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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

All Write, All Write, All Write: Writing across the Curriculum
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 10
AI is now writing for our students across most digital platforms. To make up for all those lost reps, we need to embed more writing across the curriculum. How can we do that without creating 2X more work for teachers? In this Matthew McConaughey inspired session (... let me tell you about writin' brother 😏), we’ll attempt to answer that question by demoing 5 strategies and tools that make it easy and fun to embed high-quality (!) writing practice in almost any content area.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Legate

Melissa Legate

English Language Arts Teacher, Pierce Public Schools
Secondary English teacher of thirteen years at Pierce High School and member of the Nebraska Writing Project advisory board. 
avatar for Adam Sparks

Adam Sparks

Short Answer
I taught English and Social Studies for 7 years in Nebraska, China, and Chicago and recently finished my master's in Learning Design and Technology at Stanford. At Stanford, my work focused on the intersection of writing instruction, formative assessment, and peer feedback. I now... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 10
  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)

8:30am CDT

Train Your Own AI: A Hands-On Guide to Teachable Machine
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 9
Ever dreamed of building your own AI? Now you (and your students) can! No coding required. Learn the basics of machine learning and create custom AI models using Google’s Teachable Machine. This hands-on session will guide you through training, retraining, and experimenting with your own AI creations. No prior experience necessary.
Speakers
KI

Kimberly Ingraham-Beck

Teacher, Gretna High School
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 9
  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

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

Effortless Google Slides in 1 Minute – For Everyone!
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
How to use Alayna AI to create usable slides in your classroom
Speakers
LK
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

Teaching Math is Tough: Tech Tools to Help
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Explore tools, including AI, that can help expedite teaching, lesson planning, and problem generation with a specific focus on math.
Speakers
CG
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Tech-Savvy Agenda: 5 Tech Tools to Engage Students from the Start
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
In this interactive session, explore how Google Slides can transform your daily classroom agenda into a visually dynamic and engaging experience for students. Learn tips and tricks for designing a slide-based agenda that incorporates multimedia, live updates, and interactive elements to foster participation and focus.
Speakers
JM
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

11:30am CDT

WeWillWrite: A Free Program to Ignite Student Writing and Engagement
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Discover how WeWillWrite transforms writing instruction and practice. Explore how this free platform helps students develop their writing skills through personalized prompts, collaborative activities, and real-time feedback, fostering creativity and confidence. Learn practical strategies for integrating WeWillWrite into your curriculum and empowering students to become more confident, competent writers.
Speakers
KR

Kaylen Rodrigues

8th English & 7th Speech, York Public Schools
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

11:30am CDT

Wired for Learning: Circuit Board Projects in the CS Classroom
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
Join us to see how micro:bits and circuit boards are transforming computer science classrooms! This show-and-share session offers pre-planned, standards-aligned activities that make coding accessible for grades 2-8. Discover creative student projects, sample lessons, and practical tips to integrate these tools into your classroom. Whether you're new to micro:bits or looking for fresh ideas, you'll leave with inspiration, resources, and hands-on project ideas to elevate your curriculum!
Speakers
MB
avatar for Tiffany Lothrop

Tiffany Lothrop

Middle School Technology Teacher, Crete Public Schools
I have taught mathematics for 16 years. Since 2012, I have taught technology and computer science. 
Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Hallway
  Show and Share Poster Session

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

Building Digital Citizens: K-12 Objectives & Lessons for Every Grade
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 5
Explore how our school district launched an integrated approach to teaching digital citizenship. Learn how we developed K-12 objectives and how librarians ensure these objectives are embedded and taught across all subject areas.
Speakers
avatar for Joy Harvey

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 →
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 5
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)   Mini Session   Show and Share Poster Session

1:15pm CDT

Transform Student Learning in STEM, CTE, and Careers with AR/VR and AI
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
Walmart, Tesla, Delta, Warby Parker, Home Depot, your local hospital - what do these have in common? They all employ graduates from our schools. They also leverage augmented and virtual reality! Students will engage with AR/VR in their careers. After hearing use cases, you may consider STEM, CTE, and Career Exploration at your school or district. How do you engage students at high levels?
Speakers
avatar for Dee Dickson

Dee Dickson

Customer Success Manager, zSpace
Dee Dickson, M.EDSr. zSpace Customer Success ManagerzSpace, Inc. EdTech is Dee’s thing! As an educator with 20+ years of teaching and corporate training experience, she has a deep understanding of the technological demands that are required of today's instructors. Over the years... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor Session

1:15pm CDT

What Could it Look Like if all Students were Engaged Readers?
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 2
Come learn how to leverage technology and elevate the learning environment to foster increased reading engagement. Best practices will be shared on how to increase the number of books kids read, how to embrace choice, and improve the quality of texts students engage with. Session takeaway is having strategies to increase student ownership of their reading practices and progress.
Speakers
avatar for Renaissance - Mark Kessler

