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Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S)

As a best practice the Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S) program is a part of a schools Emergency Operations Plan and trains school staff and equips them with effective crisis response strategies. The program’s main objective is to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff, and families by...
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Public Information and Communications

Mission The mission of the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Public Information and Communications is to support the successful execution and communication of the Department’s mission, vision and values. The Office of Public Information and Communications is responsible for assisting Department leadership, operations, and program staff in providing clear,...
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Quality of Educator Preparation – Reports

TITLE II - HIGHER EDUCATION ACT REPORTING Title II reporting complies with the amendment of the Higher Education Act in 2008. Archived Reports - 2014 through 2024 Reports Nebraska Endorsements for 2023 Title II Reports Only the endorsements issued on initial certificates are used in the Title II Reports Endorsements...
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Raising the Bar Nebraska World Language Standards

Learn more about the design and construction of the world language standards in order to begin the implementation process. Participants will complete a series of activities designed to help build understanding, to review current programming, and to begin an implementation crosswalk. Materials Raising the Bar Post NILA ESU 4 (Power...
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Read-At-Home Plan

Read-At-Home Plan for Student Success, Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Dear Caregivers, The Nebraska Department of Education recognizes the role of parents, guardians, and other caregivers and family members in making a positive impact on a child’s school success. Reading with children outside of school is the best way to help...
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Reciprocity Information

Nebraska does not have full reciprocity with other states, but we do recognize approved teacher preparation programs from other states. The coursework needs to appear on an official transcript from a standard institution of higher education, which is defined as any college or university whose educator preparation program is fully...
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Rescheduled 2021 Conference

February 25, 2022Book Club - The Gifts of ImperfectionAwardsWalk N Talk DisplaysProgramKit WorkshopsLodging/LogisticsFebruary 25, 2022 #GetConnected2022 February 25, 2022 CHI Health Center / 455 N 10th St / Omaha-NE Statewide Book Club Certificate of Professional Development Hours Conference Program Save the Date Book Club - The Gifts of Imperfection The...
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Research and Evaluation

The Nebraska Department of Education is committed to providing high-quality evidence to inform statewide educational policy and decision-making. As such, the Research & Evaluation operation is dedicated to pursuing the research priorities of the Commissioner of Education and the Nebraska State Board of Education. What follows is a selection of...
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Resources for Psychological First Aid for School

These resources promote resilience among students, staff, and families by emphasizing support and well-being during distress. All of these resources are within the PFA-S Toolkit, but this is a quick page reference to access some of them. After a threat, hazard, or incident getting school communities the aid they need...
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Reunify – SRM Specific Action

REUNIFY Action:  Circumstances may occur at the school that require parents to pick up their students in a formalized, controlled release. The process of controlled release is called a reunification and may be necessary due to weather, a power outage, hazmat event, danger outside the school or if a crisis...
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reVISION

Since 2012, the NDE’s reVISION process has been instrumental in improving and strengthening CTE in Nebraska! This process provides Nebraska schools with the opportunity to analyze and transform their current CTE systems in order to improve their ability to educate a qualified workforce that meets industry needs within an ever-changing...
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Rules and Regulations

Welcome to the webpage for NDE Rules and Regulations. General Information Regarding NDE Rules and Regulations Statutory Authority: The Administrative Procedures Act (Sections 84-901 to 84-920 of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska) contains the main statutory provisions detailing how state agency rules and regulations are adopted. Under state law, the...
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Safe2Help FAQ

What is the purpose of Safe2Help? Safe2Help NE is a reporting system designed for students, staff, and parents to anonymously report concerning behavior that could impact the safety of students or schools across Nebraska.    Students, staff, and parents can report concerning behavior that may impact the safety of students...
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School Districts Bullying Resources

Schoolwide Bullying Prevention The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has published a framework for school-wide bullying prevention (PDF). This evidence-based framework outlines priorities for schools wishing to tighten bullying prevention strategies. A bullying prevention and intervention plan adopted by the district might include specific behavior programs, forms used, philosophies...
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School Districts Resources

School Districts must work with community partners (emergency managers, fire/rescue, law enforcement & businesses) to prevent, prepare, respond & recover in suicide potential events or losses. The Nebraska State Legislators implemented additional requirements beginning in school year 2023-24, all public-school employees who interact with students and any other appropriate personnel,...
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School Emergency Response Mapping Fund

We wish to acknowledge the receipt of numerous requests for an extension of the grant application deadline. This extension would allow schools additional time to implement a policy and select a qualified vendor that meets the statutory requirements. Consequently, the application due date has been extended to January 31, 2025....
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School Health Services

Nebraska School Health The Nebraska Department of Education partners with Children’s Nebraska to support school health staff with best-practices, mentorship, and resources. CONTACT: Andrea Riley, BSN, RN School Health Liaison Children’s Nebraska 402-955-6957 anriley@childrensnebraska.org *NEW* Concussion Resources R.E.A.P. Concussion Management Poster R.E.A.P. Concussion Management Booklet Nebraska R.E.A.P. (En español) Sample...
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School Libraries

School Librarian Resources This page will provide you with resources to assist in the daily work of a school librarian. Also, share the School Librarian resources for Administrators page link on the left with your administrator. Resources found on this page include: Standards Framework & Resources Book Promotion Digital Literacy...
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School Safety Task Force

The Nebraska Department of Education created a comprehensive School Safety Task Force to review current school safety, security, and preparedness practices and identify evidence-based strategies and impactful solutions to ensure Nebraska’s schools remain safe. We are recommitting our efforts to keep students and educators safe. From mental health supports and...
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Science Education

Sign up for Our Email List: NDE Science Updates Science Education in NebraskaPurposeVisionMissionPurpose Why? Science is a systematic sense-making process, aimed at figuring out the physical and natural world through observation and investigation. Scientists: look closely, question deeply, think critically, and connect related data and phenomena to identify patterns pay...
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Science Education Grants, Awards, & Contests

The information contained on this page is provided as a resource, and not an endorsement of the NDE. Links to third-party websites do not constitute an endorsement of the content, viewpoint, accuracy, opinions, policies, products, services, or accessibility of the sites. World Food Prize Nebraska Youth Institute This program allows...
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Science Selection Process

Making decisions centered around vision and standards-aligned effective teaching and learning for science? Not sure where to start when it comes to science selection or implementation for materials? Noticing your district materials need wrap-around support for teachers to promote evidence-based practices for NE students? NDE and EdReports partnered in a...
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