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Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy Purpose

Purpose of the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy The purpose of the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy is to acknowledge the high school recipient has achieved a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language other than English. The Seal is the cumulative evidence of the Nebraska World...
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Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy Purpose and Goals

Purpose of the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy The purpose of the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy is to acknowledge the high school recipient has achieved a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language other than English. The Seal is the cumulative evidence of the Nebraska World...
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Nebraska World Language Standards Process

The Impetus In 2016, Dr. Janine Theiler initiated the first World Language Colloquium to discuss and establish priorities for NDE in meeting the needs of world language teachers across the state. Task force groups were formed to address needs in the areas of programming, proficiency, professional learning, advocacy and collaboration....
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NebraskaREADS

Welcome to NebraskaREADS NebraskaREADS is your central hub for the Nebraska Department of Education’s literacy efforts. Explore state initiatives and resources that support students, educators, and families in building strong reading skills. Created to meet the needs of all learners, NebraskaREADS fosters early literacy as the foundation for lifelong learning....
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NebraskaREADS Contact

Jamie Cook Literacy Officer 531-363-0609 jamie.cook@nebraska.gov Allyson DenBeste Academic Officer 531-310-2897 allyson.denbeste@nebraska.gov Marissa Payzant Director of Content Area Standards 402-937-2070 marissa.payzant@nebraska.gov Olivia Alberts Reading Specialist 531-220-6014 olivia.alberts@nebraska.gov Becky Michael English Language Arts Education Specialist 531-893-0131 becky.michael@nebraska.gov

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NebraskaREADS Rules & Regulations

The NebraskaREADS initiative was created to serve the needs of students, educators, and parents along the journey to successful reading. The NebraskaREADS initiative supports the policies and practices outlined in the Nebraska Reading Improvement Act, which was enacted in 2018 and went into effect during the 2019-2020 school year. The...
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Newsletter

Catch up on what is happening the next quarter in Nebraska School Safety and Security. New trainings, legislation, grants, information, registrations, and opportunities are revealed every quarter. Get on the mailing list to make sure you do not miss out on the next Newsletter. The Newsletter is a great way...
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OER Toolkit – Creating

Why Create OER?OER Design TipsCombining LicensesAccessibility ToolsAuthoringWhy Create OER? Why Create OER? Assures academic freedom to add content to your specifications Extends your academic profile Provides more relevant and engaging materials for students Can be regularly updated Reduces costs for districts and students Attribution:  Text a derivative of BCOER Poster, by BCcampus, licensed under CC...
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OER Toolkit – Licensing

Open Educational Resources (OER) is based on a set of permissions that enable the use and modification of educational content. In this section, one will gain knowledge about the shift from traditional copyright to open licenses, and how to apply open licenses to works created, remixed, and shared. Local  educational...
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OER Toolkit- Sustainability

How can educators impact the longevity and success of OER in their districts? This module provides tools and tips that will help you influence key sustainability levers—from policy, to funding, to training on OER. Identify OER Funding OpportunitiesTrain Others on OERImpact OER PolicyIdentify OER Funding Opportunities Funding Opportunities In the...
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Office of Early Childhood

Our Vision: All young Nebraska children are secure, healthy, and successful. The Office of Early Childhood provides leadership, guidance and support to: develop high quality environments for young children; promote equitable access to inclusive programs and services for all children from birth through age eight; facilitate state and community partnerships...
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Parent Bullying Resources

Guidance When Responding to Bullying Behavior We recommend that parents take a collaborative approach when communicating with schools and collecting evidence of incidents of bullying. Further, it is important to continue to communicate with your student and work collaboratively with your school. The chart below contains steps that parents can...
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Perkins V

The Strengthening Career & Technical Education for the 21st Century law, or “Perkins V,” is a federal education program that invests in secondary, postsecondary and adult Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the territories. Perkins is: dedicated to the continuous improvement...
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Perkins V State Plan

State PlanStrategic PrioritiesFunding DistributionState Plan Click here to download Nebraska's Perkins V State Plan.  Strategic Priorities Click here to read more about Nebraska's Perkins V Strategic Priorities. Funding Distribution Click here to review the Perkins funding distribution. 

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Physical Education for Individuals with Disabilities

Physical Education for Individuals with Disabilities: A Guide for Best Practices The purposes of this document are to provide adapted physical education teachers, physical education teachers, special education teachers, administrators, and parents the following: Adapted Physical Education best practice information that includes: Compliance with federal and state laws and regulations....
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Physical Education Resources

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. Decisions about curriculum and instructional materials are made locally...
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Plan Origins and Rationale

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...
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Power of Language

Career Education Model World Languages Language in Careers Chinese Language in Careers French   Language in Careers Spanish Language in Careers German

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PPCS and Veterans Education

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...
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Project Resources

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