Administrators' Days 2022: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2022 Administrators’ Days!!

8:30am CDT

Welcome & Keynote "Restoring Normal"

Speakers

Patricia Koch Johns

AdminDays2022 Booklet(1) pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Back Gold Ballroom (Gold 4,5,6,10,11,12)

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

Embracing a Culture of Problem Solving

Are you tired of feeling like problems are admired without solutions? Not seeing the improved student outcomes you hoped for? Is there a disconnect between the goals you‚Äôve set and the outcomes you want to see? If you are ready to embrace a culture of problem solving, this session is for you. We will help participants understand why a culture of problem solving is important and how everyone can benefit from the district level all the way to individual student outcomes. We will share examples of intentional teaming structures, ways to utilize a problem-solving model effectively, and how to use data to inform your decision making within your MTSS framework.

Speakers

Tessa Fraass

NeMTSS Regional Support Lead, NeMTSS

Scott Eckman

Regional Lead, ESU 6

Kris Kampovitz

Region 4 Support Lead/NeMTSS

Amy Rhone

Administrator, Nebraska Department of Education

Embracing a Culture of Problem Solving NDE DAY 2022 .pptx pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Silver 4

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

Keeping Updated on Required Training for Schools

We will help you rebuild your list of all the required school staff trainings mandated by state regulations. These include suicide training, Rule 59 (allergy and anaphylaxis), Seizure Safe Schools Act, and more. Come learn
what is expected!

Speakers

Kim McClintick

Zainab Rida

Andrea Riley

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Silver 3

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

NSCAS Update: High Level Review of All Things NSCAS

NDE staff will redefine the new normal for statewide assessments and assessment supports provided to districts.

Speakers

Jeremy Heneger

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Silver 1

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

Reimagining Continuous Improvement with a Focus on Educator Effectiveness

Every school commits an enormous amount of time and effort to engage in the continuous improvement process. A successful school leader is able to engage staff in a way that is meaningful and collaborative around the purpose of CIP and the role they play in impacting that purpose. Time is the most valuable resource and it is often difficult to commit time if barriers restrict opportunities to make necessary changes. School leaders must have the courage to identify and address the barriers through genuine engagement with all staff. Identifying barriers is the easy part; the hard part comes when systems are willing to go beyond the surface level and dig deeper into the data to define root cause. This will not happen without the expertise, the input, and the genuine engagement of all staff and stakeholders. Join this session to see how the NDE is collaborating to redefine CIP and the supports necessary to ensure all students have access to effective educators.

Speakers

Julie Downing

Professional Learning, ESU 13

Julie Downing has been a staff developer at ESU13 for ten years. She works to support rural educators in the panhandle in curriculum, assessment and instruction. She serves as a strategist for the state staff development affiliate and works collaboratively to find innovative ways... Read More →

Micki Charf

Assistant Administrator, Nebraska Department of Education

Follow me at my new Twitter location! @NdeSPED2 to learn the latest about Coherence and Special Education.I joined the NDE in January 2019. My career path includes experience serving students with Special Education needs, identifying mentorships for Highly Gifted students, Assessment... Read More →

Kim Snyder

Director of Teacher and Principal Support, Nebraska Department of Education

SEED.Reimagining Continuous Improvement with a Focus on Educator Effectiveness pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Silver 5

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

School Finance Update

This session will provide information on all relevant current school finance happenings including; the new joint public hearing, aid certification, etc. We will also be covering ESSER updates and possibly adding in a bad joke or two!

Speakers

Kevin Lyons

Nebraska Department of Education

Bryce Wilson

Finance Officer, Nebraska Department of Education

2022 AdminDaysNDEDay School Finance Update v2.1 pptx

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Silver 2

Hybrid

9:45am CDT

Planning for Implementation of New Instructional Materials

Did your school district recently purchase new high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs)? Whether ESSER or general funds were used, this introductory session is for you! We will explore resources that can be used to develop an intentional implementation plan for your high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs). We will also outline steps that can be taken to ensure the materials are implemented as intended, highlighting tools and resources available through the Nebraska Instructional Materials Collaborative.

