| | 0 | CPI Re-Certification | 8/3/2026 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 |  | odie.workshops.Section |
August 3, 2026
“CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention ® Training is a safe, nonharmful behavior management system designed to help professionals in any setting provide the best possible Care, Welfare, Safety, and SecurtySM of individuals presenting a range of crisis behaviors.” 1
“The focus of this program is to build the knowledge and skills you need to recognize and manage crisis behaviors you may encounter in your workplace. As you manage these behaviors, you will begin to establish a common philosophy and a culture of safety for your organization.” 2
Open 11 Registered  3 Min; 30 Max
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| | 0 | Collaborative Collections: Workshop for ESU 4 Area Teachers of Life Skills and Transition Programs" | 8/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 3, 2026
Collaborative activities 2026-2027 - Band App
AI - Google Gemini and Notebook LM
Data Collection
Transition IEPs
Behavior Challenges
Special Olympics / Unified Sports
VR Kits and task boxes
Transition Assessments
Open 5 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | CPI Re-Certification | 8/3/2026 12:30:00 PM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 3, 2026
“CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention ® Training is a safe, nonharmful behavior management system designed to help professionals in any setting provide the best possible Care, Welfare, Safety, and SecurtySM of individuals presenting a range of crisis behaviors.” 1
“The focus of this program is to build the knowledge and skills you need to recognize and manage crisis behaviors you may encounter in your workplace. As you manage these behaviors, you will begin to establish a common philosophy and a culture of safety for your organization.”
THIS IS A HYBRID EVENT
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| | 0 | CPI NEW Training | 8/4/2026 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 4, 2026
“CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention ® Training is a safe, nonharmful behavior management system designed to help professionals in any setting provide the best possible Care, Welfare, Safety, and SecurtySM of individuals presenting a range of crisis behaviors.”1
“The focus of this program is to build the knowledge and skills you need to recognize and manage crisis behaviors you may encounter in your workplace. As you manage these behaviors, you will begin to establish a common philosophy and a culture of safety for your organization.” 2
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| | 0 | New Teacher Network | 8/5/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 5, 2026
New teacher network----Session 1
A cohort support system. Topics include:
Classroom Management
Gallup Strengths
SPED/Behavior Support
Parent Communication
Professionalism
Instructional Goal Setting
Student Engagement
Self-Care
Peer Support
Open 3 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | Fall 26 Special Education Institute | 8/5/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 5, 2026
The Fall 2026 Special Education Institute provides educators with essential knowledge and practical strategies to support compliant, high-quality special education programming.
Sessions will focus on strengthening paperwork practices and ensuring alignment with Nebraska Department of Education requirements while promoting efficient and accurate documentation.
Participants will explore classroom zoning techniques to intentionally structure learning environments that maximize engagement, independence, and behavioral success. The institute will also highlight current legal updates to help teams remain informed, reduce risk, and confidently implement required procedures.
In addition, educators will develop skills for building strong family partnerships through effective communication, trust-building, and collaborative problem-solving—recognizing families as critical partners in student success.
This institute equips professionals with actionable tools to enhance compliance, create supportive classrooms, stay legally informed, and foster meaningful connections with families.
Open 17 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | TNTP Science of Reading 4-12 Application | 8/5/2026 12:30:00 PM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 450.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 5, 2026
Learn about what the science of reading means for teaching and learning in the reading to learn grades.
- TNTP’s self-guided, asynchronous online course (12-15 hours total)
- In-Person Application Session (2.5 hours)
1 Year TNTP Content Access
Cost: $450 | ESU 4 public K-5 educators $0
Stipend: $350 Completion Stipend for ESU 4 K-5 public educators only, provided through the ESU 4 CLSD K-5 Consortium
Timeline:
- REGISTER BY MAY 15
- Receive module access by JUNE 15
- Complete coursework by AUGUST 5
- Attend AUGUST 5 Application Session (12:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Syracuse Middle School)
Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Middle School teachers are already rostered and DO NOT need to register here.
Questions? Contact Jen (jmadison@esu4.net)
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| | 0 | Para Educator Academy | 8/6/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 6, 2026
The Paraeducator Academy is a comprehensive professional learning experience designed to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and confidence of paraeducators supporting students in today’s classrooms.
Participants will engage in practical, research-based strategies focused on instructional support, behavior management, effective collaboration with teachers, and understanding special education requirements.
This academy provides tools and resources paraeducators can immediately implement to enhance student learning, promote inclusive practices, and support positive educational outcomes for all students.
Open 7 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | Substitute Teacher Day | 8/19/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 19, 2026
Calling all substitute teachers!
