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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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Thursday, May 1
 

8:30am CDT

From Solo to Team: Building a School’s Social Media and Web Impact
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 4
This session explores the journey from managing school social media and websites as a one-person task to developing a team of digital content creators. Learn practical strategies for engaging your school community, empowering staff and students to contribute, and building a lasting, impactful online presence. Ideal for those managing school or district digital communications.
Speakers
avatar for Janelle Gegg

Janelle Gegg

Library Media Specialist, Hastings Senior High School
As an educator for 20+ years, I have learned a great deal from experience and others along the way. Being a media specialist provides the avenue to reach both students and educators so that we can make connections through tech, literature, and face to face interactions.
avatar for Terry Julian

Terry Julian

Technology Facilitator, Hastings Public Schools/ CSTA Nebraska Huskers
I have long enjoyed helping teachers use technology, As a district technology facilitator, I am very thankful to now be able to do that on a daily basis.
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 4
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

8:30am CDT

Leveraging Generative AI for Innovative Course Design
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Bronze 1
This presentation explores how generative AI can revolutionize lesson design across all education levels, for novice to expert teachers. The presentation will demonstrate how AI can be ethically and effectively integrated into designing sequential lessons. The presenter will demonstrate how to embed educational best practices in course design, format, and assessment creation while addressing critical considerations of differentiating instruction, accessibility, and pedagogical best practices.
Speakers
CC

Cheryl Couch

Director of Masters of Arts in Education, York University
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Bronze 1
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

8:30am CDT

Practical Tech to Help MLL Success with Side-by-Side Text
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 12
Supporting multilingual learners effectively means providing scaffolds that enable all students to access grade-level content and meet high expectations—not simplifying or reducing the rigor of learning outcomes. Side-by-side texts are a powerful tool that allow educators to maintain grade-level standards while offering the necessary support for multilingual learners to succeed. Participants will see how to do this in Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace for EDU, and AI tools.
Speakers
avatar for Theren Hayes

Theren Hayes

Instructional Technology Specialist, Tukwila School District
I am a teacher on special assignment that supports the learning and application of technology tools to support instruction in classrooms. People should speak to me about products that support instruction for large group and small group work. People should speak to me about hardware... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 12
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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
avatar for Hanna Borgmann

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

11:30am CDT

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks -- My Journey with AI
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 10
I was of the firm belief that artificial intelligence was a way to cheat. Lynne Herr of ESU6 came and did a presentation at our school that changed my life as a teacher. At the age of 62 with one or two years to go until retirement I realized that AI helped me work smarter and hot harder and have since embraced every tool I could find and attended every conference I could on the use of AI in the classroom. My presentation would be a simple one. You too can embrace AI, no matter your age.
Speakers
KF
KM
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 10
  Mini Session

11:30am CDT

Beyond the Basics of Magic School AI for Elementary Teachers
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
This quick session covers practical ways to use Magic School AI for unpacking standards, crafting engaging DOK questions, creating decodable texts, and more. Perfect for saving time, enriching lessons, and tailoring learning experiences. Bring the power of AI into your classroom and transform your teaching with these essential strategies!
Speakers
BC
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Boosting Math Fluency: Three Engaging Apps for Math Fact Practice
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Fact Fluency is an ever growing problem in Elementary classrooms. Here are three math apps that work on fact fluency in a fun and engaging way. Build fact fluency while building the love for math.
Speakers
LS

Laurie Stine

2nd Grade Teacher, Norris Elementary School
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Instant Quiz Magic: Supercharging Blooket in Minutes
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Unlock the power of AI to create dynamic, engaging Blooket quizzes that adapt to students’ needs—without any complicated setup! In this hands-on “show and share” session, you’ll explore quick, simple ways to level up your quizzes with AI-inspired. Perfect for busy teachers, this session focuses on time-saving tricks and practical tips that make it easy to turn any quiz into an interactive learning adventure.
Speakers
MS
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Lesson Plans to Lifesavers: Using AI tools in the Elementary
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
In this Show and Share Session, educators will practice how to seamlessly integrate AI tools such as Curipod, Brisk, Canva, Diffit, ChatGPT and more into their classroom planning and practices.
Speakers
GS

Gwen Schultz

6th Grade Teacher, Shickley Public School
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Plans, Professionalism and Productivty in under 5 Minutes
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Looking to create unique lessons in the blink of an eye? Need help responding to a parent without causing a headache for yourself? Sick and don't have time to make plans? Want to do all of this while freeing up more time for yourself? Attendees will learn new tech that can help them be more productive while keeping a level of professionalism that is expected.
Speakers
avatar for Brock Rezny
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Unleashing Creativity and Engagement with Curipod
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
I want to give an overview about the different types of engagement tools Curipod has to offer. I would like to show educators how they can create their own engaging lessons as well as using Curipod's AI tools to create lessons for them.
Speakers
MB

Mikaela Boss

Teacher, York Public Schools
MF

Madalynn Fousek

5th Grade Teacher
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

1:15pm CDT

AI Prompt Engineering
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 11
You know what AI is...it's supposed to help you...it's supposed to make life easier...it's cool...it's a neat party trick...BUT, you never get what you WANT or NEED for the classroom! In this session, we will teach you the FIVE ELEMENTS of an effective prompt for the AI chatbot, image creator, or lesson planner of your choice. Get the most out of these new, innovative tools. PLUS, we'll show you a few of our favorites, as well.
Speakers
BD
avatar for Mike Krambeck