Speakers

Cory Epler

Chief Academic Officer, NDE

Implementing IMs NDE Day 2022 pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 6

Hybrid

10:45am CDT

NSCAS Growth Reimagines the Role of Statewide Summative Assessments

Nebraska has reimagined the traditional summative assessment model with NSCAS Growth. NDE staff will dig into the model and provide additional details for upcoming year. Audience members will be able to ask questions for part of the session.

Speakers

Jeremy Heneger

Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 1

Hybrid

10:45am CDT

Safe2HelpNE a strategy for supporting students and staff

Safe2HelpNE is making a difference in the lives of students and staff. Lives are being saved, school shootings are being thwarted, and support is being provided when schools know information prior to the unthinkable happening. The pandemic has brought on challenges like never seen before. Students and staff are needing more support than ever before. Safe2HelpNE can help identify those in need of support so schools can help in the pandemic recovery process. This session will share data, strategies, processes, and benefits of being a Safe2HelpNE school and how your school can become part of the success.

Speakers

Jolene Palmer

Director of School Safety and Security, Nebraska Department of Education

Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 3

Hybrid

10:45am CDT

School Meals Return to Normal: Financial Considerations & Supports

School Year 2022-23 will bring a return to normal school meals operations with Free, Reduced- and Paid-price meals for many schools. School leaders can redefine and revitalize their school meals program by implementing best practices to promote and maximize participation and reimbursement, as well as tapping into unused USDA Child Nutrition Program available to support students growth, development and performance.

Speakers

Kayte Partch

Kayte Partch is the Director of Child Nutrition Programs and Assistant Administrator of the Office of Coordinated Student Support Services.

Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 4

Hybrid

10:45am CDT

Together, Better: Maximizing Community Impact Through Partnership

The Nebraska Children and Families Foundation and the NDE have embarked on an innovative family-community-schools partnership leveraging ESSER funds. This session will feature key NCFF and NDE staff to share about the strategies in the "Together, Better" initiative including community schools pilots, family engagement/literacy centers, systems involved youth supports, and summer and after school. Listen in on our session and be sure to stop by NCFF's booth to learn more!

Speakers

Jeff Cole

VP for Beyond School Bells, Nebraska Children and Family Foundation

Jeff Cole leads Beyond School Bells, Nebraska's statewide afterschool and summer learning, what we call Expanded Learning Opportunities or ELO Network and a program of the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation. Jeff and the team he leads at BSB works closely with NDE's 21st... Read More →

LaDonna Jones-Dunlap

Marti Beard

Vice President of Early Childhood/Communities for Kids

Prior to her work at NCFF she worked in child welfare programs, seeing first hand the difference that a good beginning makes for children. She developed the Communities for Kids initiative model starting from one community five years ago to over 50 today working with local communities... Read More →

Joe DiCostanzo

Vice President, Education, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation

Joe focuses on education, career policy, and practice improvement strategies at Nebraska Children. He is the Foundation lead for Full-Service Community Schools (FSCS) and Together, Better Initiative in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Education. Joe earned his undergraduate... Read More →

Lane Carr

Administrator, Office of Policy & Strategic Initiatives, NDE

Lane Carr serves as Administrator for the Office of Policy and Strategic Initiatives at the Nebraska Department of Education. In this role, Lane connects with myriad policy partners and stakeholders to advance a policy agenda that centers on equitable outcomes for students, with particular... Read More →

Zainab Rida

Summary Together Better pdf

SixpenceOverview 2022 (1) pdf

FSCS one sheeter Feb2022 draft3 pdf

FamilyEngagement one pager Feb2022 pdf

ELO Afterschool one pager Feb2022 draft2 pdf

EarlyLearning MathLiteracy one pager Feb2022 draft2 pdf

Together, Better Admin Day 7.7.22 pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 2

Hybrid

10:45am CDT

Understanding Regulations Amidst an Educator Shortage

Regulations are in place to help ensure quality education for students. While keeping quality education as the primary focus, how can we utilize the flexibilities already in Rule to help maintain quality standards and address educator shortage issues. This session will look at Nebraska Department of Education Rules to help you reimagine what being complaint may look like amidst an educator shortage.

