| | 24983 | HAL: MCC Biomimicry in Engineering | 4/2/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 |  | odie.workshops.Section |
April 2, 2026
Workshop Information-
Nature's own innovative designs are often inspiration for cutting-edge technology. Using nature as a model for human problem-solving is the basis of biomimicry. You'll explore how the principles of biology, evolution and adaptation can be harnessed to create more sustainable, efficient and resilient engineering solutions.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 16 Registered (1 Registration, 15 Students)  1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24386 | Special Education Facilitators and the Leadership Grind | 4/2/2026 12:00:00 PM | | ESU#3 Student Services | Harvey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 2, 2026
Special Education Facilitators and the Leadership Grind
Empowering leaders to support, implement, and elevate special education practices.
Intended audience:
Special Education Facilitators, Supervisors, Coordinators, Leaders
Outcomes:
-Outline the responsibilities of a facilitator and develop effective approaches to help teachers successfully apply theoretical knowledge in practical classroom settings.
-Practice communication skills and equip facilitators with techniques to build and sustain strong collaborative partnerships.
-Provide practical tools and identify strategies to effectively support and hold teachers accountable for the implementation of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) and development of compliant and high-quality Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
-Apply evidence-based practices to foster inclusive learning environments. -
Closed 48 Registered No Min; 25 Max
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| | 24763 | CLC e-Mission | 4/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 3, 2026
Please contact Adam Larson at alarson@esu3.org for more information.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Remote
Cancelled
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| | 24976 | HAL: MCC Hydroponic Adventures | 4/6/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 6, 2026
Join us for an exciting adventure into the world of indoor hydroponic growing systems! In this hands-on class, you'll learn how we can grow fresh, healthy produce in urban areas using a special type of farming called hydroponics. We'll explore the amazing technology behind indoor hydroponic farms, and even get to visit a real working farm. You'll discover how this sustainable and innovative method of farming is changing the way we think about food production and distribution. So come along and let's explore the future of farming together!
Please contact Metro Community College for more details.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 25 Registered (1 Registration, 24 Students) 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24670 | HAL: Quiz Bowl - Middle School | 4/8/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 150.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 8, 2026
Students competing in academic quiz bowl competitions will answer questions from a variety of topics.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 1 Registered 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24685 | HAL: Neurographic Design | 4/8/2026 12:30:00 PM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 8, 2026
Neurographic Design
Neurographic Design is a method used in art therapy. It helps the artist be more mindful and opens up neurons in the brain that allow creativity to flow. We will use the art elements involved in this process to create a beautiful abstract design on an illustration board with sharpies and brush markers. Through this workshop, students will learn the process of creating a project beginning with the inspiration through idea development, project creation, completion and critique.
Instructor Bio
Julie Fjell is an artist, designer and art instructor. She has taught all ages from preschool to senior citizens, as well as developed art camps and art clubs. Along with teaching workshops and memory care patients, Julie has a business selling her artwork. She received her degree in Art Education from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 11 Registered (1 Registration, 10 Students) 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24090 | Learning Forward Nebraska Conference | 4/9/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Kennedy | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 9, 2026
ESU 3 is proud to host the annual Learning Forward Nebraska Conference at Educational Service Unit 3 located at 6949 S. 110th Street in La Vista, NE.
Join Jim Knight as he equips literacy leaders with practical coaching strategies and professional learning tools to drive meaningful impact in every classroom.
Space is limited, so please register early! Please note, billing will be sent through Learning Forward Nebraska at the conclusion of the conference.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Open 114 Registered 1 Min; 120 Max
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| | 25061 | HAL: String Art | 4/9/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 9, 2026
Workshop Information-
Students will be introduced to string art; what it is, how it originated, and current and past string
artists. Throughout the exploration students will be encouraged to find inspiration for the type of
string art they would like to create. They can develop their own template or use any of the
various that are provided. Students will hammer MANY nails into a wood plaque. Then they will
attach and wrap the string on the nails to create their piece. This project is open ended, there
are many ways to successfully create a finished piece.
Number of Students-
Up to 24
Grades-
Grades 4-8th
Cost-
$180
Amount of Time-
Half Day
Where is it held-
Can be held at your school or ESU #3 (depending on room availability)
Instructor Bio:
Lacey Ruhge is an artist, seamstress, and instructor of all things creative. She is a former elementary art and middle school English teacher who now guides kids and adults through the creative process at her own studio, A Peace at a Time Creative Studios. Her biggest passions are creating with clay, repurposing “junk” items, and generally making creative magic happen with those around her. Lacey received her bachelor’s in elementary education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her master’s degree in art education from The Art of Education University.
