NETA 2026: Full Schedule

The NETA Board is excited to welcome you to a dynamic learning experience on April 30-May 1,2026, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska.

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7:15am CDT

Strong Security, Simple Sign-Ins: Student MFA with Clever

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

Silver 2

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

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 →

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 →

NETA 2026 Student MFA with Clever Presentation pdf

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

Concurrent Session

Company Tech Coordinators, Tech Integration Specialist
Audience Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), Systems Admin
Subject All Levels
Area All

10:15am CDT

Byte-Sized CS: Short Computer Science Activities

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Bronze 3

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

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

Concurrent Session

Company Computer Science
Audience Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship
Subject Middle, Secondary
Area All

10:15am CDT

Traditional Cyber Defenses are Being Bypassed Every Day: How To Defend Accordingly

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Silver 2

Endpoint, Firewall, and Email security tools have long been the cornerstone of cybersecurity strategies. However, today’s attackers are more advanced than ever, developing techniques to bypass these solutions with alarming ease. For K-12 schools, this leaves critical blind spots in network defenses, exposing students, staff, and sensitive data to potential cyberattacks. Join Lumu to learn how cybercriminals exploit blind spots in educational institutions, why visibility beyond endpoints is crucial for detecting and mitigating threats, and practical steps to enhance your security strategy.

Speakers

Andy Boell

Cybersecurity Specialist, Midwest Cyber

Andy Boell is the owner of Midwest Cyber, LLC, a cybersecurity consultancy specializing in K-12 school districts, SLTT organizations, small defense contractors, and small businesses. He holds a CISSP, Certified CMMC Professional, CompTIA Security+, and CETL credentials, along with... Read More →

2026 Traditional Cyber Defenses are Being Bypassed Every Day How To Defend Accordingly pptx

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 2

Concurrent Session

Company Network Systems
Audience Cybersecurity
Area Intermediate
NEW FIELD 1 Firewall

11:15am CDT

Compare/Contrast Phishing Training Platforms

Friday May 1, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT

Silver 2

Come and learn about several options for cyber security training programs that include phishing tests. Several well known and some new options for school will be discussed. Overview of features, pricing, and phishing simulation deployment will be covered.Slideshow is here: Canva Link

Speakers

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 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 2

Concurrent Session

Company Tech Coordinators
Audience Cybersecurity, Network Systems, Systems Admin
Subject All Levels
Area Advanced

NETA 2026

7:15am CDT

Carrie Nielsen

Shane Whitford

10:15am CDT

Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

10:15am CDT

Andy Boell

11:15am CDT

Darci Lindgren

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