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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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Friday, May 2
 

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!

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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 →
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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)

7:15am CDT

Artificial Intelligence and Imagination: DAP for Early Childhood
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 10
There is nothing more complex and expansive than a young child’s imagination. Educators will learn how to harness the power of AI to help support the development of imagination and play skills by making students’ thinking visual, through a variety of tech modalities, specifically Canva and ChatGPT. AI has the ability to represent fanciful and intricate play schemas, and support the documentation of cognitive development through visual representation. ISTE (2.5a -2.5c; 2.6a-b; 2.6d; 2.7a-b).
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Emma Bonacci

Omaha Public Schools
Augmented Reality, Equity in Education, Kindergarten, Instagram, iPhonography, Writing Workshop.
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 10
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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.

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Josie McDonnell

Social Emotional Learning Supervisor, Omaha Public Schools
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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)

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!

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Peg Coover

Data Coordinator, ESU 10
I work at ESU 10 in Kearney as the Data Coordinator and this is my 12th year. In addition to my work with collecting data sets and creating data visualizations for our staff, I work with teachers and administrators in the areas of Educational Technology and UDL.  Prior to this role... Read More →
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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)
 
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