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Guidelines for use of Google Sites

The popularity of Google Sites has lead to an increase in sites authored by AEA 267 staff. The agency now has approved AEA 267 Google Sites Guidelines to ensure the appropriate use of this great tool both internally and with those … Continue reading

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Special request when cancelling reserved rooms in Cedar Falls

Please make special note to let Gus Delamore, Lead Maintenance, and Dyan Johnson, HR Secretary/Central Services Receptionist, know if you are cancelling a room you had previously reserved on the AEA 267 Cedar Falls campus, if the cancellation is within … Continue reading

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Friendly reminder about copyright

Copyright has become an important topic in recent years–especially for educators! A helpful guidebook has been created with answers to your most frequent questions.

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IMPORTANT: Final details for August 10 staff kick-off meeting

As the date of our all-staff kick-off meeting quickly approaches, please be aware of some final details to ensure a successful day. We are looking forward to seeing you! Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Coffee, water and light snacks will … Continue reading

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August Board of Directors meeting recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met at 6 p.m. on August 1, 2012 at the AEA 267 Cedar Falls Conference Center.  During the meeting, the board: Heard a program review from Dr. Jon McKenzie regarding EdInsight, a web-based statewide … Continue reading

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Change in procedure regarding snacks provided during professional development

Effective July 1, 2012, there will no longer be morning snacks and/or candy provided by AEA 267 for professional development offerings and/or meetings.  The cost of morning snacks and candy have been a tremendous expense which the agency can no … Continue reading

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Change in mileage “start point” calculation

A change in how mileage start points are calculated should ensure fair reimbursement for professional travel for staff in light of some new assignments. The contract states that the distance from an employee’s home to “the nearest assigned place of … Continue reading

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Mileage and other business office claims due soon

All mileage and expenses for July 1, 2011 thru June 30, 2012 must be submitted to the Business Office by Friday, July 5 to be paid on the July 13 mileage check.  Please contact Cindy Fry at 319- 268-7612 in the … Continue reading

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Summer office hours begin June 11

Summer has arrived and with the warm weather comes new office hours.  Beginning Monday, June 11, AEA 267 hours will be 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  These hours will stay in effect through August 10.  Enjoy your summer!

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And the survey says…

Over 1,200 educators responded to the 2011-12 AEA/DE Customer Feedback Survey this year. The graph below details the percentage of respondents who “strongly agree” or “agree” to each statement regarding AEA 267 services. Kudos to all of YOU for these … Continue reading

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June board meeting recap

The AEA 267 Board of Directors met June 6, 2012 at 6 p.m. in the AEA 267 Cedar Falls Conference Center for their regular meeting. During the meeting, the board: Heard a presentation by Dr. Carol Sensor and Greg Koppes … Continue reading

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Clarification for certified staff about contract length from HR

Please note the number of days on your contract is three days fewer for instructional staff and four days fewer for support staff. The Education Association requested and AEA 267 administration agreed to the contract reduction in days. This also … Continue reading

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Agency all-staff meeting coming soon!

If you haven’t already done so, please mark your calendar to attend the 2012 all-staff kick-off meeting on August 10 at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) campus. This exciting day will mark the first time … Continue reading

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FAQs regarding agency finances & more

On May 15, 16 & 17, Dr. Roark Horn, AEA 267 Chief Administrator, facilitated open forums with staff members regarding recent cuts to agency funding. (For those staff members who did not have an opportunity to attend, a recorded version … Continue reading

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