• Updates with Educational Services & Media

    Live documents, helpful resources and guides can be found on our staff website.

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  • What’s new with INspired Leadership?

    Microcredential incentive deadline is this month Central Rivers AEA is offering a $250 incentive to staff members who complete one leadership micro-credential focused on well-being by May 8, 2026. To learn more about microcredentials, review the Micro-credential Explanation document. To learn about and/or register for a microcredential you are interested in, choose and select: 1)…

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  • 2026-27 All-Staff Kick Off will be held on Wednesday, August 26

    Please save the date on your calendar for our All-Staff Kick Off on August 26, 2026. While we are still finalizing the official location and details, we look forward to this time of connection and preparation. Keep an eye on your inbox for a full schedule and official details coming soon!

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  • All Central Rivers AEA offices are closed on Monday, May 25

    All Central Rivers AEA offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Please update your voicemail and set an out-of-office email reply to let others know about the closure. Voicemail example: Hello, this is (your name). All Central Rivers AEA offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance…

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  • Condolences on the passing of David Giese, former board member

    We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of David Giese, former Central Rivers AEA Board member, who passed away on April 14 at the age of 84. David dedicated his career to education as a language arts and speech/theatre teacher in Mason City, where he was known for inspiring students, leading academic programs,…

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  • Digital accessibility matters: all CRAEA staff asked to complete short course by May 15

    At Central Rivers AEA, a primary aspect of our mission is to serve all students and educators with equity and excellence. Digital accessibility is a vital part of that commitment. It ensures that every individual, regardless of ability, can fully access and engage with the essential information and resources we provide. Meeting these requirements isn’t…

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  • Contract & notice of conditions signing process

    Central Rivers AEA will again be using Web Link to sign contracts and Notices of Conditions (NOCs). This process allows you to securely access, sign and store your documents for future reference. To help you navigate this new process, we’ve attached a step-by-step instruction guide and a video tutorial. Please review the instructions carefully, especially…

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  • 2026–2027 compensation & contract update

    We are pleased to share that during the April 1 Board meeting, the administration recommended the approval of employment contracts for the 2026–2027 school year. This update covers our four distinct employment groups: Certified, Classified, Non-Union Support Staff (NUSS), and Administrative staff. These agreements reflect our ongoing commitment to providing competitive compensation while maintaining the…

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