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7:15am CDT

AI, AI Captain! Be a Captain of Innovation Using AI at Your Building!
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Argh! Students are using AI irresponsibly! Argh! Teachers aren't buying in to AI! Argh! There isn't an academic integrity policy at your school that includes AI! These are the most "popular" complaints that I hear on the daily. Learn solutions to these problems and more! Learn how to be an AI leader at your school and in your district!
Speakers
avatar for Dana Fontaine

Dana Fontaine

Librarian Media Specialist, Fremont Public Schools/Fremont High School
Dana is a 9-12 Librarian in Fremont, NE. She hosts many clubs in the Library, which includes a developing Makerspace. She loves to read. Dana does not believe her job is truly a job because she feels it is much too fun to be a job. She lives with her daughter Luna and a houseful of... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 7

7:15am CDT

Automate Your School Handbooks
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Come and see how to upload all your school handbooks and resource documents into a Gemini Gem or Notebook LM(FREE!) to create a searchable, focused reference for your school. How many days can Johnny be sick? What is the dress code for 6th graders? Just ask the Gem or Notebook. If your school has a google domain, this tool is available at no extra cost. Online Canva Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Darci Lindgren

Darci Lindgren

Technology Coordinator, [email protected]
Hi, I’m Mrs Lindgren. I’ve been working at Holy Family since 2001, and really enjoy rebuilding computers for our students and faculty to use. Teaching internet safety is one of my passions.
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 3

7:15am CDT

Proactive MTSS That Moves: Powered by ScootPad
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Ready to make MTSS proactive instead of reactive? Learn how ScootPad uses NWEA MAP data to create personalized Math and ELA paths that meet students where they are. See how adaptive learning, real-time insights, and student goal-setting can turn data into growth for every learner!
Speakers
avatar for Rick Meyer

Rick Meyer

Superintendent, Lakeview Community Schools/ Learning Explorer
I am currently the superintendent at Lakeview Community Schools.  I am a huge technology advocate and have a passion for creating a proactive MTSS system in all schools using tech tools and the power of people.
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Bronze 2

7:15am CDT

Strong Security, Simple Sign-Ins: Student MFA with Clever
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Discover how Clever MFA makes student account security simple and effective across all grade levels. Learn strategies for rolling out MFA in K–12 settings, with age-appropriate options, clear communication, and minimal classroom disruption. Hear real examples of schools using Clever MFA to meet mandates, simplify sign-ins, and prevent account breaches.
Speakers
avatar for Carrie Nielsen

Carrie Nielsen

Technology Integration Specialist, Diocese of Lincoln Schools
I serve as a Technology Integration Specialist for the Diocese of Lincoln, where I’ve spent the past eight years supporting 30 schools as they navigate and make the most of classroom technology. Before stepping into this role, I spent 18 years in the classroom teaching PE, Computers... Read More →
avatar for Shane Whitford

Shane Whitford

Software Specialist, Diocese of Lincoln Schools
Shane is an IT and instructional technology professional with nearly two decades of experience supporting schools and educators. He has served as a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and Master Trainer, as well as an Apple Learning Coach and Apple Learning Academy Specialist, with... Read More →

Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 2

7:15am CDT

Assistive Technology Playground with the ATP Education Team
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 2:00pm CDT
Assistive Technology Playground with the ATP Education Team
Step right up to the Supportive and Assistive Technology Playground! We have created a hands-on space where you can explore and play with tools that helps students access learning, communicate, and participate more fully in the classroom.


This isn’t a sit-and-listen session. It’s your chance to touch it, try it, and see it in action. Test out tools that support reading, writing, communication, access, and independence, and discover ideas you can take straight back to your classroom or IEP team.


At the playground you can:
·       Try tools that support reading and writing
·       Explore communication and AAC supports
·       Test switches, access tools, and alternative input
·       Get quick ideas for matching tools to student needs
·       Chat with AT specialists and ask all your “How would this work for my student?” questions


Whether you're AT-curious or AT-savvy, come wander through, try something new, and leave with ideas that can help students access, participate, and succeed.