Full 18 Registered (1 Registration, 17 Students) 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 25062 | HAL: String Art | 4/10/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 10, 2026
Workshop Information-
Students will be introduced to string art; what it is, how it originated, and current and past string
artists. Throughout the exploration students will be encouraged to find inspiration for the type of
string art they would like to create. They can develop their own template or use any of the
various that are provided. Students will hammer MANY nails into a wood plaque. Then they will
attach and wrap the string on the nails to create their piece. This project is open ended, there
are many ways to successfully create a finished piece.
Number of Students-
Up to 24
Grades-
Grades 4-8th
Cost-
$180
Amount of Time-
Half Day
Where is it held-
Can be held at your school or ESU #3 (depending on room availability)
Instructor Bio:
Lacey Ruhge is an artist, seamstress, and instructor of all things creative. She is a former elementary art and middle school English teacher who now guides kids and adults through the creative process at her own studio, A Peace at a Time Creative Studios. Her biggest passions are creating with clay, repurposing “junk” items, and generally making creative magic happen with those around her. Lacey received her bachelor’s in elementary education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her master’s degree in art education from The Art of Education University.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 17 Registered (1 Registration, 16 Students) 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24159 | HAL: Extreme Math Elementary | 4/14/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 14, 2026
In order to give ESU3 districts priority for these events, if you are outside of ESU3 and want to talk about registering please contact Adam Larson.
This HAL COMPETITION event is a morning of student math problem solving, collaboration, and logic questions. Student teams of 4, 5, or 6 members will participate in a Sprint Round, Team Round, and a Problem Solving Round during the morning.
The spirit of the morning is collaboration and math achievement in an effort to recognize the importance of math problem solving.
• Students in elementary schools are invited to participate.
• Each round is timed and student accomplishment will be recorded.
• Recognition will be provided for individuals in the Sprint Round and for teams in the Team Round.
• There is no school winner or leader at the end of the event.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Schools must include how many teams of 4, 5, or 6 students.
Schools must provide the names of the team members per team.
Contact Adam Larson if you have enough teams to create your own day
ESU #3 will supply pencils.
Some calculators will be available, but schools may choose to bring their own.
School permission slips and all school field trip requirements are in effect.
At least one adult sponsor/teacher is required to attend with each school represented.
The adult sponsor/teacher will be asked to be a participant in supervision and correcting student papers from the morning.
Questions to alarson@esu3.org
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
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| | 24160 | HAL: Extreme Math Middle School | 4/15/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 15, 2026
In order to give ESU3 districts priority for these events, if you are outside of ESU3 and want to talk about registering please contact Adam Larson.
This HAL COMPETITION event is a morning of student math problem solving, collaboration, and logic questions. Student teams of 4, 5, or 6 members will participate in a Sprint Round, Team Round, and a Problem Solving Round during the morning.
The spirit of the morning is collaboration and math achievement in an effort to recognize the importance of math problem solving.
• Students in middle schools are invited to participate.
• Each round is timed and student accomplishment will be recorded.
• Recognition will be provided for individuals in the Sprint Round and for teams in the Team Round.
• There is no school winner or leader at the end of the event.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Schools must include how many teams of 4, 5, or 6 students.
Schools must provide the names of the team members per team.
Contact Adam Larson if you have enough teams to create your own day
ESU #3 will supply pencils.
Some calculators will be available, but schools may choose to bring their own.
School permission slips and all school field trip requirements are in effect.
At least one adult sponsor/teacher is required to attend with each school represented.
The adult sponsor/teacher will be asked to be a participant in supervision and correcting student papers from the morning.
Questions to alarson@esu3.org
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
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| | 23971 | Early Childhood Learning Labs | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Student Services | Harvey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
April 17, 2026: Math
Join us for these informative sessions designed to enhance your teaching strategies and improve educational outcomes in early childhood settings. This is a valuable opportunity for professional development and networking with peers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Who Should Attend: Preschool teachers AND their teaching teams, including paraprofessionals, as well as related service providers.
