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.

10:15am CDT

Is Your School Secure? A Real-Time Cyber Risk Analysis with Tech Director Dave Huryta from Ravenna Public Schools

Thursday April 30, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Silver 3

With the rapid advancement of technology and artificial intelligence (AI), the risks and threats of cyberattacks are escalating. Network vulnerabilities increasingly expose your school, students, and staff to potential dangers. Join us for a live demonstration and analysis session with Tech Director Dave Huryta from Ravenna Public Schools to uncover the financial risks associated with inadequate proactive cybersecurity measures. Our cutting-edge technology will highlight the specific actions you can take today to minimize these potential impacts.

Speakers

Hamilton Business Technologies

Ryan Wineteer

Thursday April 30, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company Administration/Leadership, Tech Coordinators
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Technical Issues
Subject All Levels
Area All

11:15am CDT

AI for Multilingual Transcription, Translation & Summarization

Thursday April 30, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT

Silver 3

With Vurbo.ai, every spoken word becomes a searchable, multilingual transcript that you can share and organize effortlessly. Teachers can transcribe lessons, group activities, and student interactions in real time—while translating conversations on the fly for multilingual learners. Plus, Vurbo.ai creates summaries and key points from transcripts, helping educators streamline lesson reviews and classroom workflows.

Speakers

Yang IPEVO

[email protected], Sales Director

Exhibitors

Computer Hardware

We’re a team that loves helping people, schools, and businesses feel comfortable with technology. From hardware to software and everything in between, we focus on making things simpler and building real connections along the way. At the end of the day, we’re just people who care... Read More →

Thursday April 30, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Coordinators
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Conversation, Distance/Online Learning, World Languages
Subject Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, Secondary
Area All

1:00pm CDT

From AI Evaluation to Implementation: Marian High School's Brisk Teaching Story

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Bronze 1

Discover how Marian High School evaluated and implemented Brisk's AI tools to reduce teacher workload and enhance student learning. Director of Technology, Bruce Moore, will share their systematic evaluation process, why they selected Brisk Teaching, and the positive impact Brisk has had on their staff and students. Attendees will see live demonstrations of Brisk's AI-powered tools for feedback, differentiation, and administrative tasks, plus learn practical strategies for bringing similar solutions to their own districts.

Speakers

Pete Brunetta

Bronze Level Sponsorship, Brisk Teaching

Bruce Moore

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Bronze 1

Exhibitor Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Google Suite, Information Technology (IT), Secondary (9th-12th)
Subject Secondary, All Levels
Area All

1:00pm CDT

Transform Your Network in One Summer!

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Silver 3

Cisco is helping our customers transform connectivity, security and management for K-12 schools. Find out how two districts upgraded in a single summer! This session will spotlight real-world deployments in the Omaha area, featuring Westside Schools. Whether you’re exploring cloud or on-premises networking, this session offers practical insights and lessons learned from local schools. Join us for an interactive discussion on best practices for connecting K-12 communities.

Speakers

Matt Lee

Director of Technology, Westside

Craig Stork

Solutions Engineer, Cisco

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company All LevelsTech Coordinators, Tech Integration Specialist Artificial Intelligence (AI), Network Systems, Systems Admin, Technical Issues All Levels Intermediate
Audience Intermediate
Subject Designer
Area No

1:00pm CDT

What's New to Google for Education

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Silver 12

We will dive into the newest updates across the Google ecosystem, focusing on how Gemini and NotebookLM are redefining research and creativity for students and teachers alike. You will also get a first look at the most recent productivity enhancements within Google Workspace and the latest hardware and management features for Chromebooks. This session is designed to give you a clear, concise roadmap of Google’s newest tools so you can start using them to enhance learning immediately.

Speakers

Reeder Google

[email protected], Program Manager

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 12

Exhibitor Session

Company Learner, Leader, Collaborator, Facilitator
Audience All
Subject Elementary, Middle, Secondary
Area All

2:45pm CDT

Building Secure, Reliable AI-Ready Networks for Lean IT Teams

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT

Silver 11

Today’s K-12 networks must support AI-driven learning and Zero Trust security without demanding an army of engineers. Join Arista Networks to see how Nebraska districts leverage industry-low CVEs and "hitless" upgrades to eliminate downtime and weekend maintenance. We’ll dive into how cloud-native NAC (AGNI) simplifies student onboarding and why a single-OS approach allows a small IT team to manage a district of 20,000+ students. The future of K-12 is invisible networking.

Sponsors

Kathy Higgins, Arista Networks

Bronze Level Sponsorship, Arista Networks

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Silver 11

Exhibitor Session

Company Arista
Audience Information Technology (IT)
Area Intermediate, All

2:45pm CDT

Empowering K–12 with Modern AV, Safety, and Classroom Technology

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT

Silver 3

Discover K–12 learning through intelligent, Connected AV solutions designed to enhance instruction, communication, and school safety. This session explores how Q-SYS powers seamless automation, classroom voice-lift systems, short-throw projection, and user-friendly control.Highlights Atlas IPX network-based intercom and paging systems for emergency alerts, daily communication, districtwide coordination.From gymnasium sound systems to wireless mics, theatrical audio/visual, and stage set ups.

Speakers

Kyle Holmgren

High Point Networks

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company Administration/Leadership, Tech Integration Specialist
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Career and Technical Education, Emerging Technology, Information Technology (IT)
Subject All Levels
Area All

2:45pm CDT

Safeguard Systems, Strengthen Budgets: ClassLink for Tech Teams

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT

Silver 8

In an era of tight budgets and rising cybersecurity demands, Nebraska districts need solutions that protect both their data and their dollars. Join a panel of Nebraska tech leaders as they share how ClassLink helps streamline access management, secure logins, and simplify rostering—all while maximizing existing resources.

