| | 0 | 26-27 Principal Zoom Collaboration | 8/19/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Brady | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 |  | odie.workshops.Section |
August 19, 2026
An opportunity to provide time and space for conversation, collaboration, and problem-resolving.
Remote
Open 1 Registered  No Min; 12 Max
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| | 0 | New Principal Teacher Evaluation | 8/20/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Valentine | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 20, 2026
New Principal Teacher Evaluation Day is a targeted training designed for newer administrators who want to move beyond compliance and into meaningful instructional leadership. Grounded in feedback from principals across the region, this session focuses on how to structure effective pre- and post-observation conferences, deliver differentiated and actionable feedback, and confidently navigate difficult conversations—all through a growth-oriented lens. With practical tools and opportunities to apply key skills, this training empowers leaders to transform teacher evaluation into a powerful driver of professional growth and improved student learning.
Open 2 Registered No Min; 15 Max
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| | 0 | Safe With You Series - Columbus 2026-2027 | 8/22/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 22, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
SAFETY TRAINING: THE LICENSEE/DIRECTOR/TEACHERS MUST COMPLETE TRAINING DEVELOPED BY THE EARLY CHILDHOOD TRAINING CENTER ON SUDDEN UNEXPLAINED INFANT DEATH (SUID), SAFE SLEEP FOR INFANTS, ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA, AND CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT AND REPORTING.
EVERY FIVE YEARS, SAFETY TRAINING (SAFE WITH YOU) SHOULD BE REPEATED.
ABC’S OF SAFE SLEEP (1HOUR)
NEVER SHAKE A CHILD(1HOUR)
POWER TO PROTECT -(2HOURS)
Open 1 Registered 10 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | PD Playground: Learn, Connect, Create! - Columbus | 8/24/2026 6:30:00 PM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 24, 2026
A networking event that’s actually fun and counts as professional development (PD) should feel more like an experience than a lecture. Think interactive, low-pressure, and practical—where people leave with both new connections and something they can use right away.
Blend networking with hands-on learning so participants:
Build meaningful connections
Share real strategies
Walk away with ready-to-use ideas
Participants will list two new strategies learned during the session.
Participants will complete a reflection identifying one change they plan to implement.
Participants will engage in at least one structured peer discussion activity.
Open 4 Registered 10 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Early Learning Guidelines - ZOOM -DAYTIME 2026-2027 | 8/28/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 28, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
Early Learning Guidelines training workshops have been created to assist early childhood caregivers/teachers and other adults with information about supporting the learning anddevelopment of children.
Please make sure you have a working camera, audio capabilities, and are prepared to engage in the training.
August 28th - Approaches to Learning
September 11th - Social and Emotional
November 13th Language and Literacy
January 29th - Mathematics
February 26th - Creative Arts
April 9th - Science
May 28th - Health and Physical
Remote
Open 1 Registered 10 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Title I meeting | 9/1/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Koliha | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 1, 2026
Title 1 teacher networking event.
This event will be an in person only event, that will be taking place in the Oak/Maple conference room, in the north building.
Lunch will be one hour on your own.
Open 6 Registered No Min; 25 Max
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| | 0 | Adaptive Schools: Leading and Collaborating Teams Who Excel | 9/2/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Ericson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 2, 2026
This is a four day training that will be taking place on 9/2/26, 9/29/26, 10/14/26 & 11/10/26. Register once and attend all four days.
Dr. Bess Scott will be the presenter.
Imagine a collaborative team that uses its time effectively and works through challenges together, where team members are engaged, share diverse perspectives, stay focused on common goals, and turn ideas into meaningful action. Join us at ESU 7 for the Adaptive Schools Seminar facilitated by Dr. Bess Scott. Adaptive Schools is the “how” of professional learning communities: how to behave in groups, how to lead them, and how to facilitate them to improve leading, teaching, and learning.
Adaptive Schools isn't your average professional learning. It's an interactive four days packed with tools and strategies to elevate your team's collaboration. Discover new ways to boost engagement, spark productive conversations, and make stronger decisions together. Learn strategies to engage conflict constructively and strengthen collaboration. Walk away from the four days ready to implement techniques to maintain focus, create positive momentum, and foster a resourceful, adaptive, and resilient
school environment. Participants include: Superintendents, Principals, SPED Directors, Curriculum Directors, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, or anyone who is tasked with leading teams of people through meetings, initiatives, and problem solving.
Title II-A stipends will be given to staff who are members of the ESU 7 Title II-A Consortium.
FREE for those within ESU 7. Those outside of ESU 7 will be charged a $50 materials fee.
Lunch will be one hour off-campus, on your own.