Open 62 Registered No Min; 66 Max
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| | 23972 | Early Childhood Learning Labs | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Student Services | Harvey | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
April 17th, 2026: Play
Join us for these informative sessions designed to enhance your teaching strategies and improve educational outcomes in early childhood settings. This is a valuable opportunity for professional development and networking with peers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Who Should Attend: Preschool teachers AND their teaching teams, including paraprofessionals, as well as related service providers.
Remote
Cancelled
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| | 24750 | HAL: MCC 3D Pen Creations | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
Discover how to create amazing three-dimensional objects that can be brought to life with a 3D Pen. You will literally have technology at your fingertips.
Please contact Metro Community College for more information.
Remote
Cancelled
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| | 24816 | MCC Science on the Sphere - Cartography | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
Using captivating Science on the Sphere technology, kids will delve into the science of cartography. From learning how scientists change a globe into a map to creating a 3D model of a topographical map, this interactive experience brings geography to life. Join us to spark a lifelong fascination with maps and the world around us.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Remote
Cancelled
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| | 25338 | HAL: Tiny Houses | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
Infographic Link
Workshop Information
You just graduated from architecture school and your very first job is to create a tiny home for a family of three and their dog. Your job is to imagine, design, build and decorate the perfect tiny home. However, the area of this home can only be 150 square feet and may only be 10 feet tall. Your challenge is to add everything this family would need in that space to live.
Nearby electoral outlets needed
Number of Students
15 Max
Grades
Grades 4th and up
Instructor Bio:
Lacey Ruhge is an artist, seamstress, and instructor of all things creative. She is a former elementary art and middle school English teacher who now guides kids and adults through the creative process at her own studio, A Peace at a Time Creative Studios. Her biggest passions are creating with clay, repurposing “junk” items, and generally making creative magic happen with those around her. Lacey received her bachelor’s in elementary education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her master’s degree in art education from The Art of Education University.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 15 Registered (1 Registration, 14 Students) 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 25206 | HAL: Extreme Math Middle School | 4/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 17, 2026
This HAL COMPETITION event is a morning of student math problem solving, collaboration, and logic questions. Student teams of 4, 5, or 6 members will participate in a Sprint Round, Team Round, and a Problem Solving Round during the morning.
The spirit of the morning is collaboration and math achievement in an effort to recognize the importance of math problem solving.
• Students in middle schools are invited to participate.
• Each round is timed and student accomplishment will be recorded.
• Recognition will be provided for individuals in the Sprint Round and for teams in the Team Round.
• There is no school winner or leader at the end of the event.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Schools must include how many teams of 4, 5, or 6 students.
Schools must provide the names of the team members per team.
Contact Adam Larson if you have enough teams to create your own day
ESU #3 will supply pencils.
Some calculators will be available, but schools may choose to bring their own.
School permission slips and all school field trip requirements are in effect.
At least one adult sponsor/teacher is required to attend with each school represented.
The adult sponsor/teacher will be asked to be a participant in supervision and correcting student papers from the morning.
Questions to alarson@esu3.org
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
Full 1 Registered 1 Min; 1 Max
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| | 24763 | CLC e-Mission | 4/20/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 20, 2026
Please contact Adam Larson at alarson@esu3.org for more information.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
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| | 24326 | Cognitive Coaching Graduates Review Series | 4/20/2026 12:30:00 PM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 20, 2026
Coaching People From Different Generations-
During this session you will be learning about how to coach people from different generations.
Disclaimer: By participating in this event organized by ESU #3, you hereby grant permission to ESU #3 to use your image and likeness captured during the event for promotional and media purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, photographs, videos, and audio recordings. If you wish to withdraw your consent regarding the use of your media, please reach out to the primary contact of this event.
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| | 24065 | Principal Support Initiative | 4/21/2026 8:00:00 AM | | ESU#3 Professional Learning | Anderson | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
April 21, 2026
Principal Support Initiative:
Empowering Principals, Driving Student Success
Goals of the Initiative Being Studied:
Goal 1: Strengthen leadership and self-efficacy of principals to effectively support high quality, culturally relevant classroom instruction.
Goal 2: Improved and equitable academic, behavioral, and/or social outcomes based upon the school’s needs and context for high need students.
Goal 3: Increase collective efficacy of effective principals and teachers serving under-resourced schools.
Year 1 will focus on:
- Fostering effective communication and collaboration
- Cultivating a culture of continuous improvement
- Leveraging data for goal setting and decision making
- Understanding and navigating complex systems
Closed 17 Registered 1 Min; 16 Max
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