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

Automate Your School Handbooks

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

Silver 3

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

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

Concurrent Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Coordinators
Audience Administrative Planning, Google Suite
Subject All Levels
Area All

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

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

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

Silver 2

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

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

Concurrent Session

Company Tech Coordinators
Audience Administrative Planning, Staff Development, Systems Admin, Technical Issues
Subject All Levels
Area All

NETA 2026

7:15am CDT

Darci Lindgren

7:15am CDT

Carrie Nielsen

Shane Whitford

11:15am CDT

Darci Lindgren

1:00pm CDT

Noel Erskine

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