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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7:15am CDT

Access Granted: AI Hacks for ADA-Friendly Websites

Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT

Silver 3

Unlock the power of AI to create websites that are not only ADA-compliant but inclusive for all users. In this session, we’ll explore practical AI tools that make accessibility easier, faster, and more effective. Whether you're new to ADA compliance or looking to level up your skills, this session will empower you to build digital spaces that welcome everyone. We will learn about alt text for images, color combinations for readability, formatting suggestions for websites and more!

Session Resource

Speakers

Joy Harvey

Coordinator of Library Services, Lincoln Public Schools

Joy Harvey works with a dynamic team of leaders to provide resources, support, and coaching that empower school librarians to deliver meaningful and effective instruction. Passionate about digital literacy, she played a key role in developing and implementing digital citizenship instruction... Read More →

Emily Jacobs

Library Instructional Leader, Lincoln Public Schools

Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 3

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Library Media, Special Education
Tags Artificial Intelligence (AI), Assistive Technology, Creation/Design Tools, Library Media
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience Novice

1:15pm CDT

Breaking Barriers: Addressing Obstacles to Learning in K-12 Classrooms

Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT

Bronze 1

Barriers to learning such as emotional challenges, socioeconomic inequities, disabilities, language barriers, and lack of access to resources—can significantly hinder student engagement and success in K-12 classrooms. This session explores how educators can address these obstacles by implementing UDL principles and leveraging EdTech tools to create more equitable and inclusive learning environments. Let’s break down barriers and build a future where all learners can succeed!

Speakers

Peg Coover

Data Coordinator, ESU 10

I m a Teaching & Learning Coordinator at ESU 10, where I work with teachers and administrators in the areas of Educational Technology and Blended Learning. Prior to that I was a math and science teacher for 21 years! I recently served on the Board of Directors for the Nebraska Educational... Read More →

Jason Everett

Digital Learning Coordinator, ESU 10

Distance Learning and Blended Learning Coordinator at ESU 10 in Kearney, Nebraska.

Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 1

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Special Education, Teaching & Learning
Tags Assistive Technology, Social Emotional Learning
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All