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Traditional organizational charts often depict the hierarchy of an organization but fail to depict the vital role that every employee plays in the organization. Last month, Ad Cabinet took another shot at our traditional organizational chart and created a second … Continue reading →

Several staff members recently participated in CPR training to ensure each location has people ready to assist in the event of an emergency. Shout out to Carolyn Wanatee and Larry Wylie in the Marshalltown offices and Dr. Carol Sensor, Laura … Continue reading →

Iowa’s AEAs bestow three awards annually to outstanding candidates for their contributions to education and the work of Iowa’s AEAs. These awards are the Friend of the AEA Award, E. Robert Stephens Award, and the Innovative Creator Award. Further details … Continue reading →

The board of directors approved the office calendar for 2019-20 at their January meeting. The calendar contains the required 260 workdays and lists holidays and office closed days for the school year and can be found on the staff website … Continue reading →

The Culture & Climate Committee has created another round of bingo challenges for January through May. New cards were distributed at the December regional meetings and can also be downloaded from the portal. Be sure to submit your January Bingo … Continue reading →

In the past couple days, the agency has received several fraudulent emails pertaining to direct deposit/banking information requests.  Please be careful when communicating any personal or sensitive business information via email. Emails may appear to be sent from valid accounts … Continue reading →

It’s hard to believe that it’s time once again for what’s quickly becoming an annual tradition. The Ugly Christmas Sweater competition will be held on December 19 for Rivers Hills staff and December 20 for all others. Separate contests will … Continue reading →

Hats off to the Marshalltown staff who worked together to make blankets for families impacted by tornado damage. Many children and families will be warmer this winter because of your efforts. Amazing!  

The Climate & Culture Committee wishes to thank staff for participating in the Crazy Sock Day!  Overall, Central Rivers AEA raised $746.00 in donations to be given to the House of Compassion in Marshalltown.  The Clear Lake office staff raised … Continue reading →