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| | 0 | ESU 7 Superintendent Meeting | 9/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 Admin | Morsett | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 3, 2026
Superintendent Meeting.
Breakfast will be served.
Open 1 Registered No Min; 25 Max
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| | 0 | 26-27 New Teacher Cohort #9 | 9/9/2026 2:30:00 PM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Gustafson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 9, 2026
New Teacher Cohort.
This event is for ESU 7 teachers only.
FREE for those within ESU 7.
This is a new teacher support series for teachers who are in their first or second year of teaching. There will be two in person days, and 6 one hour zoom meetings will be scheduled for grade/content level collaboration.
The zoom link will be emailed to you 3 days before the zoom sessions.
Remote
Open
0 Registered
No Min; 60 Max
Register
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| | 0 | Early Learning Guidelines - ZOOM -DAYTIME 2026-2027 | 9/11/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 11, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
Early Learning Guidelines training workshops have been created to assist early childhood caregivers/teachers and other adults with information about supporting the learning anddevelopment of children.
Please make sure you have a working camera, audio capabilities, and are prepared to engage in the training.
August 28th - Approaches to Learning
September 11th - Social and Emotional
November 13th Language and Literacy
January 29th - Mathematics
February 26th - Creative Arts
April 9th - Science
May 28th - Health and Physical
Remote
Open
0 Registered
10 Min; 40 Max
Register
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| | 0 | 2026 Albion Early Childhood Conference | 9/12/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 12, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
REFUEL, RESET AND REPLENISH: CREATIVE TOOLS FOR RESILIENCY
IN THIS INTERACTIVE SESSION, WE'LL EXPLORE THE REALITIES OF COMPASSION FATIGUE, SECONDARY TRAUMA, AND BURNOUT THROUGH THE LENS OF CURRENT RESEARCH AND REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCES. YOU'LL LEAVE WITH PRACTICAL, CREATIVE, AND EASY-TO-USE STRATEGIES THAT FIT INTO YOUR EVERYDAY ROUTINE, HELPING YOU PROTECT YOUR WELL-BEING WHILE CONTINUING TO DO THE WORK YOU LOVE. EXPECT FRESH IDEAS, HELPFUL RESOURCES, AND A FEW FUN SURPRISES THAT WILL LEAVE YOU FEELING RECHARGED, INSPIRED, AND READY TO REFILL YOUR OWN CUP.
Open 8 Registered 20 Min; 60 Max
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| | 0 | Indicator 13 Self-Assessment & Transition Data Dig Boost Day | 9/15/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 Admin | Arndt | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 15, 2026
Start the day by strengthening your Indicator 13 self-assessment skills and meeting data reporting requirements. Then, get ready to dig into your student data! Discover how gathering and analyzing information from multiple sources before writing a transition-focused IEP transforms planning from a compliance task into a meaningful process. Learn how to uncover each student's Strengths, Preferences, Interests, and Needs (SPIN), identify gaps, and use the information to drive purposeful transition assessments, stronger PLAAFPs, and high-quality IEPs that truly prepare students for life after high school. Bring your curiosity—we'll help you turn student data into intentional transition planning! Lunch will be on your own.
Open 1 Registered No Min; 55 Max
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| | 0 | 2026-2027 Early Learning Connection Partnership Meetings | 9/18/2026 1:00:00 PM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 18, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
As valued partners, your collaboration, insights, and commitment continue to make a meaningful impact. These meetings provide an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, share updates, explore new opportunities, and strengthen the relationships that help us move forward together.
We look forward to engaging conversations, fresh ideas, and the chance to connect as we plan for another successful year. Your participation is an important part of shaping our shared future, and we would be honored to have you join us.
Together, we can build on our successes, embrace new possibilities, and continue creating positive outcomes for the communities and people we serve.
Kickoff Meeting: September 18th, 2026 via ZOOM from 1pm -3pm
Mid Year Check in: January 15th, 2027 via ZOOM from 1pm-3pm
Planning Retreat: March 19th, 2027 10am -2pm IN PERSON Columbus @ ESU 7
Remote
Open 13 Registered 10 Min; 50 Max
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| | 0 | Principal Cluster | 9/23/2026 8:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Ericson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 23, 2026
Principal Cluster meeting
Open 1 Registered No Min; 50 Max
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| | 0 | New Principal Cohort | 9/23/2026 12:00:00 PM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Valentine | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 23, 2026
The New Principal Cohort supports new building leaders as they begin or transition into a new principal role. Through the cohort, you will receive support on a variety of topics including:
Building a vision and core values
Understanding the current culture and building the culture you desire
Teacher Evaluation and Feedback
Data collection and analysis
Hiring and retaining quality staff
Principal Professional Development
Leading Change
This will be an in person only event, and will be the kickoff event for the New Principal Cohort. The Cohort meets three times a year in conjunction with Principal Clusters. ESU staff are also available to meet with you one-on-one and send out regular updates to provide tips and information as you transition into your first administrative role.