Renaissance - Mark Kessler

Account Executive, Renaissance
As a global leader in assessment, reading, and math solutions for pre-K–12 schools anddistricts, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources toaccelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. Renaissance solutions reach... Read More →
avatar for Tiyi Smith

Tiyi Smith

National Academic Advisor, Renaissance
16 years in public education in the area of Special Education in the classroom and as a district facilitator. Masters degree in Education with a focus on Learning disabilities, certified in Special Education and ELA 8-12., Texas Admin Certification
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 2
  Exhibitor Session

2:15pm CDT

Immersive Innovation: VR as a Gateway to Global Education
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 10
In an era where technology is reshaping education, rural school districts often face unique challenges in providing students with the same access to resources and opportunities as their urban counterparts. However, VR is emerging as a powerful tool that can transcend geographical barriers, offering students immersive, hands-on learning experiences that bring the world directly into their classrooms.
Speakers
KH

Kim Henry

Teacher-Secondary, Loup City Public Schools
MK

Melissa Kapustka

Loup City Public Schools
Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 10
  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

KCAV Ed-Tech Solutions on a Budget
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
Looking to implement ed-tech solutions without breaking the bank? Then this session is for you! Join us to explore ed-tech solutions for the classroom that are simple to setup, easy to implement, and won't break the bank!
Speakers
avatar for KCAV - Amy Hunt

KCAV - Amy Hunt

KCAV
For 70 years, KCAV has offered innovative audiovisual solutions throughout the Midwest. While technology has definitely changed since 1953, our commitment to the customer has not. We still serve business, education, government and religious markets with audiovisual sales, design... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor 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)
 
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

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

Science/Math/EdTech Integration for a Sustainable World
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 9
Discover empowering digital tools and activities for elementary students to learn more about people’s relationship to the natural environment and ways to work toward a healthy planet. Raise environmental literacy and hone STEM skills while participating in simulations on natural resource use, wildlife habitats and more. Receive resources aligned with Nebraska Standards for Science, Mathematics and Social Studies.
Speakers
AS

Amanda Steiner

Assistant Professor of Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 9
  Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

10:15am CDT

Lesson-Palooza: Over 264 Ways to Rock Your Elementary Library
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 5
Discover how one librarian partnered with school librarians district-wide to create a comprehensive elementary library curriculum. The curriculum includes 44 lessons per grade level with teaching slides, lesson summaries, and materials to enhance student learning. Lessons feature story connections or read-alouds, plus resource fliers to help families extend learning beyond the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Betsy Thomas

Betsy Thomas

Sponsored by NSLA
Betsy Thomas is a nationally recognized school librarian celebrated for her creativity, dedication, and leadership in education. In 2020, she brought stories to life by producing engaging read-aloud videos of picture books. Using a green screen set up in her basement, Betsy transported... Read More →
Friday May 2, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 5
  Featured Speaker Session

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

An Interactive Gym for All? Yoga, Mental Health, Group Activities
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
"Transform your gym into an interactive learning environment with Lü

Technology can play a major role in all classes! In this session, discover the educational potential of Lü, an interactive, engaging technology tool designed for school gyms. This innovative technology and its many applications (games and utilities) can assist teachers in various tasks, and contribute to enhancing the students' experience in PE. Hear how West Lawn in Grand Island are using their new Lü. The future of gyms!"
Speakers
FM
MM

Maggie Mintken

Assistant Principal, Grand Island Senior High
BW
GS
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Bronze 3
  Exhibitor Session

11:15am CDT

Digital Curation for Year Round Library Success
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 5
Discover how digital curation can transform your library into a dynamic, year-round resource for your school community. Attendees will explore practical tools and strategies to keep libraries accessible and relevant throughout the year.
Speakers
avatar for Betsy Thomas

Betsy Thomas

Sponsored by NSLA
Betsy Thomas is a nationally recognized school librarian celebrated for her creativity, dedication, and leadership in education. In 2020, she brought stories to life by producing engaging read-aloud videos of picture books. Using a green screen set up in her basement, Betsy transported... Read More →
Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 5
  Featured Speaker Session

1:15pm CDT

Parent Power Up: Creative Ways to Communicate with Families
Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 5
Build stronger connections between your school library and the families in your community. This session will explore creative strategies for engaging families with library programs and resources, from sharing read-aloud plans to leveraging digital tools. Learn how to communicate effectively, promote transparency, and extend library learning beyond the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Betsy Thomas

Betsy Thomas

Sponsored by NSLA
Betsy Thomas is a nationally recognized school librarian celebrated for her creativity, dedication, and leadership in education. In 2020, she brought stories to life by producing engaging read-aloud videos of picture books. Using a green screen set up in her basement, Betsy transported... Read More →
Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silver 5
  Featured Speaker Session
 
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