Laura Barrett

Advocate of great schools for all students through my work with ESU 13. | Mom. Wife. Traveler. Husker fan. | Tweets and opinions shared are mine.

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

Six Regions One Nebraska gets sizable grant for childcare expansion in the Panhandle https://t.co/6ufC02m5dH

[ESU 13 @13esu]

The ESU 13 family mourns the passing of Steve Diemoz, who served on the ESU 13 Board of Directors for almost 13 years. His commitment to education and steady leadership made a lasting impact across our region. He will be deeply missed.

[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

Always a great trip to Scottsbluff/Gering. Full agenda for @laubarrett & @13esu superintendents & @13esu staff - Dr. Jane Stavem, @NDE_GOV Dep Commissioner; Elizabeth Tegtmeier, State Board of Education; @lariannepolk CEO @ESUCC; & many other program & partner updates! @NCSAToday

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

My dad is pretty amazing! 🤩

[Steve White @stevewhitenews]

Steve Hanson may be from Elsie, population 100 but the Nebraska cattleman sees the global picture as he serves as chair of @USMEF this year.

Our coverage brought to you by @NECornBoard. 🌽🥩

[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

@13esu superintendents/staff received reports from @FirstFiveNebr & @esucc_coop. @13esu staff provided updates on computer science standards, digital content accessibility, distance learning, restorative practices, behavior training, adaptive schools training & more! @NCSAToday

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

It’s that time of year, high school football playoff season, when we get the annual Nebraska geography lesson that Kearney isn’t our western border 😉

[Hurrdat Sports @HurrdatSports]

This travel is wild. @Austin2Jacobsen breaks down the furthest distances Nebraska high school football teams must travel for the state playoffs. 🤯

[NPSA @NEadvantage]

Making a Mentor: Get SET Nebraska serves up support for Special Education teachers

“That’s what the whole program is really about, the empowering of teachers, the empowering of administrators. We can't do better if we don't know better."

Read now! https://t.co/DH0BloKDV3

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

The @13esu Western Nebraska School Mental Health Conference is off to a great start with @NDESchoolSafety’s Jay Martin. Thanks to @grmustangs for hosting this year!

[Nebraska CYFS @UNL_CYFS]

CYFS’ Lisa Knoche, Tammi Hechtner-Galvin & Katie Zabel, with Christen Million of Rooted in Relationships, joined @13esu’s Nici Johnson to host a Connections for Kids Coach Kick-Off in the #Nebraska Panhandle.

Learn about CFK: https://t.co/JmedbNsRuA #TransformED

[ESUCC @ESUCC]

🚀 Distance learning is helping Nebraska schools tackle teacher shortages—whether rural, urban, or suburban. Our ESU Distance Learning Coordinators are here to help districts fill classes and support students. 💻📚
#DistanceLearning #rethinktheclassroom #education #k12education

[ESU 13 @13esu]

📡 Today we say goodbye to a true Tech Legend — BJ Peters!

💻 27 years at ESU 13
📡 Countless Zoom calls
🤣 Infinite Dad Jokes
Our Director of Technology & Distance Learning Coordinator is officially logging off. We will miss you, BJ! 💙 #ESU13

[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

Road trip continues. Stopped by @MullenSchools, Hyannis Area Schools, and @AllianceBulldog. Now joining @esu13’s Administrative Advisory Council (Superintendents) Meeting in Scottsbluff. Will end the night at @NASBonline’s Area Meeting in Gering. @NCSAToday #TacoTown

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

‘It is everything’: Parents, advocates say Head Start offers more than child care https://t.co/Tq9RiA6wog

[GetSETNebraska @GetSETNebraska]

Special education teachers make a difference for Nebraska students. Read how Get SET Nebraska impacts teacher working conditions for teachers: https://t.co/oHZuQZTk9U

[ESU 13 @13esu]

🎁We want to reflect on the connections we’ve made, the partnerships we cherish, and the shared accomplishments that make our community so special. Please enjoy a small token of gratitude and celebration🎥https://t.co/5IRPkX1HFV 📷

❄️☃️Happy Holidays from ESU 13!☃️❄️

[ESU 13 @13esu]

ESU 13 is seeking passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists to serve schools in Scottsbluff and Sidney for the 2025-2026 school year.

📅 Apply today and start making a difference! Visit https://t.co/OmxnJ286KV for details.

[ESU 13 @13esu]

🎉 Congrats to Alex Ramos, Doctoral Psychology Intern at ESU 13! 🎉 His recent publication in Journal of Intelligence highlights his dedication to advancing psychology. 🧠✨
📖 Check it out: [https://t.co/dslYjtJAGU]
Join us in celebrating this achievement! 👏

[ESU 13 @13esu]

🚨 Big News! 🚨
ESU 13 awarded a $1M USDA grant to transform distance learning in western Nebraska! 🎓💻
This funding brings cutting-edge tech to rural schools, supports educators, and connects communities. 🌟

➡ Read more: https://t.co/hPtC06Tbqh
#DistanceLearning #ESU13

[Kevin Wingard @NCSAKevin]

@laubarrett and her @13esu staff providing area superintendents with @13esu program updates including assessment & accountability, Rule 11, MTSS, mid-winter conference, Grow Your Own, RUS grants, and more @13esu student programs. Many @NDE_GOV programs discussed. @NCSAToday

[Laura Barrett @laubarrett]

What an impact! I'm so proud of the work the @13esu staff puts in every day to make sure children, families & educators in the panhandle have what they need to learn and thrive! https://t.co/4FPSWB92Fj