Nebraska Fall Ed Tech Conference 2026: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2026 Nebraska Fall Ed Tech Conference!

10:00am CDT

Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

STEAM integration can be difficult in an already loaded school day. This presentation looks at how Silver Lake Elementary was intentional about helping our students and staff dive deeper into technology, digital citizenship, and STEAM projects, while limiting core instructional disruption.

Speakers

Joshua Drake

Elementary Principal, Silver Lake Public School

Artists

Silver Lake Public Schools

Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Olive Branch

Concurrent

Target Audience PK-6 Teachers
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area Administrators

10:00am CDT

Sports Intros on a Budget

Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Arbor 2

In this session the following will be covered: Design and Edit: Utilize Canva for dynamic graphic overlays and iMovie for seamless green-screen compositing. Implement Low-Cost Workflows: Set up an affordable, scalable media production pipeline accessible to any school or athletic department. Foster Student Agency: Integrate media creation into CTE, tech, or multimedia classes to give students hands-on, real-world production experience.

Speakers

James Reed

Technology Integration Specialist, Holdrege Public Schools

James is a former head football coach and social studies teacher with a passion for teaching with technology. He is currently the technology coordinator/ integration specialist at Holdrege Public Schools and gets to create content for the video boards at Holdrege High School. He loves... Read More →

Artists

Holdrege Public Schools

Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Arbor 2

Concurrent

Target Audience 7-12 Teachers
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area Administrators

12:30pm CDT

AI Arcade: Vibe Coding Games and Mini-Apps with AI

Tuesday October 27, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT

Hawthorne

Step into the AI Arcade, where you and your students become game designers and app builders. Explore how tools like Gemini and Canva Code can turn simple prompts into custom games, quizzes, simulations, and mini-apps. You’ll learn how to guide AI, remix ideas, and publish interactive experiences students can use right away to practice, create, problem-solve, and show what they know in playful, engaging ways across any content area today.

Speakers

Jennifer Davis

Technology Integration Specialist, ESU 1

Jennifer has twenty-one years of experience as an educator and has taught biology, chemistry, physics, physical science, computer science, and undergraduate education courses. She is the Technology Integration Specialist and Teaching and Learning Specialist at ESU 1.

Jennifer comp... Read More →

Artists

ESU 1

Tuesday October 27, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT
Hawthorne

Concurrent

Target Audience PK-12 Teachers
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area Media Specialists

12:30pm CDT

Design Once, Teach Forever: Using Canvas Templates to Save Time and Create Consistency

Tuesday October 27, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT

Ivanhoe

Leave with more than ideas—leave with resources you can use immediately. This session will introduce a collection of ready-made Canvas templates that can be imported directly into your courses. Learn how to adapt and customize each template to match your content, streamline course development, and create a polished learning experience for students. Participants will be able to import and customize ready-made Canvas templates and reuse and manage their content more efficiently.

Speakers

Shara Johnson

Nebraska Canvas Support Specialist, ESUCC

I'm Nebraska's state Canvas specialist, here to support K-12 educators in making the most of Canvas LMS. I can help with everything from Canvas setup and professional development to innovative implementation strategies. Come see me if you'd like to sign up for Canvas, need PD, or... Read More →

Tuesday October 27, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT
Ivanhoe

Concurrent

Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists

1:30pm CDT

Calm Corners & Smart Tools: Designing Neurodiversity-Affirming Libraries with Technology

Tuesday October 27, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT

Ivanhoe

Library spaces can overwhelm or empower learners. Explore sensory-friendly design and purposeful tech to support neurodiverse students. Gain practical strategies to improve focus, regulation, and engagement in any library setting.

Speakers

McKenzie White

Technology Integrationist Specialist, Bennington Public Schools

Hi, I'm McKenzie! My current role is the district technology integrationist for Bennington Public Schools. I am entering my 19th year of teaching and 11th year of being a graduate professor in the area of Instructional Technology Leadership. I am a genuine southern belle, so I'm a... Read More →

Artists

Bennington Public Schools

Tuesday October 27, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT
Ivanhoe

Concurrent

Target Audience Media Specialists
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area All the Above

1:30pm CDT

Promoting Student Learning: The Principal/Tech Coordinator Partnership

Tuesday October 27, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT

Arbor 1

While teachers are responsible for the learning taking place in their classrooms, there are times they are not set up for success due to inadvertent limitations. In this session, former classroom teacher and current technology coordinator, Jeff Neuman, will discuss current trends in educational technology, effective technology integration, and how principals & technology coordinators can, and should, work together to promote student learning.

Speakers

Jeff Neuman

St. John Lutheran Church & School

Tuesday October 27, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT
Arbor 1

Concurrent

Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area Administrators

2:30pm CDT

Building Capacity & Culture: Tech Challenge Fun!

Tuesday October 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT

Arbor 1

Join us for an inspiring session on transforming the end-of-year chaos into a dynamic team-building opportunity. Discover how our instructional team has planned a month-long series of daily activities throughout December, designed to enhance staff skills, foster creativity, and ensure fun. These activities not only boost morale but also serve as a platform for staff to teach and refine their tech skills using iPad devices and STEAM tools. Examples will feature iPad skills and tools, but can be personalized for any setting or age level. This session is perfect for instructional leaders looking to engage their teams to build culture and skills capacity.

Speakers

Melissa Zeiszler

Dean of STEAM, Kennedy Elementary

Artists

Kennedy Elementary - OPS

Tuesday October 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Arbor 1

Concurrent

Target Audience Media Specialists
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists
Area Administrators

2:30pm CDT

More Than Flying: Using Drones to Build Engagement, Problem Solving, and Computational Thinking

Tuesday October 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT

Olive Branch

Drones offer far more than an exciting flight experience. In this session, discover how drones can be used to foster student engagement, develop problem-solving skills, and strengthen computational thinking across content areas. Through classroom examples, practical strategies, and lessons learned from implementation, participants will explore ways to move beyond simple flight activities and create meaningful learning experiences that encourage creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world application.

Speakers

Lindsay Wilson

STS Teacher- Robotics, Liberty Middle School

Artists

Liberty Middle School

Tuesday October 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Olive Branch

Concurrent

Target Audience 7-12 Teachers
Audience Technology Coordinator
Subject Technology Integration Specialists

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