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

How did I not Know this was Available?: EdTech Projects from the ESUCC

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

Silver 12

Discover how the Educational Service Unit Coordinating Council (ESUCC) is impacting Nebraska education through a myriad of statewide technology initiatives and professional learning opportunities that you may not have known were available. This session highlights the ESUCC's comprehensive services that enhance digital learning, PD, cybersecurity, and resource accessibility. Participants will leave with new resources, new-to-you tools, knowledge of free professional learning, and more.

Speakers

ESU Coordinating Council - Andrew Easton

Digital Learning Coordinator, ESU Coordinating Council

The Nebraska ESUCC was created in statute to coordinate the activities of Nebraska's 17 Educational Service Units. The ESUCC was created by LB 603 in 2007 and officially came into existence on July 1, 2008. The ESUCC shall work toward statewide coordination to provide the most cost-effective... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 12

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Administrative Planning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Leadership, Staff Development
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

10:15am CDT

Fostering Emotional Intelligence in the Digital Age

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Bronze 1

Understanding emotions is crucial for fostering meaningful connections in our tech-driven world. This session reveals the essential role of emotional intelligence in shaping our lives, particularly as technology impacts how we communicate and interact. We will explore how emotions influence decision-making, health, creativity, and relationships. The session highlights self-awareness and self-management as key skills for emotional intelligence to help navigate the complexities of modern life.

Speakers

Josie McDonnell

Social Emotional Learning Supervisor, Omaha Public Schools

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Education

Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Bronze 1

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Special Education, Teaching & Learning
Tags Classroom Management, Leadership, Social Emotional Learning, Staff Development
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

10:15am CDT

Security vs. Privacy in Education

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Silver 2

Privacy and security are both important aspects of cyber safety, but they are distinct concepts. Come and explore their similarities, differences, and how they apply in K-12.

Session Resource

Speakers

Darci Lindgren

Tech Coordinator/Secretary, Lindsay Holy Family/NETA

Technology Coordinator for Lindsay Holy Family School, NETA secretary, DigCit enthusiast

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 2

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Elementary, Higher Education
Tags Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship, Leadership
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

10:15am CDT

Fortinet Endpoint Detection and Response

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Bronze 3

Join us for a demo of FortiEDR UI, detection capabilities, forensic visibility, automation, and integration.

Speakers

Scott Kai

Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Bronze 3

Exhibitor Session

Strands that Match Administration/Leadership, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Cybersecurity, Higher Education, Information Technology (IT), Leadership
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

11:15am CDT

Begin Your AI Journey through a Free AI Transformation Review

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT

Bronze 2

Join us as we review a no-cost, 90-minute strategic session designed specifically for K-12 district leaders. This virtual readiness check, led by seasoned consultants from Advanced Learning Partnerships (ALP) and CDW, will explore the transformative opportunities and challenges of Generative AI in education. Our goal is to provide actionable insights that will help your district define and successfully scale AI-infused learning environments.

Speakers

Thomas Ashley

Education Strategist, CDW

I became a Technology Director over twenty-five years ago in Georgia after spending six years in the corporate world working in technology, leadership and training. I worked at Huntington County Schools in Indiana as Chief Technology Officer for over 20 years. I hold a bachelor’s... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 2

Exhibitor Session

Strands that Match Administration/Leadership, Tech Coordinators
Tags Administrative Planning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Emerging Technology, Leadership
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All