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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.
Audience: Information Technology (IT) clear filter
Thursday, May 1
 

8:30am CDT

An Affordable Platform to Meet K12's Cybersecurity and Teaching Needs
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
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Nebraska schools need more than content filtering—they require a budget-friendly solution addressing cybersecurity, classroom management, and student learning.

iboss and ByteSpeed provide a unified, E-Rate eligible platform tailored for K12 districts, offering tools like content filtering, classroom management, AI-driven security, and parent portals.

Join us for a practical session on affordable, all-in-one solutions that protect schools and prioritize education.
Speakers
avatar for Tyler Bussmann

Tyler Bussmann

Territory Manager, ByteSpeed
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Justin Plumhoff

Account Executive, iboss
Justin Plumhoff is an Account Executive at iboss, specializing in cybersecurity and student safety solutions for K-12 education. Passionate about protecting schools from cyber threats, Justin is dedicated to ensuring students access safe and productive digital learning environments... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
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  Exhibitor Session

8:30am CDT

Explore Best Practices Using the Newline Interactive Panels
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
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This session will explore best practices for using interactive flat panels (IFPs) to enhance student engagement in a safe and secure learning environment. Attendees will learn how to incorporate IFPs into classroom activities that promote collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, while prioritizing data privacy and student safety. Topics will include configuring secure access controls, managing shared content, and using educational apps that comply with privacy standards.
Speakers
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RH

Randy Hinrichs

K-12 sales and Lenovo authorized warranty, COMPUTER HARDWARE INC.
Computer Hardware is Nebraska's largest educations sales & service provider. We are service warranty providers for Apple and Lenovo. With direct partnerships with Epson, Lenovo, Apple, Higher Ground Bags, D-Link, Luxor Carts and more.
GA
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor Session

1:15pm CDT

After the Breach: A Ransomware Panel Discussion for Small Schools
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 2
A presentation and panel discussion going over a recent ransomware incident in the northeast corner of the state from a collection of people involved with the incident response and recovery efforts. Topics covered will include: interactions with insurance, working with an external incident response team, lessons learned, etc.
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Contreras
CE
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 2
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

1:15pm CDT

Technology Coordinators: Current Issues Discussion
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 3
This is an audience generated discussion with your peers about
topics that are currently of concern to Technology Coordinators. Share your
problems and we will all share our solutions. See what's on the collective minds
of Nebraska's Technology Coordinators, because sometimes you don't know in
December what will be important in March.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Bauman

Adam Bauman

Director of Technology, School District 145 - Waverly
avatar for Lloyd Sommerer

Lloyd Sommerer

Coordinator of Technology, Lincoln Lutheran
Lloyd Sommerer is a middle/high school teacher who likes math, physics, baseball, programming, building websites, reading books, growing beards, the sauce of the picante and points where these things intersect.
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 3
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)   Mini Session

2:15pm CDT

I’m Teaching CS, Now What?
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 9
Feeling overwhelmed by the new Nebraska Computer Science standards? Join this session to learn practical strategies for implementing effective CS curricula, engaging students, and leveraging valuable resources. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this session will provide you with the tools and knowledge to inspire the next generation of computer scientists.
Speakers
KI

Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

Teacher, Gretna High School
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

2:15pm CDT

From Paper to Progress: Unlocking the Power of Digitized Documents
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Bronze 2
Are paper-heavy processes slowing your team down? Whether you manage technology, oversee budgets, or handle daily operations, this session explores how digital transformation can help. Learn how to protect vital records, streamline workflows, and reduce inefficiencies using modern technologies and practices. Walk away with actionable insights to save time, cut risks, and make work easier for everyone in your office.
Speakers
RD
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
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  Exhibitor Session

2:15pm CDT

Managing the Firewall Lifecycle
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
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Managing the firewall lifecycle is essential for maintaining strong network security and protecting an organization’s assets from potential threats. This process begins with strategic planning, where security requirements are identified based on business goals, data sensitivity, and industry regulations. Organizations must evaluate their options—whether deploying hardware, software, or cloud-based firewalls—and outline initial security policies that define rules for inbound and outbound traffic.
Speakers
JB
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor Session

3:15pm CDT

Building the Future Layer by Layer with 3D Printing
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 3
This session will guide IT admins through integrating 3D printing in the classroom, covering printer selection, Networking, software management, and troubleshooting. We will discuss setup, supporting teachers and students to ensure smooth operation. Attendees will gain the tools and knowledge needed to maintain efficient 3D printing workflows, empowering educators to enhance learning with this innovative technology. This is an interactive session.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Bauman