Come play with us!

Speakers
KB

Kim Browen

Assistive Technology Specialist, NDE
Adaptive Tech 
Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 5

10:00am CDT

Makerspace
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Come explore the amazing NETA Makerspace, where you'll have a chance to get hands-on with coding, robotics, electronics, content creation, and paper circuitry! Showcase your creativity and problem-solving skills as you design the ultimate paper airplane. Join us for two days of fun, innovation, and a little friendly rivalry. We can't wait to see what you create!
Speakers
avatar for Jason Everett

Jason Everett

Digital Learning Coordinator, ESU10
Distance Learning and Blended Learning Coordinator at ESU 10 in Kearney, Nebraska.
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze Boardroom
  Makerspace

10:15am CDT

Apple Intelligence for Education: A New Era of Innovation
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Learn how a new era of innovation in education is here, transforming what leaders, educators, and students can do with Apple products — and what Apple products can do for them. This session is designed to help school leaders and educators navigate how Apple Intelligence fits into their school and learning environments privately and securely. Explore how Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates into system experiences and apps used every day, and how new tools such as Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Transcripts use personal context to deliver intelligence that’s useful and relevant, enhancing productivity and creativity.
Speakers
JO

Jeff Ochsner

System Engineer, Apple
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session

10:15am CDT

Bringing our Presentations to Life - Make Learning POP
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Learn how to utilize platforms like canva and genially to make our curriculum come to life for students. Looking at the teacher-friendly side of these sites to maximize our teaching!
Speakers
avatar for Jachob Wiedeburg

Jachob Wiedeburg

4th Grade & High Ability Learning Teacher, Sidney Public Schools
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 11

10:15am CDT

Byte-Sized CS: Short Computer Science Activities
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Dive into a collection of short (25-50-minute), engaging activities that I have found over the years. Spanning topics from cyber security to physical computing, digital citizenship, and more. We will introduce you to fun activities to aid your students' computer science journey.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

Computer Science Teacher/Esports Coach, Gretna Public Schools
Kimberly Ingraham-Beck is a high school Computer Science teacher at Gretna Public Schools with a background in music education, technology, and curriculum development. She holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and three master’s degrees... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Bronze 3

10:15am CDT

Creating Lessons Students Will Love: Techie Tools & Ideas to Engage
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Speakers
avatar for Jenna Krambeck-Reeh

Jenna Krambeck-Reeh

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Instructional Technology Facilitator at Papillion LaVista Community Schools, educator, learner, bookworm, techie, and NETA member of the Board of Directors.
3 things I am currently working on:
1. Creating engaging and individualized professional development for teachers 2. Finding ways to use technology to differentiate instruction for students 3. Embracing courage over comfort... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 7

10:15am CDT

Google Docs Glow-Up: Designing Dynamic Resources
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Newsflash: your laptop isn’t a typewriter. Bust out of the black-and-white Word Doc and learn to leverage Google Docs’ built-in features to create beautiful, multimodal resources that feel like mini-websites. This follow-along session will guide you through using tables and headings in fresh ways to build dynamic classroom calendars or library resource guides. You’ll walk out with a ready-to-use template and the inspiration to redesign all your newsletters, handouts, and training materials.
Speakers
MW

Michaela Weber

Media Specialist, Elkhorn North Ridge Middle School
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 8

10:15am CDT

Interactive by Design: Blending Tech, Apps and AI
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Discover how intentional technology integration—enhanced by AI—is transforming teaching and learning across high school classrooms and the library. Explore innovative library programs, cross-platform tools, and interactive classroom apps that boost engagement, accessibility, and collaboration. Learn how our district’s Technology Badging System motivates educators to explore, share, and celebrate digital innovation while expanding their use of AI-enhanced tools to support continuous growth.
Speakers
JM

Jeremy Mahoney

Technology Integration Specialist, Springfield Platteview Community Schools
Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 10

11:15am CDT

Apple: Integrating Creativity in the Classroom
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Creativity is critical to effective problem solving, analytical thinking, and collaboration. But it can be challenging to clearly define —much less cultivate — in the classroom. Join us to discuss best practices for integrating creativity into your school’s curriculum.
Speakers
JO

