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

Proactive MTSS That Moves: Powered by ScootPad

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

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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

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
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Concurrent Session

Company Elementary, Teaching & Learning
Audience Assessment, Classroom Management, High Ability/Gifted
Subject Elementary
Area All

10:15am CDT

Leveraging iPad Functionality to Increase Access for Students

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

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Did you know you can connect a mouse to an iPad? Or that a text in a photograph can be read aloud? This session will focus on ways the iPad can help make content accessible for students based on real-life situations encountered by students and staff in Omaha Public Schools.

Speakers

Colleen Collins

Special Education Assistive Technology Specialist, Omaha Public Schools

Shared Leveraging iPad Functionality pptx

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

Company Special Education, Teaching & Learning
Audience Apple Tools, Assistive Technology
Subject All Levels
Area Novice

11:15am CDT

Tap, Type, Transform: Tech-Powered Adventures

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

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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

Brenda Larabee

ELA 10-12 Teacher, Stuart High School/ Nebraska Writing Project

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

Company Teaching & Learning
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Creation/Design Tools, Cross Curriculum
Subject Elementary, Middle, Secondary, Higher Education
Area All

1:00pm CDT

Designing for Accessibility

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

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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

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
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Concurrent Session

Company Teaching & Learning
Audience Library Media, Multimedia
Subject All Levels
Area All

NETA 2026

7:15am CDT

Rick Meyer

10:15am CDT

Colleen Collins

11:15am CDT

Brenda Larabee

1:00pm CDT

Peg Coover

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