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Summer hours begin June 10

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

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Important information about BOEE Expiring Licenses (Certified/Licensed staff)

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

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Recap of June board meeting

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.

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The culture audit results are in!

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

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All-Region meeting is May 22

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

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Central Rivers AEA retirement celebration

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

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Complete your benefits enrollment before May 12.

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

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Get to know your Central Rivers AEA board members!

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

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New board policy on drug and alcohol testing approved in April

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

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Friendly reminders about dress code for work

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

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