Jeff Ochsner

System Engineer, Apple
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session

11:15am CDT

Are You Ready Player One? The EPIC Rise of Esports in Nebraska!
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Step into the new frontier of education! This dynamic session provides middle and high school educators with a clear, actionable guide to the rapidly expanding world of esports and how it can be leveraged for student success in Nebraska. We’ll move past the stereotypes to focus on the tangible educational pathways emerging from competitive gaming.
Speakers
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 11

11:15am CDT

Beyond the Basics: Maximizing Google for Education
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Google for Education keeps growing — and so do the ways it can support your classroom. This session will highlight Google Classroom updates, share practical tips and tricks across Google tools, and showcase simple strategies that save time and enhance learning
Speakers
avatar for Heather Callihan

Heather Callihan

Technology Integration Specialist, Northwest Public Schools
Heather Callihan is the Technology Integration Specialist for Northwest Public Schools in Grand Island, Ne. Heather is currently the NETA Board president (@YourNETA), Common Sense Certified Educator and Ambassador. Heather has a passion for integrating technology in education. She... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 4

11:15am CDT

Canva-tastic Classrooms: Ignite Creativity & Engagement
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Expect simple demonstrations and plenty of time to ask anything. We will start with a few “simple wins” you can use right away, then shift to real classroom and workflow scenarios brought by participants. We will also talk about wise use, including when AI is worth using and when it is not, considering factors like accuracy, student privacy, and environmental impact.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Breitkreutz

Jessica Breitkreutz

PK-12 Media Specialist/District Technology Integration, Centennial Public School
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 7

11:15am CDT

Empower Scholars’ Modes of Communication with Google Tools
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
How can Google Workspace tools scaffold rigor for multilingual learners? In Tukwila SD (where 45%+ are MLLs), we align our tech tools with UDL strategies to support the four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This session reviews specific tools & features that provide multiple means of expression and representation. You'll hear powerful testimonies from our teachers and students, sharing how these Google scaffolds build access to rigorous learning for all scholars.
Speakers
avatar for Theren Hayes

Theren Hayes

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tukwila School District
I am a teacher on special assignment that supports the learning and application of technology tools to support instruction in classrooms. People should speak to me about products that support instruction for large group and small group work. People should speak to me about hardware... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 1

11:15am CDT

Tap, Type, Transform: Tech-Powered Adventures
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
What if students could move from surface-level thoughts to real insight? In this fast-paced, hands-on session, explore how simple tech tools ignite critical thinking, boost engagement, and guide students toward authentic self-realization. Discover easy-to-use strategies that turn “I’m done” into “Wait, I just realized something!” and help every learner tap, type, and transform their thinking.
Speakers
avatar for Brenda Larabee

Brenda Larabee

ELA 10-12 Teacher, Stuart High School/ Nebraska Writing Project
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 2

11:15am CDT

Total Request Live: The Ultimate Countdown of Adobe Express AI Tools
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Live from NETA…it’s TRL! Step into the studio for a countdown of the hottest AI features in Adobe Express. Just like chart-topping hits, we’re ranking the "Fan Favorite" tools that will have your students screaming with joy! Whether you’re a solo artist or part of a teaching supergroup, you’ll leave with a backstage pass to faster workflows and "World Premiere" ready materials. Join us to see what hits number one!

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Instructions on creating your account: fried.tech/hub-access


Speakers
avatar for Courtney Watson

Courtney Watson

Lead Learning Guide, friEdTech
Courtney is a Lead Learning Guide at friEdTechnology who is passionate about equipping all learners with the necessary tools to help them become successful and ensuring they have fun while learning. With twenty-plus years of experience, Courtney is a certified educator and trainer... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 1
  Featured Speaker

1:00pm CDT

Connect with Apple Education
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Connect with the Apple Education team at NETA at any time during the session.
We’ll discuss how schools are leveraging Apple devices in the classroom and answer any questions you might have.
Speakers
JO

Jeff Ochsner

System Engineer, Apple
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session

1:00pm CDT

Designing for Accessibility
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
In this session you will learn how thoughtful digital design can increase student understanding, improve attention, and meet web content accessibility guidelines. We will explore essential design elements, such as color, contrast, font, and layout, to create engaging, inclusive digital learning environments.

