2025 NCE Conference: Full Schedule

9:00am CDT

FBLA Advisers Training

Monday June 9, 2025 9:00am - 11:15am CDT

The speaker will provide leadership development tools for our new and advanced FBLA advisers to increase student involvement in their chapters.

Speakers

Patty Hendrickson

Interactive Leadership Speaker, Hendrickson Leadership Group, Inc.

Angie Palmer

FBLA Chair, FBLA

Monday June 9, 2025 9:00am - 11:15am CDT
Diamond 5

Business Marketing and Management Communication and Information Systems

1:00pm CDT

Student Leadership Blueprint

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

The Student Leadership Blueprint: Skills for Impact and Influence is a dynamic workshop designed to help educators cultivate leadership skills in their students. Participants will explore practical strategies for fostering confidence, critical thinking, and collaboration, empowering students to take initiative and create positive change. Through interactive discussions and real-world applications, teachers will gain tools to nurture a classroom culture of leadership and lifelong success.

Speakers

Patty Hendrickson

Interactive Leadership Speaker, Hendrickson Leadership Group, Inc.

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
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Cross Career Field Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Business Marketing and Management Communication and Information Systems Human Sciences and Education (FCS) Health Sciences Skilled and Technical Sciences School Counselors

2:00pm CDT

Building Skills, Breaking Barriers: Supporting EL Learners in CTE

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

As classrooms become more diverse, both middle and high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators are faced with the challenge of supporting English Language Learners (EL) in mastering both language and technical skills. This session will offer practical, research-based strategies for middle school and high school teachers to help ELLs succeed in CTE environments specifically Family and Consumer Sciences classrooms. Middle school educators, in particular, will benefit from approaches that build foundational language skills, prepare students for the transition to high school, and engage them in hands-on learning. From scaffolding instruction to fostering an inclusive classroom culture, this session will provide actionable techniques for breaking down language barriers and building skills that will last a lifetime.

Speakers

Bethany Green

Maiya Miller

Kristin Vest

Curriculum Coordinator for FCS and Health Sciences, Lincoln Public Schools

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
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Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Business Marketing and Management Communication and Information Systems Human Sciences and Education (FCS) Health Sciences Skilled and Technical Sciences

3:00pm CDT

NSBEA - LDI

Monday June 9, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Diamond 5

Invite Only - NSBEA LDI

Speakers

Lorrie Mowry

Chair, NSBEA

Monday June 9, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Business Marketing and Management Communication and Information Systems School Counselors CTE Administrators WBL Coordinators Postsecondary Instructors

10:00am CDT

FCSTN Business Meeting

Tuesday June 10, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Diamond 5

By Invitation Only: Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers of Nebraska (FCSTN) Board Meeting for all FCSTN members

Speakers

Carol Erwin

Professor, Wayne State College

Michelle Paxton

Teacher, Palmyra Jr Sr High School

I am a dedicated Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) teacher in Palmyra, Nebraska. I am passionate about imparting essential life skills to students. With expertise in design, nutrition, development, and interpersonal communication, I work to create dynamic learning experiences in... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Diamond 5

Human Sciences and Education (FCS)

11:00am CDT

Integrating FCCLA Competitive Events & National Programs

Tuesday June 10, 2025 11:00am - 11:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

Discover how to integrate FCCLA Competitive Events and National Programs into your Family and Consumer Sciences classroom to enhance student learning and career readiness. This session will explore FCCLA's STAR Events, Skill Demonstration Events, and eight peer-to-peer National Programs, focusing on their alignment with Nebraska state standards and their connection to courses in the Education and Training, Human Services, and Hospitality and Tourism career clusters. Participants will take part in a working session to align the National Programs with Nebraska state standards.

