| | 0 | Psychological First Aid in Schools (PFA-S) Training | 10/14/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 |  | odie.workshops.Section |
October 14, 2025 @ 9:00 AM
The goal of the Psychological First Aid in Schools (PFA-S) Course is for PFA providers to understand how and when to provide Psychological First Aid for Schools after a school or community emergency.
Learning Objectives:
* Identify the basic objectives and intervention strategies of Psychological First Aid for Schools.
* Gain skills needed to implement the intervention strategies of Psychological First Aid for Schools.
* Appreciate the importance of providing Psychological First Aid for Schools after an emergency.
* Gain confidence in implementing Psychological First Aid for Schools after an event.
* Identify ways to enhance provider care.
Closed 9 Registered  10 Min; 50 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 10/15/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 15, 2025
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 17 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | ESU 1 and ESU 8 Collaborative Meeting | 10/15/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 15, 2025
This is a collaborative meeting with both ESU 1 and ESU 8 administration.
Open 20 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 10/17/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 17, 2025
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
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Closed 43 Registered 5 Min; 44 Max
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| | 0 | LAN Manager Meeting | 10/27/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Tech | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 27, 2025
This is a meeting intended for the local technical contact at each school.
Open 9 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 1 | 11/6/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 6, 2025
This is a behavioral crisis interaction training, giving teachers tools to manage themselves and to teach others to manage their own behavior. Participants learn to recognize the early warning signs of potentially violent behavior and intervene proactively through de-escalation techniques and positive behavior supports. Day 1 teaches prevention, which is the main goal of The Mandt System. The Mandt System helps staff to create a safe and caring school in which students can say “In this place and with these people I feel safe.”
Open 14 Registered (14 Registrations, 0 Students) 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 2 | 11/7/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 7, 2025
This is a behavioral crisis intervention training, The Mandt System builds skill development through a system of gradual and graded alternatives for de-escalating and assisting people, using a combination of interpersonal communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, and physical interaction techniques. This day focuses on learning the physical interaction techniques and when to apply these techniques.
Open 15 Registered (15 Registrations, 0 Students) 5 Min; 20 Max
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| | 0 | New Teacher Academy | 11/10/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 10, 2025
New Teacher Academy is for participating 1st year teachers in ESU 8.
Closed 22 Registered 1 Min; 35 Max
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| | 0 | New Principal Collaboration Day (for Charlie and Delta Teams) | 11/19/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 19, 2025
This event is designed specifically for new principals and principals new to ESU 8. Participants will spend the day developing a timeline for systems review and growth, identifying and prioritizing essential instructional and managerial leadership tasks, and building supportive professional relationships with colleagues. Lunch will be provided.
Open 3 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 11/20/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 20, 2025
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Download Overview
Closed 22 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Title I Collaboration Meeting | 11/24/2025 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
November 24, 2025
Title I teachers will come together to collaborate with colleagues, ESU 8 PD staff, and NDE on educator effectiveness, best practices, interventions, Title I requirements, and other topics. Lunch will be provided.
Open 16 Registered 5 Min; 50 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 12/10/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
December 10, 2025
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 17 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 12/15/2025 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
December 15, 2025
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Download Overview
Closed 43 Registered 5 Min; 44 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 2/3/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
February 3, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 17 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | World Language Teacher Collaboration Day | 2/5/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
February 5, 2026
World Language teachers will collaborate with other teachers, NDE, and ESU 8 staff to learn teaching strategies.
Open 2 Registered 10 Min; 100 Max
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| | 0 | TIP Support with the Office of Special Education | 2/11/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
February 11, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
ESU 8 is hosting the Nebraska Department of Education's Office of Special Education for a facilitated work session on your District's Targeted Improvement Plan. This offers an opportunity to seek clarification and initiate planning for the 2025-2026 TIP submission.
Open 12 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | NDE Health and PE | 3/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 3, 2026
Shayla Ruth from NDE will attend and we will discuss updates from the NDE, give PE teachers a chance to collaborate across the ESU and share activities that work well in their own classrooms.
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 3/9/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 9, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Download Overview
Closed 43 Registered 5 Min; 44 Max
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| | 0 | Library Media Specialist Collaboration Day | 3/16/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 16, 2026
Library Media Specialists will meet to collaborate with each other, NDE, and ESU staff.
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 3/23/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 23, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 17 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | TIP Support & ILCD Team Collaboration Day | 3/25/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 25, 2026
A day dedicated to work on your District's Targeted Improvement Plan, ask questions, and collaborate with your team and/or other Special Education teachers in ESU 8.
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 5/1/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
May 1, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Download Overview
Closed 43 Registered 5 Min; 44 Max
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| | 0 | Restorative Practices (RP) Training | 5/29/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
May 29, 2026
Restorative practices is a social science and behavioral management approach that emphasizes repairing harm and mending relationships through communication and dialogue, rather than solely relying on punishment.
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| | 0 | Restorative Practices (RP) Training | 9/23/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 23, 2026
Restorative practices is a social science and behavioral management approach that emphasizes repairing harm and mending relationships through communication and dialogue, rather than solely relying on punishment.
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