Both ESU 16 Offices will be closed, this Friday July 4th. Have a safe and happy holiday!

🎉 Congratulations to Laurie Vak and the OWLS Students! 🌿
We are proud to recognize Laurie Vak and the incredible OWLS students for earning 2nd place in Digitability's Annual Work Simulation Competition! 🏆
Their innovative greenhouse project stood out for its creativity, teamwork, and dedication to real-world skills. This achievement reflects their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to building a sustainable future.
Way to grow, OWLS team! 🌱👏
https://digitability.com/wsc-winners-2025/

Important reminder - There is no ESU 16 Board Meeting in July. Enjoy your summer!

Registration is Now Open for the Literacy Focused Preschool Collaborative 25-26!
~Strengthen implementation of Science or Reading (SOR) principles
~Enhance the quality & consistency of foundational literacy instruction in preschool
Register today: https://registration.esu16.org

Wishing Speech Pathologist, Angie, a very Happy Birthday! We hope you have a wonderful day!

ESU 16 North Platte office will be closed today, Friday June 20, 2025.
ESU 16 Ogallala office will close at 11:30 a.m. today, Friday June 20, 2025.
Thank you for understanding!

Cohort Launch Day!
ESU 16 North Platte
August 5th, 2025
9:30-3:30 CT
Register here: https://registration.esu16.org

Attention ALL Paraeducators within ESU 16 & ESU 15 School Districts!
ESU 16 2nd Annual Para Conference!!
🗓 Date: August 6, 2025
📍 Location: NACO Building, Ogallala
⏰ Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. MT
You won't be disappointed we have so many great topics on behavior, structured teaching, data, self-care, ,Q/A with admin, what every para needs to know, and so much more! Our popular make-and-take will be back but even bigger! We also will have many giveaways throughout the day! You don't want to miss this great opportunity to build your toolbox before the start of the new school year!!
👉 Registration: https://registration.esu16.org/
Questions: Contact mengel@esusixteen.org

Please join us!
Initial Training to Understand "My Perspectives" & Prepare to Implement
ESU 16 Ogallala
August 4th, 2025
8-2 MT
Register here: https://registration.esu16.org

Summer is a perfect time to recharge! Not just physically, but mentally too. Here are some simple ways to care for your mental wellness.

Happy Birthday to Network Operations Coordinator, Melissa! We hope you enjoy your day!

Wishing a Happy Birthday to Board Member Sooky! We hope you have a wonderful day!

Get ready for Father's Day on Sunday, June 15th!

Wishing Board member Rod a very Happy Birthday!

June & July hours will remain the same at the North Platte Special Services Center, however Ogallala Central Office will close at 2pm on Fridays. Thanks for understanding and have a great summer!

Registration for The Science of Reading 25-26 series is open!
Support NE Law & Literacy Project for ELA Educators serving K-3 Readers & Apply learning to meet ELA Standards w/ a direct link to HQIM
Register here: https://registration.esu16.org

🚀 School leaders, get ready to elevate your team! Join nationally acclaimed Jimmy Casas on June 13 @ NP ESU16 for a powerful day focused on building a high-performing, united leadership team, crafting core values, &creating a winning culture—key to unlocking success in every initiative! Save your spot now @ esu16.org. #WhatInspirESU

Just a reminder that both ESU 16 offices will be closed today, Monday, May 26th. Happy Memorial Day!

25-26 Start Strong: Social Emotional Learning Foundations w/ Infants & Toddlers ZOOM Series
Complete all 8 Sessions to receive a full registration refund $50
Register Here: https://forms.gle/nTAhzNuWPZh4JdNC9

Monday was the field day for this ESU 16 student zoom group. They attended a virtual field trip to the Henry Doorly Zoo aquarium, played indoor and outdoor games, and created crafts. The field trip was supported by a John Russell Applegate grant through the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation.



