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

10:15am CDT

Google Admin Console Best Practices - Round Table Discussion

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

Silver 3

In this session, three Google Admin Certified Administrators will share their best practices for managing Google Admin Console policies in schools. Topics will include user management, device management, Google Workspace apps, and more. The panel will provide actionable advice on what to implement—and what to avoid—to help you maintain a secure and efficient Google domain for your students and staff. Gain valuable tips and tricks to ensure your domain remains healthy, safe, and well-organized.

Speakers

Nathan Gartner

Technology Coordinator, Wood River Rural Schools

Brian Gibson

Technology Coordinator, Northwest Public Schools

I have been a Technology Coordinator for 26 years—eight years at Centura and 18 years at Northwest High School in Grand Island. In this role, I have developed a deep understanding of PowerSchool and state reporting. I specialize in managing Google Admin Console and its suite of... Read More →

Jason Harris

Systems Coordinator, Elkhorn Public Schools

Jason has been fixing computers since he was in middle school. He has worked in technology at the Higher Ed and K-12 levels along with a few private-sector stops along the way.

Gary Warner

Technology Director, Adams Central Public Schools

Google admin, Star Wars, Star Trek, Geek stuff, Motorcycling, Why the sky is blue. Why is there 8 hot dogs but can only buy 10 buns at a time. Why does everything taste like chicken? The cave man did not have chickens, what did he call it? Why does someone believe you when you say... Read More →

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

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Tech Coordinators
Tags Conversation, Google Admin, Systems Admin
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

11:15am CDT

Tech Coordinator Meeting

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

Silver 3

Tech Coordinator Meeting

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 3

Meeting

1:15pm CDT

The Need for Password Management Tools in Schools

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

Silver 3

Adults and students alike have created a habit of reusing the same password for every account simply because they don't have access to a password manager. This habit leads to identity theft among other issues.

Come learn the current cyber security threats and how ESU 7 is helping schools deploy Lastpass statewide to overcome this issue.

Session Resource

Speakers

Dan Ellsworth

Network Operations Director, ESU 7

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

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Computer Science, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship, Information Technology (IT)
Grade Level Middle, Secondary, Higher Education
Target Audience Novice