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Observation Tools

Observation Tools Programs must select either the Environment Rating Scale (ERS) and/or the Classroom Assessment Scoring System™ (CLASS) observation tool and complete the required training for that tool. Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) CLASS is an observation tool that measures the effectiveness of classroom interactions among teachers and children, including...
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Parents Encouraging Parents (PEP) Conference

RE-SCHEDULED FOR MAY 3-4, 2019! The purpose of PEP is to bring parents of children with disabilities together in an accepting and confidential environment, giving them the opportunity to share ideas, feelings and common concerns, and to obtain information on parenting and educating a child with a disability. By the...
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Environment Rating Scales (ERS)

The early childhood care and education field in Nebraska continually strives to improve the quality of programs for young children and their families. The use of environment rating scales is a widely accepted method of evaluating and improving the quality of home- and center-based programs. Environment Rating Scales is broadly...
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Special Education Data

Office of Special Education Due Dates Calendar *dates are subject to change due to OSEP and data availability* View SPED Data Calendar Subscribe to the SPED Data Calendar Public Reporting Part B Data Office Hours Part B Data Office Hours - HERE SPED ADVISER Validation Resources Welcome to Part B...
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Covid-19 & American Rescue Plan Resources

The NDE is committed to assisting school communities during public health emergencies. We support school districts in their decisions to keep student and staff safety their top priority. Should a crisis arise, NDE will work closely with other state and federal agencies to ensure the continuation of critical services to...
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Before-School, Afterschool, and Summer Programs

Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework Out-of-school time (OST) programs are regularly scheduled, structured, and supervised activities where learning opportunities take place outside the school day. These age appropriate programs can occur within a school or at a community based site before-school, afterschool, or during the summer. OST programs...
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2020 StayConnected Webinar recordings

The Three C's of Leadership, LaRon Henderson, 02/20/2020 February 20, 2020 – The Three C’s of Leadership, LaRon Henderson Program Quality Director, Collective for Youth – Omaha, Lhenderson@collectiveforyouth.org This webinar introduces participants to Clarity, Conviction and Courage – the 3 fundamental principles of leadership. There will be opportunities to explore how these principles...
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Chronic Absenteeism

During the 2022-2023 school year, 69,000 students or 22% of Nebraska students were chronically absent. Chronic absence disproportionately affects students with disabilities, students of color, and students who are economically disadvantaged. Chronic absence also affects students in early grades and those in later grades. Chronic absence is defined as missing...
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Results Matter Nebraska

  Results Matter Nebraska is a child, program, and family outcomes measurement system designed and implemented to improve programs and supports for all young children served by districts and their community partners, which may include Head Start and other community early childhood programs.  Use the tabs below to find answers...
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Active Family Engagement

Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework Family engagement supports the ongoing learning, development, and well-being of children, youth, families, schools, and communities. Schools and childcare providers partner with families to help meet the diverse needs of learners, giving input and influencing systems, policies, practices, and evaluation to support continuous...
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Birth to Age 5 Programs

School districts across Nebraska provide early childhood programs for children birth through age 5, in both home- and center-based settings. These programs serve children who represent a full range of abilities, languages, and economic diversity of families within their community, often times through partnerships with community agencies. The resources found...
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Nutrition for the preschool child

Nutrition for the preschool child The preschooler's growth is slower than that of an infant. An average child age two through five years will grow about 2 1/2" and gain four or five pounds each year. Because growth rate is slower, appetites may decrease. The preschool period is an excellent...
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Environment and Programming

Creating the afterschool environment and providing unique programming is an important part of designing and implementing your afterschool program. By now, you developed a mission statement and specific goals, hired staff, and began recruiting students. You are now encouraged to use creativity in achieving the identified program goals. Afterschool programs...
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Community Resources

Answers4Families When there is someone in your family with special needs, you may find yourself looking for answers. Answers4Families.org is Nebraska’s support and information connection for families and professionals seeking assistance. Asian Community and Cultural Center The mission of the Asian Community and Cultural Center is to support and empower...
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StayConnected Curriculum Webinar Series

Planning and Curriculum You for Youth (Y4Y) Overview, David McConnell, 9/1/2022 September 1, 2022 – You for Youth (Y4Y) Overview You for Youth (Y4Y) is the online professional learning and technical assistance portal for 21st CCLC programs funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Join this session to learn how to...
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