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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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What is Contact Manager and how can I use it to target email communication?

Contact Manager is a tool created to allow staff to send email messages for targeted groups of educators. The system uses data collected and housed in the Central Rivers AEA Lending Library system (Medianet). This is a great tool for … Continue reading

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Mandatory Suicide Prevention and Postvention and ACES trainings

Starting July 1, 2019 Central Rivers AEA staff who hold a license, certificate, authorization, or statement of recognition issued by the Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) and who have regular contact with students in kindergarten through grade 12 must complete … Continue reading

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