Session Resource
Speakers
avatar for Peg Coover

Peg Coover

Data Coordinator, ESU 10
I work at ESU 10 in Kearney as the Data Coordinator and this is my 13th year. In addition to my work with collecting data sets and creating data visualizations for our staff, I work with teachers and administrators in the areas of Educational Technology and UDL.  Prior to this role... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Bronze 2

1:00pm CDT

Drones in the K-12 classroom
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
As drones continue to grow in popularity and functionality, businesses are rapidly expanding their uses of unmanned aerial vehicles.  This session will provide an introduction to drone terminology, safety issues, legal concerns, legal requirements, faa regulations and drone options.
Speakers
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Bronze 1
  Concurrent Session

1:00pm CDT

Kai Bots. Not a question, it is the ANSWER!
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
A fresh way to unlock coding for all! Showing you a new an innovative way to learn to FAIL then SUCCEED with STEM! Kai Bots are for all ages!
Speakers
avatar for Mitzi Luedtke

Mitzi Luedtke

Tech Coordinator/Elem Tech Teacher, Humphrey Public Schools
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Bronze 3

1:00pm CDT

Less Grading, More Growing: How AI Shifted Focus to Student Ownership
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
What if your students took charge of their learning and you got your evenings back? I started using NotebookLM to create Mastery Notebooks that guide students through what mastery looks like for each unit. The results? I stopped assigning busywork and grading everything. Students became more independent, some reluctantly. This shift is about reclaiming time and increasing student ownership. This session explores how to build structure, promote mastery, and stop chasing kids for late work.
Speakers
avatar for Brock Rezny

Brock Rezny

Middle School Math and Science, Malcolm Public Schools
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 5

1:00pm CDT

Let’s Talk About AI: A Roundtable on Teaching, Ethics, and Experience
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Join an interactive roundtable where educators discuss how AI is transforming their classrooms. From lesson design to student accountability, participants will share successes, challenges, and questions about using AI in real learning environments. The goal is open conversation and collective problem-solving.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Gatewood

Kelly Gatewood

Instructional Design and Technology Professor, Keiser University
Hi,
My name is Kelly Gatewood. I have been active with NETA for 30+ years. My interests include instructional design for motivating student through technology use and events of instruction.

Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 4

1:00pm CDT

The last dance. Tips & tricks after 28 years of being a tech director.
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Learn some tips and tricks from 30+ years in the business as well as a Q&A along the way. Topics will range from planning, budgeting, hiring, saving time and money, trends, and possibly...how to keep your head above the water and survive in this business. This presentation will be like popcorn - It will pop here and there and all over the place and hopefully you will have something to take away.
Speakers
avatar for Noel Erskine

Noel Erskine

Technology Director, Norris School District 160
I am currently the technology coordinator for Norris School District. I also teach several technology classes for Doane University. I am passionate about working with educators to incorporate technology into the classroom. We are currently a Google Reference District and have been... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 2

1:00pm CDT

Maximize the Impact of Reading and Math Practice
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
What makes reading practice truly purposeful? And how can you support your educators inbuilding opportunities for purposeful practice into daily instruction? We'll explore the tools educators need to create engaging learningexperiences where students develop not just the mechanics of reading but also anappreciation for the written word.

Speakers
avatar for Chastity Thompson

Chastity Thompson

Account Manager, Renaissance
Renaissance
As a global leader in assessment, reading, and math solutions for pre-K–12 schools and districts, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. Renaissance solutions reac... Read More →
Exhibitors
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Renaissance Learning

Renaissance
Renaissance is a global leader in assessment, reading, math, and early literacy solutions for pre-K–12 schools and districts. We are committed to providing educators with resources to help students build a strong foundation for success. Our portfolio includes solutions for assessment... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 8
 

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