Speakers

Miranda Bright

Human Sciences & Education Career Field Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Tuesday June 10, 2025 11:00am - 11:45pm CDT
Diamond 5

Human Sciences and Education (FCS)

1:00pm CDT

EdRising & FCCLA Roundtables

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

This interactive and fast-paced session provides Educators Rising Teacher Leaders and FCCLA Chapter Advisers an opportunity to network, connect, and share best practices. Each table, led by a teacher or specialist, will focus on topics such as chapter management, competitive events, community service, fundraisers, and membership.

Speakers

Miranda Bright

Human Sciences & Education Career Field Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Chelsey Greene

Human Sciences & Education Career Field Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Diamond 5

Human Sciences and Education (FCS)

2:00pm CDT

Managing Allergies in Classrooms and Foods Labs

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

With allergies on the rise, what procedures do you have in place for dealing with food allergies? Information will be shared about common and best practices in the FCS classroom and foods labs. Traditional classroom and foods lab projects and procedures may have to be adjusted. Be prepared to help our FCS colleagues brainstorm solutions for unique situations.

Speakers

Carol Erwin

Professor, Wayne State College

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Diamond 5

Human Sciences and Education (FCS)

3:00pm CDT

Human Sciences & Education Roundtables

Tuesday June 10, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT

Diamond 5

This interactive and fast-paced session offers the opportunity to network, connect, and share best practices. Each table, led by a teacher or specialist, will focus on a different best practice topic related to Family and Consumer Sciences, Education and Training, Human Services, Hospitality and Tourism, or Law and Public Safety.

Speakers

Miranda Bright

Human Sciences & Education Career Field Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Chelsey Greene

Human Sciences & Education Career Field Specialist, Nebraska Department of Education

Tuesday June 10, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Diamond 5

Human Sciences and Education (FCS)

9:00am CDT

Teaching Students to Be A+ Organizational Citizens

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT

Diamond 5

In today’s fast-paced and collaborative workplaces, success is no longer measured solely by technical skills or individual performance but by one’s ability to contribute positively to the organization as a whole. This session explores how educators can cultivate the values, attitudes, and behaviors necessary for students to become exemplary organizational citizens in their future careers.
We will discuss strategies to embed organizational citizenship concepts—such as teamwork, adaptability, ethical decision-making, and proactive problem-solving—into the classroom experience. Participants will leave with actionable teaching methods and resources to inspire students to lead with integrity, act responsibly, and contribute meaningfully to their current and future organizations.

Speakers

Dr. Jenny Murnane-Rainey

Associate Professor of Management and Strategy, Midland University

Nick Schreck

Dean, School of Business, Midland University

My name is Nick and I teach digital marketing at Midland University. I love experiential learning, edtech, marketing, and helping students make connections in business. I've been married to my wife, Katie, for 10 years. We have two kids, live in Arlington, NE and have a fur-filled... Read More →

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Diamond 5

Business Marketing and Management CTE Administrators WBL Coordinators

10:00am CDT

You Want to Get Started with Canva?

Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Diamond 5

So you want to get to know Canvas, do you? Whether you’re designing posters, presentations, or social media graphics, this session is for you! No need to feel Grinchy if you’re new to Canva or unsure how to use tools like background removers. Being a beginner means endless possibilities, and we’re here to help you unlock your full creative potential. Let’s turn your ideas into visuals you’ll love so much more!

Speakers

Shelly Mowinkel

Career & Tech Teacher & Technology Integration Coach, Milford Jr/Sr High School

Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
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Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Business Marketing and Management Communication and Information Systems Human Sciences and Education (FCS) Health Sciences Skilled and Technical Sciences School Counselors

11:45am CDT

General Conference Lunch

Wednesday June 11, 2025 11:45am - 2:00pm CDT

Diamond 5

Baked Potato Bar

Wednesday June 11, 2025 11:45am - 2:00pm CDT
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Administrators, Cross Career Field | CTE Administrators, Cross Career Field | Postsecondary Instructors, Cross Career Field | School Counselors, Cross Career Field | WBL Coordinators, Cross Career Field