Adam Bauman

Director of Technology, School District 145 - Waverly
avatar for Chris Keller

Chris Keller

IT Specialist, School District 145 - Waverly
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Susan Riddle

Technical/Network Support, School District 145 - Waverly
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 3
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

3:15pm CDT

NCNE Cybersecurity Framework
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 2
The NCNE Cybersecurity Framework divides CIS Controls into 10 tiers: Tiers 1–4 for IG1, 5–7 for IG2, and 8–10 for IG3. This structure simplifies implementation, helping organizations tackle cybersecurity challenges incrementally. The presentation will showcase this approach and its practical benefits for improving cybersecurity readiness.
Speakers
avatar for Andy Boell

Andy Boell

Cybersecurity Director, Nebraska Cybersecurity Network for Education
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 2
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

3:15pm CDT

Projecting Possibilities
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bronze 2
Explore the use of projection in education outside of the classroom
Speakers
avatar for Epson America, Inc. - John Harris

Epson America, Inc. - John Harris

Education Account Representative, Epson America, Inc.
A leader in display solutions, Epson continues to drive the future of projection technology with its full suite of laser projectors and displays. Featuring lamp-free, long-life, laser light engines, Epson laser solutions achieve new levels of performance and reliability.Epson’s... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
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  Exhibitor Session

4:15pm CDT

Crafting Effective RFPs: Getting the Right Solutions for Your School
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
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This session focuses on guiding education technology professionals in designing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) that attract accurate, comparable responses from vendors. Attendees will learn how to structure clear, detailed RFPs that align with their school’s unique needs, ensure a fair evaluation process, and elicit meaningful vendor responses that simplify decision-making.
Speakers
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Adam Jurgens

New Business Developer, Hamilton Information Systems
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
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  Exhibitor Session

4:15pm CDT

Wi-Fi 7 Infrastructure Planning: A Practical Guide for K-12
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Wi-Fi 7 promises transformative capabilities that require careful infrastructure planning. This technical session cuts through the marketing hype to deliver practical insights on implementing Wi-Fi 7 in education, including critical considerations for power requirements, switching infrastructure, and spectrum management.  We'll explore the 6 GHz landscape, regulatory requirements, and security considerations while providing actionable strategies for managing the coexistence of legacy devices.
Speakers
avatar for SmartWAVE Technologies - Joe De Bauche

SmartWAVE Technologies - Joe De Bauche

SmartWAVE Technologies
SmartWAVE Technologies is a leading “wireless” centric systems integrator, that provides planning, design, installation and integration of wireless networks, along with the unique applications these networks support. With a staff of seasoned IT professionals, our team members... Read More →
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John Murphy

Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Ruckus Networks
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor Session
 
Friday, May 2
 

7:15am CDT

EPS and the Crusade for Modern Management of Windows Devices
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 2
Let's review Elkhorn's journey from legacy management of their windows devices to modern management as they replaced staff devices this spring. What new technology or features did they enable and what pitfalls did they find along the way?
Speakers
avatar for Jason Harris

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.
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 2
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

7:15am CDT

Unlock the Power of IAM: Streamline, Secure, & Simplify with ClassLink
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
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Ready to take your identity management to the next level? In this session, we’ll show you how ClassLink’s advanced tools can help you streamline user access, boost security, and save time—without the tech headache. Discover how to automate user onboarding and offboarding, manage roles with ease, and create a smooth, secure login experience for everyone. We’ll walk you through cool tips for integrating with apps, so your staff and students get the best of both worlds: simplicity and security.
Speakers
avatar for ClassLink - Anu Jokinen

ClassLink - Anu Jokinen

Senior Director of Instructional Technology, ClassLink
ClassLink is a global education provider of identity, access and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on... Read More →
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
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  Exhibitor Session

10:15am CDT

Combatting Today’s Security Concerns in Schools
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
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Today, schools face an ever-growing list of security concerns, and many struggle to keep up. Keeping building access points secured, proactively monitoring for suspicious behavior or bullying, and ensuring campuses are safe overnight and on weekends are just a few things school districts have to juggle to prioritize student and staff safety. In this panel, we will discuss all the common issues schools across the country face and what can be done to combat them.
Speakers
MO
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Bronze 2
  Exhibitor Session

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

1:15pm CDT

Cybersecurity Tips for Teachers
Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 2
In this session, we will cover important tips for teachers to know about Cybersecurity. Including checking strength of passwords, checking for exposures in data breaches, how to remove personally identifiable information online, being able to identify different forms of spam/scams, and more.
Speakers
KI

Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

Teacher, Gretna High School
Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 2
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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.
Speakers
DE

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)
 
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