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.

11:30am CDT

Adventure into Project Based Learning

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Silver 5

A meaningful project can provide engagement, depth of knowledge, community building, and more to the learning experience. Establishing what that looks like in a digital world, or expanding upon curriculum in this way can feel like your are lost in the woods at first.

Speakers

Hanna Borgmann

5th Grade Teacher, Norris School District 160

I am currently a 5th-grade ELA teacher. I have been teaching for 6 years; 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and now 5th.I enjoy finding new innovative ways to improve productivity for myself, co-workers, and students. Keeping students engaged and excited about learning is vital to their succ... Read More →

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 5

Mini Session

Strands that Match Elementary, Teaching & Learning
Tags Assessment, Creation/Design Tools, Digital Citizenship, Learning Spaces
Grade Level Elementary, Middle, Secondary
Target Audience Novice

1:15pm CDT

Clasroom Design in the Age of AI

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

Bronze 1

The coming AI era demands learning spaces that blend technology with human connection and flexibility with focus. Educators can reimagine classrooms through thoughtful observation and iterative design - from flexible seating to learning zones that support different modes of engagement. By integrating technology meaningfully and co-creating with students, we can build environments that inspire curiosity and foster community. What one change will you make to your learning space this week?

Speakers

Kimberly D'Adamo

Lecturer, University of Nebraska Lincoln

Ryan Margheim

Megan Pitrat

University of Nebraska Lincoln - ArtTeams

Special Education Teacher at Syracuse Middle SchoolTeacher-Researcher with UNL ArtTeamsMTSS-SELBEmbedding AI in a Constructivist Special Education Setting Creative Inquiry and Emerging Media ArtsTrauma-Responsive Pedagogy Universal Design for Learning

University of Nebraska - Lincoln - Guy Trainin

Professor of Education, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

UNL Tech EDGE MissionTo create a generation of teachers who are effective and confident using new technologies to prepare the students of Nebraska to participate and lead in tomorrow’s global society. Necessary technology integration skills suggested by skilled practitioners along... Read More →

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

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Teaching & Learning
Tags Artificial Intelligence (AI), Creation/Design Tools, Learning Spaces, Maker/Makerspace
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience Intermediate

7:15am CDT

Building Agency and Ownership Using Vivi (K-Post Secondary)

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

Silver 4

How do you get students to become actively engaged in the learning and assessment process? Come see how to use Vivi’s all-in-one-solution to bring communication and collaboration that engages students and elevates educators in the K-Post Secondary classroom setting. Vivi gives educators the flexibility to move around the classroom, assess student work, and encourage student collaboration. It is designed to enhance the teacher’s ability to engage their students. Come check it out!

Speakers

Julie Patchen

Elementary Music Teacher & Building Level Technology Facilitator, Elkhorn Public Schools, Manchester Elementary

Julie Patchen is a passionate and innovative music educator with 27 years of experience, including 17 years dedicated to inspiring students in the Elkhorn Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska. She currently teaches K-5 elementary music, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver 4

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Elementary, Teaching & Learning
Tags Assessment, Fine Arts, Learning Spaces, Multimedia
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

11:15am CDT

Makerspaces: A Cross-Curricular Experience

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

Silver 9

Uncover the power of makerspaces as cross-curricular hubs that enhance learning across various subjects. This session will demonstrate how makerspaces foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration by connecting disciplines. Attendees will explore practical strategies for integrating makerspaces into their teaching to create rich, interdisciplinary learning environments.

Speakers

Travis Ray

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 9

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information) Mini Session

Strands that Match Elementary, Teaching & Learning
Tags Creation/Design Tools, Learning Spaces, Maker/Makerspace, STEM / STEAM
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All