Speakers

Brad Dirksen

Nebraska Department of Education

Todd Wolverton

Nebraska Department of Education

Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Silver 5

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

Nebraska's Journey to Inclusion: Leveraging ESSERS Funds to Support Inclusive Education in Classrooms

Nebraska's Journey to Inclusion: Leveraging ESSERS Funds to Support Inclusive Education in Classrooms - This webisode will highlight how the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) is working to support local districts and schools with establishing the systems and structures to effectively provide an inclusive education to students with disabilities. Recognizing the opportunity ESSERS funds provide states and local districts to reimagine how they serve students with disabilities, the NDE has partnered with SPED Strategies to provide direct support to school system leaders and classroom teachers focused on building the systems and structures for inclusive education. Presenters will share recommendations for how states can set a vision for inclusive education and partner with local districts to scale this vision. Amy Rhone, State Director of Special Education at the Nebraska Department of Education, and Jamie Wong, President of SPED Strategies will present.

Speakers

Amy Rhone

Administrator, Nebraska Department of Education

SPED Strategies

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 4

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

On the way back to normal: Ways NDE School Safety can support your school's mental health efforts

This session will stimulate ideas where school safety can reduce stress, anxiety, and other mental health concerns in students and staff. Also addressed will be opportunities your school can access to support the mental health efforts at your school such as about Safe2HelpNE, Threat Assessment, Emergency Operations Planning, Standard Response Protocol, bullying, Psychological First Aid, and suicide prevention efforts.

Speakers

Jolene Palmer

Director of School Safety and Security, Nebraska Department of Education

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 3

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

Planning for Implementation of New Instructional Materials: ELA Edition

In this session, we will build off the general implementation session for HQIMs and dive deeper into the resources needed to support the implementation of new ELA instructional materials. We will also hear from school and ESU leaders regarding their experiences implementing HQIMs for ELA, and we will showcase ELA-specific tools to support implementation. This session is a must if your schools are implementing new ELA materials this fall!

Speakers

Marissa Payzant

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

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 6

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

Refreshingly Familiar-NSCAS ACT Update

The session will review important information for NSCAS ACT in 2022-2023. There have been some slight updates or improvements but for overall the information will be refreshingly familiar.

Speakers

Jeremy Heneger

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 1

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

Say What!!?? ESSA Application Changes in GMS -- Yes!

It was time to rebuild the ESSA Application in the GMS to make it easier for school district personnel to complete. Come to this session to take a look at the changes and walk through your actual site. Then visit the Federal Programs Help Room to get that application up and running and maybe even completed for the 2022-2023 school year.

Speakers

Dottie Heusman

Anne Hubbell

Title III Assistant, English Learner Specialist, Nebraska State Department of Education

Beth Wooster

Administrator of ESEA Federal Programs, Nebraska Department of Education

Say What!! ESSA Application Changes in GMS ADMIN Days 2022.pptx (1) pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 5

Hybrid

1:00pm CDT

Supporting Educator Effectiveness through Development: Reimagining Educator Effectiveness with the S.E.E.D. process

Effective systems put educators in a position to thrive because there is a clear distinction between support and development. Support is outlined by the structures in place to bolster one’s ability to be effective within a system, while development is defined by the individual’s themselves, and their ability to take ownership of their own growth and learning as professionals. Together, support and development are the key ingredients to building a culture of collective efficacy.
Join this session with the S.E.E.D. team to begin thinking about how you, as an administator, might think about your own support and development system. The S.E.E.D. system is designed to bring all layers of the educational community to help your system to gain clarity around the struggles, the purpose, and the processes within your system through the lens of educator effectiveness.

Speakers

Ryan Ricebaw

Director-Statewide Teacher & Principal Support, Nebraska Department of Education

Dr. Ryan Ricenbaw is a seasoned education professional who has devoted his career to improving educational outcomes and supporting teacher and principal development. Ryan currently works at the Nebraska Department of Education and serves as the Director of Statewide Teacher and Principal... Read More →

Julie Downing

Professional Learning, ESU 13

Kim Snyder

Director of Teacher and Principal Support, Nebraska Department of Education

SEED Reimagining Educator Effectiveness with the S.E.E.D. Process 2022 pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Silver 2

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

GMS 101 for "New" Users or a Refresher for "Experienced" Users

This session will focus on helping all users navigate the Grants Management System (GMS) to understand all the nuances and will help rebuild your confidence in the components of this system.

