Administrators' Days: Full Schedule

Welcome to Administrators’ Days 2024!!

9:45am CDT

Navigating the Updated HAL Statute and Rule 3

Wednesday July 24, 2024 9:45am - 10:30am CDT

In the 2024 legislative session, LB1329 contained updates to the statute regrading High Ability Learning (HAL). This session is designed to explore the latest updates to the statute and its accompanying Rule 3. We will take an in-depth look at the statutory changes, implementation governance through Rule 3, and build a strong foundation of understanding for administrators to apply the changes in their districts or ESUs.

Speakers

Sheyanne Smith

Nebraska Department of Education

Wednesday July 24, 2024 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Platinum 7

10:45am CDT

Leveraging Student Opportunities by Identifying HAL in World Language

Wednesday July 24, 2024 10:45am - 11:30am CDT

Platinum 7

Join Sheyanne Smith, HAL Specialist, and Chrystal Liu, World Language Specialist from the NDE, to uncover the potential within High-Ability Learners (HAL) in World Language education as the presenters share practical guidelines and procedures for districts. This session provides insights into tailoring strategies to the unique needs of HAL students, fostering collaborative learning communities, and empowering educators with tools to create inclusive and enriching environments.

Speakers

Chrystal Liu

World Language Specialist, NDE

Xianquan Liu (Chrystal) is the World Language Specialist at the Nebraska Department of Education. She leads state-level World Language Open Education Resources Hub development, oversees the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy, and provides professional development experience for World Language... Read More →

Sheyanne Smith

Nebraska Department of Education

Wednesday July 24, 2024 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Platinum 7

1:00pm CDT

Foundations of Learning: Collaborative Insights Across Content Areas

Wednesday July 24, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Platinum 7

Delve into a wealth of resources and strategies curated by the NDE Teaching and Learning Team. Elevate teaching, enhance learning experiences, and foster collaboration within your district by meeting the content specialists for Science, Math, Fine Arts, HAL, Social Studies, World Languages, PE, and English Language Arts. Learn up-to-date information and explore their array of offerings for districts, schools, and ESUs. Join us in shaping the future of education!

Speakers

Olivia Alberts

Reading Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Chrystal Liu

World Language Specialist, NDE

Becky Michael

ELA Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Becky Michael is the K-12 ELA Education Specialist for the Nebraska Department of Education. Her focus is to support educators and administrators with the four instructional shifts in ELA:Foundational LiteracyText Complexity and Grade-Level Exposure and ExpectationsA Balanced Delivery... Read More →

Shayla Ruth

Sarah Shaffer

Sheyanne Smith

Nebraska Department of Education

Bridgette Stevens

Mathematics Education Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Cody Talarico

Arts Education Specialist, NDE

Cody Talarico, is a musician and supporter of arts education. Cody taught music in the Bellevue (NE) Public Schools and is currently serving Nebraska as the Fine Arts Education Specialist at the Nebraska Department of Education where he leads and supports visual arts, media arts... Read More →

Bre Wilton

NDE

Wednesday July 24, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Platinum 7

2:00pm CDT

Empowering Administrators: Elevating Science Education

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Platinum 7

In this session, we will share updates to the Nebraska College and Career Ready Standards for Science that are anticipated to be approved this fall. We will equip administrators with knowledge and resources to allow you to build a foundation for science education in your setting.

Speakers

Michelle Gall

Marissa Payzant

English Language Arts Specialist Office of Teaching, Learning, & Assessment, Nebraska Department of Education

Sarah Shaffer

Rhonda True

Wednesday July 24, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Platinum 7

3:00pm CDT

Building the Foundation for Meeting Continuous Improvement Goals Starting in PreK

Wednesday July 24, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT

Platinum 7

The Office of Early Childhood and the Buffett Early Childhood Institute will collaborate to explore evidence-based strategies in three domains: leadership effectiveness, instructional excellence, and family partnerships. Participants will gain insight into understanding their program's strengths and areas for growth, equipping them to better meet continuous improvement goals, and how to tailor action plans in these domain areas in ways that meet each district's unique needs.

Speakers

Alyssa Anson

Kristine Luebbe

Director of Programs and Partnerships, Nebraska Department of Education

Amy Schmidtke

Director of Program Development, Buffett Early Childhood Institute at the University of Nebraska

Amy Schmidtke is director of program development. In her role, she conceptualizes and leads systemic approaches to reducing achievement and opportunity gaps in early learning and education settings, birth through Grade 3, blending a working knowledge of applied research, high-quality... Read More →

Wednesday July 24, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Platinum 7

10:30am CDT

Purposeful Play in the Omaha Public Schools

Thursday July 25, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Platinum 7

For over ten years, kindergarten teachers and school district leadership have worked together to provide time for play in kindergarten. What is purposeful play? How does it fit into the daily schedule? What are the expectations? What is playful teaching, and how does it fit into the elementary schedule for grades PK-5? Join us to see the journey of how teachers came together to transform instruction for our students.

Speakers

John Chvatal-Poole

Omaha Public Schools

Donna Dobson

Thursday July 25, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Platinum 7

1:15pm CDT

Securing Our Schools: Safety Beyond the Bell

Thursday July 25, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Platinum 7

The spotlight on school safety primarily shines on the school day, but how do we continue to keep our kids and community safe at school events and activities outside of the traditional school day? This session will help you start to identify risks and develop plans for athletic events and school activities. Topics include creating a safe environment with limited event staff, managing the increasing amount of elevated fan behavior, providing training to event staff, and implementing action plans through scenario-based discussions.

Speakers

Kyle Poore

Security Coordinator, Lincoln Public Schools

LPS Security Coordinator

Dr. JJ Toczek

Lincoln Public Schools

Thursday July 25, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Platinum 7

2:30pm CDT

Providing Safe School Events for Community Well-Being

Thursday July 25, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Platinum 7

School campuses are a hive of activity well after the dismissal bell rings. A lot of planning and training goes into keeping our students and staff safe during the school day, but are those same protocols and procedures in place after hours? How can schools make sure that 5:00 p.m. is just as safe as 10:00 a.m.? How are after-school staff trained on school safety? How do schools welcome community members while still keeping the building secure? We will work together through scenarios to answer these questions and more!

Speakers

Nola Derby-Bennett

CLC Director, Lincoln Public Schools

Kyle Poore

Security Coordinator, Lincoln Public Schools

LPS Security Coordinator

Thursday July 25, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Platinum 7

3:45pm CDT

School Therapy Animals

Thursday July 25, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Platinum 7

How Trudy, a cute little Yellow Labrador Retriever, changed our school climate in a matter of days. The Pros and Cons of having a "service dog" in your school building. This session will reflect on our process and how Trudy brought joy that changed the lives of kids and adults.

Speakers

David Spencer

Superintendent, South Platte Public Schools

Thursday July 25, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Platinum 7