Educational Service Unit No. 11

On October 24, 2016 Educational Service Unit #11 sponsored the opportunity for area counselors to participate in a networking process that occurs four times each year.  Staff Development Director Kate Hatch organized the counselors’ day.  During this particular meeting, Jody Vandenberg, from Education Quest, shared information regarding FAFSA and scholarships.  NDE Statewide Assessment Director, Valorie Foy, connected with the group to share information regarding the ACT, the new statewide assessment for students in eleventh grade.  Yoga instructor Annette Sindt also shared some stress reducing strategies with the group.

On April 27, 2016 Educational Service Unit #11 sponsored the opportunity for area counselors to participate in a networking process that occurs four times each year.  Staff Development Director Kate Hatch organized the counselors’ day.  During this particular meeting, Dr. Jim Tenopir, Executive Director of the Nebraska School Activities Association, shared information regarding the NSAA Gender Participation Policy.  In addition, Bobby Truhe of KSB School Law, spoke to the group about the most current dangerous apps of which students and parents need to be aware.

On December 17, 2015 Educational Service Unit #11 sponsored the opportunity for area counselors to participate in a networking process that occurs four times each year.  Staff Development Director Kate Hatch organized the counselors’ day.  During this particular meeting, Casey Smith and Kasey Zimmerman from the Department of Health and Human Services provided information about student placement.  The group also held a sharing session to discuss programs that are used with freshman and sophomore students.  Transition Coordinator, Lona Nelson-Milks, shared information regarding this year’s transition workshops, and how her office can assist teachers in helping students attain life skills.

On October 1, 2015 Educational Service Unit #11 sponsored the opportunity for area counselors to participate in a networking process that occurs four times each year. Staff Development Director Kate Hatch organized the counselors’ day. During this particular meeting, ESU 11 Media Technology Coordinator, Wade Gibson, shared information regarding high school email accounts. Luis Sotelo, from Education Quest, shared information regarding resumes, essay writing, and scholarships. Diana Watson and Jamey Peterson from Central Community College also provided an update regarding changes at the College.