New Leader luncheon will be held during the lunch hour.
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| | 0 | Regional Continuous Improvement Workshop | 9/24/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Gustafson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 24, 2026
This one-day workshop brings together presenters from the Nebraska Department of Education, Educational Service Units (ESUs), NeMTSS, and school district personnel to support school leadership teams in strengthening their continuous school improvement processes. Through breakout sessions that focus on the five requirements in section 009 of Rule 10, participants will review mission and vision statements, analyze key data, set student-achievement–focused improvement goals, and develop aligned action and professional development plans. Emphasis is placed on equity, accountability, and evaluating progress to ensure sustained improvement across the five-year cycle.
Open 2 Registered No Min; 66 Max
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| | 0 | Book Study: Cheers to Monday by Amy Leneker | 9/24/2026 6:30:00 PM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 24, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
This book study invites participants to:
Identify the hidden sources of stress in their personal and professional lives.
Learn practical tools to manage stress without sacrificing performance or purpose.
Reflect on how healthier leadership and daily habits can improve relationships, teamwork, and well-being.
Encourage one another to make meaningful, sustainable changes that lead to greater resilience and joy.
Whether you're a leader, professional, volunteer, or simply looking for a healthier way to approach each week, this study provides engaging discussion, practical application, and encouragement to help you move from surviving Mondays to celebrating them
Open 4 Registered 10 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Safe With You Series - ZOOM 2026-2027 | 9/26/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 26, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
SAFETY TRAINING: THE LICENSEE/DIRECTOR/TEACHERS MUST COMPLETE TRAINING DEVELOPED BY THE EARLY CHILDHOOD TRAINING CENTER ON SUDDEN UNEXPLAINED INFANT DEATH (SUID), SAFE SLEEP FOR INFANTS, ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA, AND CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT AND REPORTING.
EVERY FIVE YEARS, SAFETY TRAINING (SAFE WITH YOU) SHOULD BE REPEATED.
ABC’S OF SAFE SLEEP (1HOUR)
NEVER SHAKE A CHILD(1HOUR)
POWER TO PROTECT -(2HOURS)
Remote
Open
0 Registered
10 Min; 40 Max
Register
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| | 0 | The Anxious Generation Book Study - Fremont | 9/28/2026 6:30:00 PM | | ESU 7 ELC | Story | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 28, 2026
Turning Pages, Sparking Change
Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking book study where each chapter becomes a conversation starter. This is more than just reading — it’s a space to reflect, connect, and grow together. Through guided discussions, interactive activities, and real-world applications, we’ll explore key themes, challenge assumptions, and discover fresh perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just dipping your toes in, this experience will inspire both personal insight and collective action.
Session 1 -9/28/26
Session 2 -10/29/26
Session 3 -11/30/26
Open 1 Registered 10 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Adaptive Schools: Leading and Collaborating Teams Who Excel | 9/29/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 7 Professional Development | Ericson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 29, 2026
This is a four day training that will be taking place on 9/2/26, 9/29/26, 10/14/26 & 11/10/26. Register once and attend all four days.
Dr. Bess Scott will be the presenter.
Imagine a collaborative team that uses its time effectively and works through challenges together, where team members are engaged, share diverse perspectives, stay focused on common goals, and turn ideas into meaningful action. Join us at ESU 7 for the Adaptive Schools Seminar facilitated by Dr. Bess Scott. Adaptive Schools is the “how” of professional learning communities: how to behave in groups, how to lead them, and how to facilitate them to improve leading, teaching, and learning.
Adaptive Schools isn't your average professional learning. It's an interactive four days packed with tools and strategies to elevate your team's collaboration. Discover new ways to boost engagement, spark productive conversations, and make stronger decisions together. Learn strategies to engage conflict constructively and strengthen collaboration. Walk away from the four days ready to implement techniques to maintain focus, create positive momentum, and foster a resourceful, adaptive, and resilient
school environment. Participants include: Superintendents, Principals, SPED Directors, Curriculum Directors, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, or anyone who is tasked with leading teams of people through meetings, initiatives, and problem solving.
Title II-A stipends will be given to staff who are members of the ESU 7 Title II-A Consortium.
FREE for those within ESU 7. Those outside of ESU 7 will be charged a $50 materials fee.
Lunch will be one hour off-campus, on your own.
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