Amy Poggenklass

Finance and Membership Director, Nebraska Council of School Administrators

[NCSA Today @NCSAToday]

NCSA’s day on Capitol Hill came to a close with a great conversation with Congressman Don Bacon. This year’s advocacy team appreciated the time with our Nebraska delegation today.

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Dr. Chip Kay, NASBO president Stacy Rodriguez and NAESP president Shelly Leyden are meeting with Congressman Adrian Smith in the Cannon House Office Building right now, sharing insights from their respective districts.

It's been a busy day on Capitol Hill!

#NCSAOnTheHill26

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Afternoon meetings are underway for the NCSA advocacy team, beginning with Congressman Mike Flood's office. Great discussions, and we even squeezed in some sightseeing between meetings!

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The Russell Senate Building is the first stop of the day. Chair Dr. Chip Kay opened our meeting with Senator Ricketts office and legislative correspondent Nick Natz.

Discussions included E-Rate, Special Education Title funding and student access to school meals. #NCSAOnTheHill26

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The NCSA advocacy team is ready for a day on Capitol Hill. Before meeting with Nebraska’s delegation, the group is receiving a briefing from NCSA’s federal liaison & founder of Foresight Law+Policy Reg Leichty.

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[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

Fun afternoon at @NCSAToday. Thank you to @Unk_EDAD @MichaelTeahon and the EDAD 944 Seminar students for stopping by @NCSAToday to learn about our awesome association! @NCSAmike @NCSAtroy @NCSAamy

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Two Beacons, One Mile Apart: Inside Wood River’s Double-Lighthouse Distinction

“It's completely transformed our building. Leadership isn't just something that we teach or we do. It's woven into every aspect of everything that we do."

Read now! https://t.co/u6Z6fER4dk

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Save the date! Next year’s Nebraska School Mental Health Conference in Kearney will land on May 26-27th, presented by NCSA.

We’re excited to be involved in this incredibly important event. Thank you to The Kim Foundation for having us on stage to introduce ourselves today! 👋

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Congratulations to ESU 3 CEO and past chair of the NCSA Executive Board Dr. Dan Schnoes for being a recipient of the School Mental Health Legacy Award!

Dr. Schnoes played an integral part in starting this conference a dozen years ago.

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Day Two of the Middle America School Mental Health Conference is underway here in Downtown Omaha. NCSA is excited to be here at this important event!

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Congratulations to Justin Petersen, who took part in the first ever Nebraska National Guard Experience at Camp Ashland.

The Wilber-Clatonia superintendent represented NCSA well, as his team took first place and received medals from Major General Craig Strong! @NENationalGuard

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2nd-graders at Shoemaker Elementary in Grand Island didn't just dive into their insect unit. They took it a step further and had their research published!

"If you set those high expectations for your kids, they'll go above and beyond."

GUEST SPOTLIGHT! https://t.co/Mt3t9pLjQz

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Wilber-Clatonia superintendent Justin Petersen is representing NCSA at the Nebraska National GuardEx out at Camp Ashland today!

Petersen reported yesterday, and will soon board a helicopter headed towards a rappel tower in nearby Mead.

"This is all new for me. It’s exciting."

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The Last Hurrah: Franklin Elementary flies into summer with a fun-packed Field Day

“It’s a fun way to end the year. It’s the last day they get to hang out as an entire class, and Field Day is our way of celebrating everything they’ve accomplished.”

Read! https://t.co/L6juSINkX6

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With profound respect, we honor the brave souls who served and the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. Today, and every day. Their courage is never forgotten.

#MemorialDay2026

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One Foot in Front of the Other: Maxwell Elementary’s Running Club is a ‘round and ‘round hit

“The sense of excitement they feel when they hit those milestones is awesome."

Read! https://t.co/IKom1aE1Io

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Tip of the cap to the Wood River fifth-grade for giving us one of the highlights of the year on the final day of school! 😂

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The Wood River Talent Show is being emceed by Leader in Me student leadership. Some awesome talent on display in the packed theater, but the leadership & support/enthusiasm from older students is as impressive.

“It started as something we were doing. Now it’s just what we do.”

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Our end of the year tour continues today in Wood River. It’s the last day of school for the Eagles, whose District Fun Day begins with a Talent Show!

Wood River recently received Lighthouse Status in the Franklin Covey Leader in Me program.

We’re here to ask them all about it!

[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

Always fun joining @GoESU9 and @esu9pd for their superintendents meetings. ESU 9 staff and superintendents always have in depth discussions. Great things happening for students and schools! @NCSAToday