Speakers

Anne Hubbell

Title III Assistant, English Learner Specialist, Nebraska State Department of Education

Dottie Heusman

Beth Wooster

Administrator of ESEA Federal Programs, Nebraska Department of Education

GMS 101 for New and Experienced Users ADMIN Days 2022.pptx (2) pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 5

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

In the Presence of Greatness: Observing Excellent Literacy Instruction in the ELA Classroom

What should excellent literacy instruction look, sound, and feel like at different grade levels? How can building leaders be empowered to effectively observe literacy instruction? Many school leaders are charged with evaluating literacy practices in live classrooms, yet sometimes lack the content background to do so confidently. Join this session as we redefine the observable characteristics of effective, standards-aligned literacy instruction. Participants will build their repertoires of ‚Äúlook-fors‚Äù by watching and discussing short video clips of excellent teaching and learning in action. And they‚Äôll come away with sample observation protocols and tools to support learning acceleration in ‚Äúthe new normal.‚Äù

Speakers

Marissa Payzant

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

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 1

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

Planning for Implementation of New Instructional Materials: Math Edition

In this session, we will build off the general implementation session for HQIMs and dive deeper into the resources needed to support the implementation of new mathematics instructional materials. We will also hear from school and ESU leaders regarding their experiences implementing HQIMs for mathematics, and we will showcase math-specific tools to support implementation. This session is a must if your schools are implementing new mathematics materials this fall!

Speakers

Deb Romanek

Mathematics Education Specialist Office of Teaching, Learning, & Assessment, Nebraska Department of Education

Deb HQIM Math Session pptx

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 6

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

Resuming Accountability: Planning for the Fall and Beyond

A lot has changed since the last accountability classifications and designations in the fall of 2019. Join us in this session for key updates on federal and state accountability changes and requirements to plan for fall 2022 and beyond. All are welcome, and the session may be of special interest to new school and district administrators.

Speakers

Lane Carr

Administrator, Office of Policy & Strategic Initiatives, NDE

Shirley Vargas

Resuming Accountability Fall 2022 & Beyond pdf

2020AQuESTTFrameworkandTenets pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 3

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

Taking Matters into their Own Hands: Reimagining Innovative Approaches to Educator Effectiveness

The S.E.E.D. Educator Effectiveness process is currently supporting a number of initiatives across the state that are taking a proactive approach to recruitment and retention, equity-driven leadership, and shared leadership. Join us to hear from numerous education leaders from districts, ESUs, the NDE, and higher education personnel. The discussion will center on districts who are committed to building their own capacity, promoting their own ownership and growth, and prioritizing their time and efforts to take control of their own fate.

Speakers

Kim Snyder

Director of Teacher and Principal Support, Nebraska Department of Education

Ryan Ricebaw

Director-Statewide Teacher & Principal Support, Nebraska Department of Education

SEED.Taking Matters...2022 NDE Day panel presentation pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 2

Hybrid

2:00pm CDT

The Nebraska Math Acceleration Project

Is your district reenvisioning K-8 math instruction? Are you wondering how to best support leaders and teachers? The NDE, participating ESUs, and Instruction Partners are partnering to support Nebraska districts implement new HQIM as a part of the Math Acceleration Project. Join this session to learn about the processes and tools that have been created that can be used to improve mathematics instruction.
IPG: https://bit.ly/NE_MathIPG
Instructional Leadership Levers: https://bit.ly/NE_ILL

Speakers

Cory Epler

Chief Academic Officer, NDE

Wednesday July 27, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Silver 4

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

Back to the Basics: Leading to Enhance the Core

We know that educational systems cannot intervene their way out of a Tier 1 - Core problem, but how can school leaders bring about this change? In this session we will recognize the importance of evidence-based curriculum and high quality instructional materials, methods, and professional development as well as identify high leverage practices that will foster equitable learning environments and opportunities for students. Through an MTSS lens, we will explore how to systematically enhance educator efficacy and support adults in refining their teaching and learning practices at the Tier 1 Core level.

