The Nebraska Canvas Consortium
In June 2020, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) partnered with Instructure to deploy the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) to public and non-public schools across Nebraska. At the time of the announcement, Canvas was already widely adopted within the state’s K-12 education system and had become the primary LMS for Nebraska’s universities, state colleges, and community colleges. Canvas serves as a collaborative platform, streamlining various educational functions such as content creation and dissemination, resource sharing, grading, feedback, reporting, outcomes tracking, and task management. This LMS plays a crucial role in simplifying teaching and learning by consolidating the variety of digital tools teachers utilize into a single, user-friendly interface. For further insights on the benefits of Learning Management Systems, feel free to explore our informative PDF titled “Why a Learning Management System is Useful“.
As of August 2023, the Nebraska Canvas Consortium was made up of 190 public and nonpublic districts.
About the Nebraska Statewide Contract
The Nebraska statewide contract is renewed every two years. This agreement offers Nebraska schools a reduced implementation fee, subsidized seat costs, Tier 1 technical support (available 24/7), along with access to the Canvas training portal. Additionally, districts can receive guidance/training from Nebraska Canvas experts for implementation and professional development at NO COST.
For answers to other common inquiries about Nebraska’s Canvas Consortium, please refer to this FAQ document. Should you have further questions, please reach out to necanvas@esucc.org
Spring 2025 Sign-Ups for New Districts
Join the Nebraska Canvas Consortium and connect with schools across the state to enhance your Canvas experience! As a member, you’ll gain access to shared resources, training opportunities, and a network of educators working together to maximize the power of Canvas. Don’t miss out—sign up by February 28, 2025 to be part of this collaborative community. Fill out the Nebraska’s Canvas Consortium Sign-up Form Spring 2025.
Professional Development Opportunities
- Canvas Monthly Administrator Meetings: Join our monthly administrative gatherings designed exclusively for Nebraska Canvas administrators. These meetings last approximately one hour and are held virtually via Zoom. To be added to these monthly meetings please email Shara Johnson at sjohnson@esucc.org. Each meeting follows a structured agenda:
- Exploring One Big Idea: An educational segment to foster growth in Canvas proficiency
- Canvas New Releases: Uncovering the latest features and enhancements that contribute to Canvas greatness.
- Questions and Extras: During this time, we answer questions, talk about upcoming PD opportunities, or extras as they relate to Canvas.
- In-School Canvas Professional Development: Our team of Nebraska Canvas specialists is eager to visit your school! Whether it involves collaborating with administrators to implement Canvas effectively or assisting your staff in becoming proficient with Canvas, our experts are ready to support you. If you are a member of the Nebraska Canvas Consortium, all in-school training is provided at no cost. To schedule a visit or seek clarification, please reach out to us at necanvas@esucc.org.
- The Nebraska Hub for K12 Educators: The Nebraska Canvas Hub is a continuously evolving, asynchronous resource designed to support educators, administrators, and districts in maximizing their use of Canvas. This hub provides access to best practices, training materials, course design resources, and district-shared examples—all in one convenient place – that lives on your own school’s Canvas dashboard. Fill out the Nebraska Hub Registration form to gain access and explore the growing collection of tools and resources!
The 2025 Summer Roadshow
Our Summer Canvas Roadshow is a FREE unique opportunity where we tour the state, offering multi-day Canvas training sessions at various stops. In addition to the hands-on learning, we also give away a free trip to the national conference at each stop, providing a chance for one lucky attendee to gain further professional development. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, connect, and possibly take home a great prize!
- Stop 1: May 28/29 – ESU 3
- Stop 2: June 9/10 – McCook
- Stop 3: June 11/12 – Scottsbluff
- Stop 4: June 18/19 – NECC – Norfolk
- Stop 5: June 23/24 – Kearney
Stay tuned for more details about our 2025 Summer Canvas Roadshow as we finalize plans for these exciting events! In the meantime, to secure your spot at a specific location, please pre-register by filling out the 2025 Summer Roadshow Registration form.
We can’t wait to see you on the road!
How to sign up to be part of the NE Canvas Consortium
Contact Shara Johnson, sjohnson@esucc.org, at the Educational Service Unit Coordinating Council if you have additional questions.