Speakers

Greg Schwanke

Technology Director, Gretna Public Schools

Joshua G Jerome

Technology Director / President, Ogallala Public Schools / CoSNE

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Education:
- Jefferson High School - Edge... Read More →

Anu Jokinen

[email protected], Senior Director of Instructional Technology

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Silver 8

Exhibitor Session

Company Administration/Leadership, Tech Coordinators
Audience Administrative Planning, Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), Technical Issues
Subject All Levels
Area All

2:45pm CDT

Seconds to Chaos: Aftermath of a Breach and How to Stop the Next One

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT

Silver 2

A breach doesn’t give you warning, it detonates. We’ll walk through a real cyber incident at a local school district and examine how a few minutes of disruption spiraled into days of operational headaches. Then we'll break down the core components of a cybersecurity incident response plan that every district should have in place. We’ll close with a clear look at how K-12 environments can gain visibility, control and the integrated defenses needed to contain and prevent cyber threats.

Speakers

Troy DeHaven

Director of Technology, Kearney Public Schools

David Reinert

Sales Engineer, Fortinet

Exhibitors

Fortinet- Stephanie Cavigliano

Fortinet

Stephanie Cavigliano

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Silver 2

Exhibitor Session

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

2:45pm CDT

Understanding Bad Behavior in the Digital and the Physical World

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT

Bronze 1

Today’s school risks rarely live in one place. Online behavior, access logs, email activity, and campus security systems often tell parts of the same story — but districts rarely see the full picture. This session explores how schools can unify digital and physical safety signals to identify risk earlier, respond faster, and protect students and staff without compromising privacy.

Speakers

John Eden

Carrier Access

Exhibitors

Carrier Access IT- Hailey Nesset

Carrier Access IT

Hailey Nesset

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Bronze 1

Exhibitor Session, Technology Directors and Administrators

Company All Levels, Administration/Leadership
Audience Information Technology (IT)
Area All

3:45pm CDT

Engaging students in and out of the classroom w/ Newline Signage Pro"

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT

Bronze 2

Come see what Newline can do to help maximize student engagement, community involvement, and awareness using your existing displays. We will be exploring signage use, advancements in display technology, and new ways to break down language barriers in your classrooms.

Speakers

Randy Hinrichs

G Lake

Regional Sales manager, Newline Interactive/ Computer Hardware

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bronze 2

Exhibitor Session

Company Library Media, Teaching & Learning
Audience Assistive Technology, Conversation, Language Arts, Multimedia
Subject All Levels
Area Intermediate

3:45pm CDT

Stop doing your technology in a silo! Find the right partner.....

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT

Silver 3

Today's AV can not be designed, deployed or managed in a silo. Come and explore how today's AV solutions can easily be tied together and help your school save a bundle. We'll look at how various essential tools such as intercoms, signage, security, communications and even classroom tools can all seemlessly work together. Don't build your district technology in a silo. Build a cohesive solution and save a fortune.

Speakers

Dustin Frank

[email protected], Education Consultant

Foster KCAV-Kansas City Audio Visual

Exhibitors

KCAV

Educational Consultant, KCAV

For 70 years, KCAV has offered innovative audiovisual solutions throughout the Midwest. While technology has definitely changed since 1953, our commitment to the customer has not. We still serve business, education, government and religious markets with audiovisual sales, design, ins... Read More →

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Coordinators
Audience Emerging Technology, Information Technology (IT)
Subject All Levels
Area All

10:15am CDT

Cybersecurity For K-12: A Guide To Avoid Classroom Disruption

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

Bronze 1

Cybersecurity incidents pose a growing threat to K-12 classrooms. Despite the numerous benefits technology has brought to education, third-party online services introduce risks such as identity theft and an education held hostage for ransom. Traditional cybersecurity measures are proving insufficient against the latest threats. This session delves into the evolving cyber threat landscape targeting K-12 institutions, highlighting how attackers circumvent common defenses.

Speakers

Jeffret Wheat

CTO, Lumu Technologies

Jeffrey Wheat is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in protecting organizations from sophisticated threats. As CTO at Lumu Technologies, Jeff specializes in strategically implementing continuous compromise assessment, providing deep insights into network vulnerabilities... Read More →

Exhibitors

Lumu Technologies

Carolina Andrade

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

Exhibitor Session

Company LUMU
Audience Information Technology (IT)
Subject All Levels

10:15am CDT

Improving communication and security across your building/district.

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

Silver 3

Come and see how educators are improving daily and emergency communications with technology. At this session we will demonstrate the capabilities of AtlasIED IP Speakers and Singlewire InformaCast software. Participants in this session will learn practical ways to use technology that support the “Standard Response Protocol” and improve communications across the building, the campus and the organization.

Speakers

Dustin Frank

[email protected], Education Consultant

Foster KCAV-Kansas City Audio Visual

Exhibitors

KCAV

Educational Consultant, KCAV

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 3

Exhibitor Session

Company All Levels
Audience All
Subject Designer, Facilitator
Area No

1:00pm CDT

Maximize the Impact of Reading and Math Practice

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

Silver 8

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

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

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

Exhibitor Session

Company Renaissance
Audience Primary Elementary (Pre K-2nd), reading
Subject Elementary
Area All

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