ESU 6 Newsletter
November 2025
Literacy Grant in Year 2
Employment in the Workplace Disability Month
Michalla Schartz, Regional Transition Facilitator, presented to Husker Athletics for Employment in the Workplace Disability Month. She joined speakers from Hy-Vee, Lincoln Parks and Recreation and UNL Accommodation Support Services. Kristin Nett, Husker Athletics Community Liaison, will be presenting at the SE Nebraska Job Expo on November 19th at the UNL Innovation Campus.
ESU 6 Holiday Party & Board Recognition
We’re excited to announce that our December Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 11th, followed by our annual Staff Holiday Party & Board Recognition at Chances R Restaurant! This special evening is a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate the season, and enjoy some great food and fellowship with colleagues. We truly hope all staff members can join us as we reflect on the year’s accomplishments and share in some holiday cheer.
Annual Report
Board Members Attend State Ed Conference
Professional Development Networks for Non-Core Teachers
At ESU 6, we pride ourselves on providing professional learning opportunities that help ALL educators grow. Our networks support principals, instructional coaches, library/media specialists, art, counselors, new teachers, Title 1, physical education, world language, math, CTE/Perkins, science, social studies, and ELL (Title III Consortium). These networks give educators the chance to connect with peers, share best practices, and engage in meaningful professional learning. Led by ESU 6 Professional Development Consultants, each network is designed to inspire growth through collaboration, and build a strong, supportive professional community across our districts.
SE Nebraska Job Expo Recap: Employment is for Everyone!
We are thrilled to report that this year's SE Nebraska Job Expo: Employment is for Everyone was a massive success, bringing together hundreds of passionate individuals eager to connect, learn, and grow! Thank you to every student, professional, and staff member who brought such amazing energy to the event.
Nebraska Innovation Campus was buzzing with excitement and opportunity as 227 young adults from 22 school districts navigated the booths, practiced their networking skills, and started meaningful conversations about their futures. It was inspiring to see so much potential in one place! One student responded with "I didn't know I was this important" when asked how they were feeling about the day.
We want to give a huge shout-out to the 38 dedicated business and education professionals who took time out of their busy schedules to share their knowledge and look for the next generation of talent. Your willingness to engage directly with students is invaluable and truly makes a difference in their career paths. For a complete list of all the professionals who made this event possible click here. Make sure you thank these business and education professionals directly if given the opportunity. This day was made possible by grants from Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation and the Cooper Foundation.
Finally, none of this would be possible without the backbone of the event - our event team. From setup to tear-down, their efforts ensured the day ran smoothly and professionally, creating a seamless experience for everyone involved. We hope every young adult left feeling inspired, connected, and one step closer to achieving their professional goals.