We will be exploring engagement strategies and other tools to help you have a successful day substitute teaching
Open 2 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | SRS 1/2 day Training & Updates | 8/20/2026 12:00:00 PM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 20, 2026
SRS IEP Training – August 20, 2026 (ZOOM Session)
Join us for a remote training designed to support effective use of the SRS system for IFSP/IEP and student services documentation. This session will provide guidance aligned with IDEA and Section 504 requirements, and is also applicable for ADVISER team members.
Three targeted sessions will be offered to meet the needs of different user groups:
New User Training: 12:00 – 2:00 PM
Designed for staff new to SRS!
Covering foundational navigation, data entry, and IEP workflow processes.
Administrator Training: 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Focused on oversight functions and administrative tools within SRS.
ADVISER Training: 2:30 – 3:00 PM
Specific guidance for ADVISER reporting requirements, data accuracy, and submission processes.
This virtual training provides practical support to strengthen compliance, improve data quality, and enhance service delivery for students receiving special education and related services.
Remote
Open 2 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | AIM Pathways to Proficient Reading COHORT 3 | 8/31/2026 3:45:00 PM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 31, 2026
AIM Pathways to Proficient Reading is designed as a blended learning professional development opportunity introducing the Science of Reading to educators, special educators and reading specialists looking to incorporate evidence-based practices for language and literacy instruction.
DETAILS:
- AIM Pathways to Proficient Reading (PPR) is approved for NE Revised Statute 79-2607 ("adequately trained regarding evidence-based reading instruction")
- Eligible Participants: ESU 4 K-5 Literacy Educators
- Estimated Time to Complete: 45-50 hours total
Pre-Course Knowledge Inventory
Online Modules (17 Sections)
6 one-hour, synchronous Virtual Communities of Practice (VCoP)
Post-Course Knowledge Inventory
- Successful Completion Stipend: $500 (complete coursework, earn >80%, attend all VCoP sessions)
- 3 credit-hour option: Arcadia University ($450 cost to participant)
- Learn more https://institute.aimpa.org/aim-pathways/aim-pathways-individual-cohort/ppr. (Important Note: View the syllabus for many other relevant details. Dates on this webpage are specific to individual licensing; *ESU 4 dates will be determined soon!)
- The ESU 4 CLSD Consortium is funding the course fee ($625-750/participant), printed materials ($100/participant) and successful completion stipend ($500/participant).
- Each cohort is limited to 30 participants.
Tentative Schedule: 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Zoom
- Aug 31: Orientation
- Oct 19: VCoP #1
- Nov 30: VCoP #2
- Jan 11: VCoP #3
- Feb 17: VCoP #4
- Mar 17: VCoP #5
- April 28: VCoP #6
- May 28: Post-Course Inventory & All Coursework Due
Questions? Contact Jen (jmadison@esu4.net)
Contact Jen Madison (jmadison@esu4.net) if the capacity has been reached and you'd like to register.
Remote
Open 10 Registered 10 Min; 12 Max
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| | 0 | Indicator 13 Guided Upload | 9/22/2026 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
September 22, 2026
Indicator 13 is a 100% Compliance Indicator. All districts must evaluate the files chosen by NDE and complete the Self-Evaluation. Complete this self-evaluation prior to the deadline and identify areas of need to plan ahead for next steps. Participants must bring a computer and/or hard copies if IEPs selected by NDE. These files will be located on the ILCD tab. Letters of notification are sent to Superintendents or Special Education Directors. Please watch the NDE SPED Blast for notifications of when these become available.
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| | 0 | LETRS VOLUME 1 (Units 1-4) Cohort 4 2026-2027 | 10/5/2026 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 5, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
Lexia LETRS K-5 is approved for meeting NE Revised Statute 79-2607 ("adequately trained regarding evidence-based reading instruction).
Target Participants: ESU 4 K-5 Educators
Volume 1, Unit 1: October 5, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 2: December 14, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 3: February 22, 2027
Volume 1, Unit 4: April 26, 2027
MAKEUP Date: June 3, 2027
VOLUME 1 estimated time to complete: 70-87 hours (includes online modules/reading, Bridge to Practice activities, and 4 full-day in-person sessions)
Learn more about LETRS at https://www.lexialearning.com/letrs or see the LETRS Brochure
Successful Completion Stipend: $1000 (pending CLSD Year 3 funding)
Credit Options: Peru State College, Doane University, American College of Education
The ESU 4 CLSD Consortium is funding the course professional learning and partnership fees ($731/participant), online and print materials ($399/participant), and a successful completion stipend ($1000/participant), pending year 3 funding.
Participants should plan to complete LETRS Certification K-5 Volume 2 in 2027-2028.
Special Note: APS, Calvert Elementary educators will be Cohort 3 and are already registered through your school. If you teach at Calvert, you DO NOT need to register here.
We will have a kickoff over Zoom the first week of August. Date coming soon!