Speakers

Brooke Gebers

Region 3 Support Lead, NeMTSS

Kala Peyton

Amy Rhone

Administrator, Nebraska Department of Education

Back to the Basics Leading to Enhance the Core pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 5

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

Myth Busting: Redefining Chronic Absenteeism

Chronic absenteeism has been part of the state's accountability system for the past several years. For the past two years, the state has experienced astronomical rates of chronic absenteeism due to the pandemic. This session will refresh attendees' understanding of the definition of chronic absence, key strategies for addressing chronic absence, and dispel common misconceptions of the measure.

Speakers

Lane Carr

Administrator, Office of Policy & Strategic Initiatives, NDE

Shirley Vargas

When Should We Intervene pdf

Redefining Chronic Absenteeism pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 3

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

Planning for Implementation of New Instructional Materials: Science Edition

In this session, we will build off the general implementation session for HQIMs and dive deeper into the resources needed to support the implementation of new science instructional materials. We will also hear from school and ESU leaders regarding their experiences implementing HQIMs for science, and we will showcase science-specific tools to support implementation. This session is a must if your schools are implementing new science materials this fall!

Speakers

Audrey Webb

NDE

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 6

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

Reimagine Family Engagement Using the Family Literacy Model

Are you interested in renewing your commitment to family engagement in order to positively impact student learning? If so, attend this session to learn about the Nebraska Statewide Family Engagement Centers (SFEC) including the Family Literacy model and evaluation outcomes. Project experts including a building principal, program leader, and parent will share their experiences.

Panel:
Jim York, O’Neill Elementary School Principal jimyork@oneillschools.org
Monica Asher, Lincoln Public School Family Literacy Coordinator masher@lps.org
Leesa Kraeger, Training Specialist at the National Center for Families Learning lkraeger@familieslearning.org

Speakers

Jeri Levesque

Jessica Boren

Nebraska Director, National Center for Families Learning

Jessica Boren was born and raised in the south region of Brazil. In 2008, she moved to Lincoln, NE with no previous knowledge of English. Over the next few years, she was able to learn English and Spanish through immersion. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Global Studies, with a... Read More →

SFEC Page PNG

SFEC Page 2 PNG

NCFL Family Literacy pdf

Reimagine Family Engagement Using the Family Literacy Model pptx

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 1

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

SecUrity. You Are at the Center, a Data Breach Response and Simulation experience.

Did you know that the education sector of our economy has more annual data attacks than any other sector in the country? The session, hosted by NDE and ESU staff, presents an opportunity to experience and understand how to identify strategies and supports to prevent a data breach and how to respond once a breach has occurred. A data breach simulation, which can be a valuable tool for understanding your districts preparedness, will be part of this presentation.

Speakers

Dorann Avey

Digital Learning Director, Nebraska Department of Education

Dorann Avey serves as an education leader currently serving as the Digital Learning Director for the Nebraska Department of Education. In her role, she not only spearheads digital learning initiatives but also holds the position of PK – 12 School Library Education Specialist. Before... Read More →

Gary Needham

Director of Technology, Educational Service Unit 9

Chris Struebing

State E-rate Coordinator, Nebraska Department of Education

SecUrity. You are at the center NDE Admin Day 2022 pdf

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 4

Hybrid

3:00pm CDT

Support…Development…and...(just a tiny bit of evaluation): A Roadmap to a new Educator Effectiveness Process

Effective systems put educators in a position to thrive where there is a distinction between support and development. Support is defined by the structures in place required to meet expectations, whereas with development, structures are in place where the educators can take ownership of their own growth and learning as professionals. Join the S.E.E.D. team and Bobby Truhe from KSB Law to engage in education perspectives from an educator effectiveness lens and a legal lens to see how districts can situate evaluation as the product of support and development, rather than the other way around.

Speakers

Wednesday July 27, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Silver 2

Hybrid