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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...

The NDE and PFA-S provide video resources that cover topics such as an overview of PFA-S, its integration into the EOP, crisis delivery, and recovery. These resources promote resilience among students, staff, and families by emphasizing support and well-being during distress. Field Operations Guide PFA for Schools PFA-S Time Frame...

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...

Program Overview The purpose of the Perkins reVISION Initial grant is to assist local school districts in completing the reVISION Career Education strategic planning process. Working in collaboration with postsecondary education and regional workforce/economic development leaders, the reVISION process links career educators, school administrators, school counselors, industry professionals, and community leaders. Through...

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? Safe2HelpNE 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 or...

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! The NICE Book and Handwashing Poster Pack The NICE Book Online Feedback form for the...

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/Materials Selection & Weeding...

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...

The Nebraska Department of Education is conducting a review of the 2017 Nebraska College and Career Ready Standards for Science. As a part of the review process, the NDE requests public input to provide feedback on the current standards. Please provide feedback to nde.sciencestandardsinput@nebraska.gov. Important Science Links 2017 Science Standards STEM...

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...

Nebraska Revised Statute 79.760.01 requires the Nebraska State Board of Education to adopt measurable academic content standards in the subject areas of reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. The statute requires the State Board to review and update the standards every seven years. Pursuant to 79.760.01, and under the leadership...

The Nebraska Department of Education works with the Nebraska International Language Association to award Nebraska high school students for studying and obtaining proficiency in two or more languages.  Nebraska joined other states across the United State who have endorsed the Seal of Biliteracy on January 14th. The following image shows...

Career and Technical Education data are collected to support the federal reporting requirements of the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act. All definitions for data elements, the data reporting calendar, and instructions for interfacing with ADVISER are available on the ADVISER Resources home page. Key considerations...

EquitableRelevantInnovativeCoordinatedEquitable Size Each student, including those from special populations, is provided with equitable access to CTE programs and activities, including CTSOs Alternative education programs include CTE Emphasis is given to the recruitment and retention of students into programs non-traditional for their gender Scope CTE students are provided with an ongoing,...

Welcome to Skilled and Technical Sciences! Skilled and Technical Sciences (STS) consists of four career clusters: Architecture and Construction; Energy and Engineering; Manufacturing; and Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics.  Through hands-on learning, STS classrooms and labs prepare students with the knowledge and skills that are desperately needed to advance to postsecondary...

Welcome to Social Studies Education Social Studies is the integrated study of the social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence. Within the school program, social studies provides coordinated, systematic study drawing upon such disciplines as anthropology, archaeology, economics, geography, history, law, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology, as...

Office of Special Education - Our Purpose To lead the improvement of outcomes for preparing all children and students with disabilities and their families for learning, earning, and living through effective use of data, collaboration, communication, and a framework of differentiated support. 2024 IDEA Part B & Part C Federal...

Special Education Training Requirement Each person who applies for a teaching or administrative permit will be required to meet the Special Education Requirement as outlined in Nebraska Revised Statute 79-807. The requirement can be met by taking coursework or through employment experience. The following is a list of what coursework...