Open 7 Registered No Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Counselors Fall Networking | 10/15/2026 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
October 15, 2026
ESU 4 Counselor Collaboration Day
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| | 0 | LETRS VOLUME 1 (Units 1-4) Cohort 4 2026-2027 | 12/14/2026 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
December 14, 2026 @ 8:30 AM
Lexia LETRS K-5 is approved for meeting NE Revised Statute 79-2607 ("adequately trained regarding evidence-based reading instruction).
Target Participants: ESU 4 K-5 Educators
Volume 1, Unit 1: October 5, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 2: December 14, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 3: February 22, 2027
Volume 1, Unit 4: April 26, 2027
MAKEUP Date: June 3, 2027
VOLUME 1 estimated time to complete: 70-87 hours (includes online modules/reading, Bridge to Practice activities, and 4 full-day in-person sessions)
Learn more about LETRS at https://www.lexialearning.com/letrs or see the LETRS Brochure
Successful Completion Stipend: $1000 (pending CLSD Year 3 funding)
Credit Options: Peru State College, Doane University, American College of Education
The ESU 4 CLSD Consortium is funding the course professional learning and partnership fees ($731/participant), online and print materials ($399/participant), and a successful completion stipend ($1000/participant), pending year 3 funding.
Participants should plan to complete LETRS Certification K-5 Volume 2 in 2027-2028.
Special Note: APS, Calvert Elementary educators will be Cohort 3 and are already registered through your school. If you teach at Calvert, you DO NOT need to register here.
We will have a kickoff over Zoom the first week of August. Date coming soon!
Open 7 Registered No Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Counselors Spring Networking Session | 2/9/2027 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
February 9, 2027
ESU 4 Counselor Collaboration Day
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| | 0 | LETRS VOLUME 1 (Units 1-4) Cohort 4 2026-2027 | 2/22/2027 8:30:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
February 22, 2027 @ 8:30 AM
Lexia LETRS K-5 is approved for meeting NE Revised Statute 79-2607 ("adequately trained regarding evidence-based reading instruction).
Target Participants: ESU 4 K-5 Educators
Volume 1, Unit 1: October 5, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 2: December 14, 2026
Volume 1, Unit 3: February 22, 2027
Volume 1, Unit 4: April 26, 2027
MAKEUP Date: June 3, 2027
VOLUME 1 estimated time to complete: 70-87 hours (includes online modules/reading, Bridge to Practice activities, and 4 full-day in-person sessions)
Learn more about LETRS at https://www.lexialearning.com/letrs or see the LETRS Brochure
Successful Completion Stipend: $1000 (pending CLSD Year 3 funding)
Credit Options: Peru State College, Doane University, American College of Education
The ESU 4 CLSD Consortium is funding the course professional learning and partnership fees ($731/participant), online and print materials ($399/participant), and a successful completion stipend ($1000/participant), pending year 3 funding.
Participants should plan to complete LETRS Certification K-5 Volume 2 in 2027-2028.
Special Note: APS, Calvert Elementary educators will be Cohort 3 and are already registered through your school. If you teach at Calvert, you DO NOT need to register here.
We will have a kickoff over Zoom the first week of August. Date coming soon!
Open 7 Registered No Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | TIP Day With NDE/NeMTSS | 3/4/2027 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 4, 2027
Join Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) and Nebraska Multi-Tiered System of Supports (NeMTSS) and for a collaborative professional learning day focused on continuous improvement in special education outcomes.
During this interactive session, district teams will:
Analyze district data to identify strengths, trends, and areas of need.
Review state performance and compliance indicators to guide decision-making.
Collaborate with NDE and NeMTSS facilitators to develop or refine a data-driven Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP).
Establish measurable goals, evidence-based action steps, and progress monitoring strategies.
Strengthen team capacity to implement sustainable systems that improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
This hands-on planning session is designed to help district teams leave with a comprehensive, actionable TIP that aligns with state priorities, supports continuous improvement, and promotes positive educational outcomes for all learners.
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| | 0 | TIP Workday | 3/16/2027 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
March 16, 2027
Protected work time and space for teams to:
*Reflect on the 25-26 TIP using feedback from reviewers and guidance from NDE.
*Review updates to TIP platform and submission requirements shared during the TIP workshop.
Apply the problem-solving model with your team to identify next steps for TIP submission.
Access targeted support and consultation from ESU 4 and NeMTSS.
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| | 0 | TIP Workshop #2 | 4/6/2027 9:00:00 AM | | Educational Service Unit 4 | McConnaughey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 6, 2027
Protected work time and space for teams to:
*Reflect on the 25-26 TIP using feedback from reviewers and guidance from NDE.
*Review updates to TIP platform and submission requirements shared during the TIP workshop.
Apply the problem-solving model with your team to identify next steps for TIP submission.
Access targeted support and consultation from ESU 4 and NeMTSS.
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