for being part of our opening day in Cedar Falls. They graciously took over 400 photos of our staff and, from our point of view, did an excellent job. … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

IPERS consultations available for staff within five years of retirement

As a service to our Central Rivers AEA staff, we have once again invited an IPERS representative to offer individual counseling sessions at each office. Due to limited IPERS resources, we will not be having a group presentation. Also, due … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Cedar Valley Cyclists to host Ride for a Cause

Cedar Valley Cyclists (CVC) will host Ride For A Cause on Saturday, September 23 to support IHOPE. IHOPE is the local chapter of AMBUCS, a national nonprofit charitable organization with the mission of creating mobility and independence for people with … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Reminder for AEA staff: FASTBridge K-6 Literacy Training Underway

The Department of Education is transitioning to a new statewide data system for K-6 literacy through FASTBridge Learning. To help school districts with this transition, comprehensive training via webinars and regional face-to-face meetings are being offered now through the end … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Office guidelines for work space and culture

(Please note: This information is useful for those with office space in the Cedar Falls Office given the design and arrangement of that office. Other norms may apply in Marshalltown or Clear Lake.) In order to safeguard the work performed … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

September board recap

The Central Rivers AEA Board of Directors met Wednesday, September 6th in the Cedar Falls Conference Center. The board packet is available online and the minutes will be published online after approval at the next month’s board meeting.

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Important details for Monday’s all-staff meeting

Welcome back to another exciting year for our agency as we are now “officially” Central Rivers AEA!   The purpose of this communication is to provide you with some important details as you prepare for Monday’s all-staff meeting at our … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Cell phone reimbursements 2017-2018

Cell phone reimbursement applications for the 2017-18 school year will be accepted now through September 15, 2017. The request form can be found on the Staff Website. Payment will be made to employees on September 29, 2017. Cell phone reimbursement … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Plan ahead when it comes to license renewal

Please remember to submit applications 6-8 weeks prior to an expiration date (or prior to when a new license is needed). Background checks can take 4-6 weeks, in addition to the time the Board of Educational Examiners office needs to … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Change in staff username/password to access digital resources

Due to our name change, there is a change in staff username/password to access our digital resources, such as any of the Iowa AEA Online resources, MackinVIA or Literary Reference Center.  Central Rivers staff username is now: crmedia. The password is: … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Reminder: FASTBridge K-6 Literacy Training Underway

The Department of Education is transitioning to a new statewide data system for K-6 literacy through FASTBridge Learning. To help school districts with this transition, comprehensive training via webinars and regional face-to-face meetings are being offered now through the end … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Important details for August 14 all-staff meeting

The August 14 all-staff meeting is quickly approaching and represents a great opportunity for us to learn, connect, and explore our new facility in Cedar Falls. Click here to see the schedule for the day as well as details for … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Clear Lake, Marshalltown, Cedar Falls office renovations nearing completion

On July 5, many of the year-round Cedar Falls-based staff began moving into our new digs at 1521 Technology Place. While the majority of staff are settling in, the print room will not be completed and ready until closer to … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

June expense reimbursement reminder

Expense reimbursements must be submitted and approved before July 10th to be eligible for payment. Requests for June mileage may be submitted for reimbursement after the last day worked in June.

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment