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

Top 10 Tech Tools for 2026

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

Silver 12

Dive into a curated selection of some of the best tools to use this school year! Attendees will gain valuable insights into how these tools can be seamlessly integrated into various teaching contexts to foster student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.

Speakers

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 →

Thursday April 30, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 12

Concurrent Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Creation/Design Tools, Intermediate Elementary (3rd-5th), Secondary (9th-12th)
Subject Elementary, Middle, Secondary, Higher Education
Area All

11:15am CDT

AI and the Art of Teaching Writing to Humans

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

Silver 12

How should we teach writing when AI can now write for students? This session invites participants to explore that question through research, reflection, and hands-on practice. Educators will leave with one concrete policy, practice, or tool to immediately refine their approach to writing instruction in an AI-infused world. The session begins with a reflective writing warm-up, followed by discussion and a three-part framework for developing effective AI policies.

Speakers

Adam Sparks

Evi Wusk

Assistant Professor of Education, Nebraska Wesleyan University

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

Concurrent Session

Company Higher Education, Teaching & Learning
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Higher Education, Language Arts
Subject Middle, Secondary, Higher Education
Area All

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

Life Hacks: 10+ Ways to Save Time with Technology

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

Silver 12

Work smarter, not harder! In this fast-paced session, teachers will discover 10+ tech tools and shortcuts that save time, streamline tasks, and reduce daily stress. From organizing your digital life to automating repetitive tasks, you'll walk away with practical strategies that make teaching more efficient.

Speakers

Jenna Krambeck-Reeh

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Papillion La Vista Community Schools

Thursday April 30, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
Silver 12

Concurrent Session

Company Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Canva, Classroom Management, Google Suite
Subject All Levels
Area All

3:45pm CDT

Mic Drop: The 45-Second App Smackdown

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

Silver 12

Think you have the ultimate classroom tool? The clock is ticking, and the stage is yours! Join us for the most high-octane session at NETA 2026, where we’re turning the traditional presentation on its head and remixing the way we share EdTech favorites.
In this fast-paced "App Smackdown," educators have exactly 45 seconds to pitch their most indispensable app or website in an upbeat, elevator-style speech. No fluff, no filler—just the "greatest hits" that actually work in the K-12 classroom.
Once the final mic has dropped, the power shifts to the crowd. The audience will vote to crown the 2026 App Smackdown Champion. Whether you’re here to pitch your favorite tool or just to build your ultimate teacher playlist, you’ll leave with a rapid-fire list of innovations to remix in your classroom.

Speakers

Lisa Bohaty

Kyleigh Kumm

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT
Silver 12

Concurrent Session

Company Teaching & Learning

7:15am CDT

Gemini in Classroom

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

Silver 12

With Gemini in Classroom, you have access to powerful tools at your fingertips. From planning to creating instructional materials and assessments, Gemini in Classroom makes it easy to go from idea to first draft. You can generate resources based on your grade level, topic or learning objective. All without leaving Classroom. Come see what Gemini in Classroom can do for you!

Resources

Speakers

Mickie Mueller

Educational Technology Consultant

With over three decades of experience in education, Mickie specializes in creating engaging, relevant professional development for teachers. She has a passion for educational technology and can break down any tool so that teachers can understand immediately how to get the most out... Read More →

Friday May 1, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 12

Featured Speaker

10:15am CDT

AI: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

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

Silver 12

In this session we are going to cut through the AI hype and talk about what teachers really need to know when it comes to artificial intelligence. While AI has made our lives easier, that comes at a price. Are we really, thoughtfully considering the bad and the ugly of AI? Or are we just focusing on the good? This session will give you lots to think about!

Resources

Speakers

Mickie Mueller

Educational Technology Consultant

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 12

Featured Speaker

11:15am CDT

Lights, Camera, Lesson! Creating with Google Vids

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

Silver 12

Google Vids is the simple video editing tool you’ve been searching for! With Vids’ familiar and intuitive interface, you and your students will be creating videos in no time. This session will cover all the Vids options, from recording yourself or your screen to converting your slides into videos to starting with a beautifully designed template. Google Vids will have you and your students creating and remixing like master video editors!

Resources

Speakers

Mickie Mueller

Educational Technology Consultant

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

Featured Speaker

1:00pm CDT

Vibe Coding 101

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

Silver 12

Have you ever needed a simple review game for your students but just can’t find the right one? Or the game that you do find is filled with ads? Why not try coding your own review game using AI! Vibe coding allows anyone to create applications by describing ideas in natural language. During this session you will be able to get your vibe on as you try building applications using popular, free chatbots like Canva AI, Gemini, ChatGPT and Claude. Come with your ideas and be ready to vibe!

Resources

Speakers

Mickie Mueller

Educational Technology Consultant

Friday May 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 12

Featured Speaker

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