Mike Krambeck

Teacher: 8th Grade U.S. History, Bennington South Middle School
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 11
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

1:15pm CDT

Inspiring Tech Integration for Young Learners
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 10
Discover how to empower K-6 educators to embrace technology with confidence and creativity. This session explores the impact of a badging system to boost teacher engagement and shares practical, student-centered strategies like using interactive boards, virtual field trips, and tools like Blooket and Nearpod. Learn how confident teachers drive student success by fostering engagement, critical thinking, and foundational skills in elementary classrooms.
Speakers
MB
DJ
JM
CS
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 10
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

1:15pm CDT

STEM in a Minute- Aerospace
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 9


We will teach educators to explore the wonders of aerospace with an interactive STEM session! Discover aerodynamics and the forces of flight through hands-on demos and discussions. Then, take on a fast-paced "Minute to Win It" challenge in our classroom and design and test mini-flying devices using everyday materials. This fun, engaging activity fosters creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving while sparking a passion for aerospace engineering.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Boyce

Michelle Boyce

Classroom teacher, Fairview elementary BPS
I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 24 years but have been a teacher for more than 30. I am married, with two kids out of the house. I am a 1:1 iPad teacher and love all the learning I am doing to stay ahead (or dead even) with the curve of my students' learning. I have had... Read More →
KK
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

2:15pm CDT

So Much to Do, so Little Time
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 5
How do you teach all the technology available today? As an elementary media specials teacher I see students once a week. I will share how I structure my technology classes to teach keyboarding, digital literacy, makerspace, research, computer science and more!
Speakers
avatar for Valerie Chmelka

Valerie Chmelka

Media Specialist, Grand Island Public Schools
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 5
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)   Mini Session

3:15pm CDT

Making Your One Book One School a Success
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 5
Looking for ways to engage readers across multiple grade levels? One Book, One School is a fantastic program to captivate even reluctant readers and build a sense of community through shared storytelling. Discover the triumphs and challenges of Norris Intermediate's OBOS initiative and connect with fellow librarians and educators to exchange ideas, strategies, and tips for launching a successful program at your school.
Speakers
avatar for Leia Rumsey

Leia Rumsey

Intermediate School Librarian and Tech Teacher, Norris School District 160
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 5
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

3:15pm CDT

You Want to Get Started with Canva?
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 12
So you want to get to know Canva, do you? Whether you’re designing posters, presentations, or social media graphics, this session is for you! No need to feel Grinchy if you’re new to Canva or unsure how to use tools like background removers. Being a beginner means endless possibilities, and we’re here to help you unlock your full creative potential. Let’s turn your ideas into visuals you’ll love so much more!
Speakers
avatar for Shelly Mowinkel

Shelly Mowinkel

Teacher/Tech Coach, Milford Jr/Sr High School
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 12
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)   Mini Session

4:15pm CDT

3-D Printing - Is it really that Simple?
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Silver 2
Wouldn't you like to be that COOL Techy teacher all the kids talk about. Attitude is everything, 'Fake it till You Make it." This session will be using Tinkercad program to design and flashprint to slice and print the project. We will explore the design phase and the process of getting a design ready to send to the printer.
Speakers
BB
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Silver 2
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

4:15pm CDT

STEM in a Minute-Paper Only
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bronze 1
Join our STEM session tailored for K-12 educators! Explore innovative ways to inspire students in science, technology engineering, and math. Discover how a simple paper activity can foster creativity, critical, thinking, and engagement. Leave with practical strategies to bring STEM to life in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Boyce

Michelle Boyce

Classroom teacher, Fairview elementary BPS
I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 24 years but have been a teacher for more than 30. I am married, with two kids out of the house. I am a 1:1 iPad teacher and love all the learning I am doing to stay ahead (or dead even) with the curve of my students' learning. I have had... Read More →
KK
Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bronze 1
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)
 
Friday, May 2
 

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).
Speakers
avatar for Emma Bonacci

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)

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
avatar for Julie Patchen

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)

7:15am CDT

Learning Adventures with Canva
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver
Do you love Canva and are ready to use it with your students? Discover how to bring your lessons to life! In this session, you’ll learn to create lessons and classes in Canva, use templates as digital assignments, design fun and engaging presentations, provide effective feedback, and leverage Canva’s AI tools to elevate student engagement. Whether you’re a Canva beginner or a seasoned pro, this session will equip you with the tools to design learning adventures your students will love.
Speakers
JD
Friday May 2, 2025 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Silver
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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.
Speakers
avatar for Darci Lindgren

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)

11:15am CDT

Transform Learning with Brisk: AI for Educators and Students
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 11
In this session, we’ll explore how to use AI within Google Docs to make all aspects of teaching life more manageable! We’ll learn to create student materials, lesson & sub plans, quizzes, presentations, and more with Brisk Teaching, an AI-powered Chrome extension. We’ll also take a peek into how to use Brisk to design AI chatbot custom learning experiences for your students.
Speakers
JD
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 11
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

11:15am CDT

“That’s Me in the Spotlight”—Creating Audience for Students
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 10
A student of mine said, “When it's actually published and other people are reading it, everyone kind of puts in more time and effort and just want it to be better." Yet research shows that most writing assignments are still for an audience of one—the teacher. How can we expand our students’ audiences with the use of technology? In this session, we’ll play with technologies, strategies, and activities that can expand students’ audiences, from simple formative writing to major final projects.
Speakers
MP
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 10
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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
TR
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)   Mini Session
 
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