NETA 2025: Full Schedule

The NETA Board is excited to welcome you to a dynamic learning experience on May 1-2, 2025, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska.

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8:30am CDT

From Solo to Team: Building a School’s Social Media and Web Impact

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT

Silver 4

This session explores the journey from managing school social media and websites as a one-person task to developing a team of digital content creators. Learn practical strategies for engaging your school community, empowering staff and students to contribute, and building a lasting, impactful online presence. Ideal for those managing school or district digital communications.

Speakers

Janelle Gegg

Library Media Specialist, Hastings Senior High School

As an educator for 20+ years, I have learned a great deal from experience and others along the way. Being a media specialist provides the avenue to reach both students and educators so that we can make connections through tech, literature, and face to face interactions.

Terry Julian

Technology Facilitator, Hastings Public Schools/ CSTA Nebraska Huskers

I have long enjoyed helping teachers use technology, As a district technology facilitator, I am very thankful to now be able to do that on a daily basis.

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 4

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Elementary, Higher Education
Tags Creation/Design Tools, Social Networks, Staff Development
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

11:30am CDT

Maximizing conneCTION: A Comprehensive Workshop for Teachers on Digital Lesson Management and Sharing Strategies

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Bronze 1

Last spring, conneCTION debuted at NETA as an online platform for Computer Science
educators. Led by developer Ian Kollipara, this workshop oJers an in-depth exploration of
the platform. Learn to create compelling lessons, master advanced resource discovery,
engage with a statewide educator network, and seamlessly integrate conneCTION into your
classroom. Perfect for CS instructors at every experience level seeking to elevate their
teaching resources and connectivity.

Speakers

Ian Kollipara

Graduate Research Assistant, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Leen-Kiat Soh

Charles Bessey Professor, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 1

Mini Session

Strands that Match Computer Science, Teaching & Learning
Tags Career and Technical Education, Distance/Online Learning, Leadership, Social Networks
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

2:15pm CDT

Content Crushers: Students Creating for Your School’s Social Media

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT

Silver 12

Learn how our student team turned our school's social media into a dynamic and engaging platform. We'll share simple strategies and tools to help your students become 'Content Crushers,' creating real and engaging content. This session will show you how to guide students from ideas to posts, highlighting the benefits of student-led content. Help your students take charge of your school's online presence effectively.

Speakers

Heather Callihan

Technology Integration Specialist, Northwest Public Schools

Heather Callihan is the Technology Integration Specialist for Northwest Public Schools in Grand Island, Ne. Heather is currently the NETA Board president (@YourNETA), Common Sense Certified Educator and Ambassador. Heather has a passion for integrating technology in education. She... Read More →

Noah Journey

Business Educator, Northwest Public Schools

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 12

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Business, Cross Curriculum, Digital Citizenship, Social Networks
Grade Level Middle, Secondary
Target Audience All