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Nebraska Revised Statute 79-760.01 requires the Nebraska State Board of Education to “adopt measurable academic content standards for at least the grade levels required for statewide assessment.” In addition, the Nebraska Department of Education has developed content area standards for fine arts, physical education, and world languages. These content area...

Number Bonds: The Foundation of Number Sense (K-5) Composing and decomposing numbers is a critical component of number sense. Webinar participants will explore how number bonds support K-5 learners by utilizing the concrete-pictorial-abstract progression of learning. We’ll also share strategies to develop flexible, fluid learning by using number bonds daily...

The 2018 - 2020 Nebraska Statewide Digital Learning and Educational Technology Plan sets forth a commitment and vision for creating an environment in which personalized digital learning is provided to PK - 12 students throughout Nebraska giving them the skills needed for learning, earning, and living. The intention of the...

Private Postsecondary Career Schools Mission Statement The Private Postsecondary Career Schools and Veterans Education section of the Nebraska Department of Education has the responsibility of authorizing private postsecondary career schools to operate educational programs and to recruit students for their schools. Veterans Education Mission Statement We are designated as the...

Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities Teacher Workshop – Crane Migration Field Trip March 21, 2025 The Nebraska Academy of Sciences, in partnership with UNK Biology and the Prairie Project are proud to announce this year’s Crane Migration Field Trip on Friday, March 21st. This year’s Field Trip will have two components,...

Below you will find all current Future Ready Nebraska Resources This is a statewide collaboration between the NDE, ESUs, school districts and educators with the goal to curate and create quality open educational resources that are aligned to Nebraska curriculum. VIEW The intention of the plan is to provide key...

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...

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,...

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 2025 Title II Reports Only the endorsements issued on initial certificates are used in the Title II Reports Endorsements...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Navigating the Arts Education Instructional Materials Selection Process Selecting instructional materials is one of the most critical decisions districts and teachers make. Finding instructional materials that align with Nebraska’s Fine Arts Standards and meet the needs of your district can be overwhelming, particularly when considering the wide variety of available...

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...

Since 2012, the Nebraska Department of Education’s reVISION process has played a key role in advancing and modernizing Career and Technical Education (CTE) across the state. Through these comprehensive local needs assessment (CLNA) process, schools and colleges are empowered to take a close look at their current CTE programs, identify...

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...

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...