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Competency-Based Credit

Nebraska Department of Education World Languages Competency-based Credit Program Competency-based Credit (CbC) allows students to earn high school world language credit by demonstrating proficiency in a language other than English. CbC provides flexible pathways to graduation and recognizes the skills of fluent writers and speakers. Benefits include: Increased access to...
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Contact Us

The following is the Nebraska Department of Education School Safety & Security staff information available to provide assistance and answer questions or concerns. Also find the varying offices of the Coordinated Student Support Services teams information. The contact information and a description of the services available are included to help...
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Contact Us

Becky Michael English Language Arts Specialist Office of Teaching, Learning & Assessment 500 S. 84 ST., 2nd Floor Lincoln, NE 68510-2611 P: 531-893-0131 E: becky.michael@nebraska.gov Follow us on X @NDE_ELA Join our Listserv: The NDE's ELA Education Listserv

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Content Area Standards

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.” Those standards shall cover the subject areas of reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, and the State Board of Education shall develop...
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Coordinated School Health

The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model, formerly known as a Coordinated School Health Program (CSHP), consists of ten interactive components. Schools by themselves cannot, and should not be expected to address the nation's most serious health and social problems. Families, health care workers, the media, religious organizations,...
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Crisis Response

Guide for Developing Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs) for Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): This document offers guidance to IHEs for creating comprehensive emergency plans. It emphasizes collaboration, assessment, customization, and continuous improvement. Key components include the basic plan, functional annexes, and threat-specific annexes. The guide also covers topics like the...
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CSDS Staff Directory

Shirley Vargas, Ed.L.D. School Transformation Officer & Office Administrator 402-326-5371 shirley.vargas@nebraska.gov Amanda Morris Director of School Improvement 402-480-5855 amanda.morris@nebraska.gov Ryan Ricenbaw, Ed.D. Director of Statewide Teacher and Principal Support 531-510-8514 ryan.ricenbaw@nebraska.gov Ariane Joens Educator Grant Specialist 402-432-1395 ariane.joens@nebraska.gov Jeff Gilbertson School Leadership Specialist (531) 510-6110 jeff.gilbertson@nebraska.gov

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CTE Data and Research

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Data & Research website provides quick access to empirical information related to Career & Technical Education (CTE) in Nebraska, including resources on topics such as CTE student outcomes, data reporting and accountability, return on investment, and labor market information.   Nebraska CTE Delivers! 79% of...
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Data Governance

There have been 1,619 publicly reported incidents of cyber-attacks in schools within the US from 2016 to 2024 according to The K – 12 Cybersecurity Resource Center. Because of this, it is important for school districts to have strong plans in place for data governance, data security and data privacy....
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Data, Research, and Evaluation

Office of Data, Research, and Evaluation - Sections Application Development – Focusing on the development of IT applications to support data reporting and data use by School Districts and the general public. Data Collections – Integrating the collection, refinement and use of educational data to meet federal and state reporting requirements, ensuring...
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Digital Guidance & Support

Nebraska Revised Statute states the duties of the School Safety & Security Director subsection (10) is to recommend curricular and extracurricular materials to assist school districts in preventing and responding to cyberbullying and digital citizenship issues. Digital literacy, digital laws/issues, and digital privacy are also topics of support and guidance...
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Digital Resources

Digital resources are always changing and being updated. Look through the resources found on this page and come back and visit them often as digital nuances come up new resources are added or come available throughout the year. The Nebraska Department of Education School Safety & Security Team will be...
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Disciplinary Action

The Certification Investigation Review is provided by the Certification Investigations' Office of the Nebraska Department of Education. The documents set forth herein are copies of orders and reprimands issued by the State Board of Education, the Commissioner of Education, or the Nebraska Professional Practices Commission, involving Nebraska certificate holders, and...
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Due Process

Rule 55 Special Education Appeals (ENGLISH) Rule 55 Special Education Appeals (SPANISH) Disability Rights Nebraska - Filing a Due Process Petition Due Process Flow Chart Due Process Flow Chart Due Process Due Process Hearing Officer’s Report, Final Decision, and Order Identifying Data Redacted 2025 Case 25-05 SE Case 25-04 SE...
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Dyslexia Guide

On this page: Dyslexia Guide More Dyslexia Information FAQ Reading Improvement Act Data Collection Contacts Dyslexia Guide: Technical Assistance for Providing Support for Students Download a pdf of The Dyslexia Guide: Technical Assistance for Providing Support for Students The Dyslexia Guide Comprehensive Literacy Instruction For All "Reading is the fundamental...
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Educational Service Units, Rule 84

Educational Service Units act primarily as service agencies, providing core services and those identified and requested by member school districts. Accreditation is earned by complying with all provisions of Rule 84: Rules and Regulations for the Accreditation of Educational Service Units. This rule is intended to support educational service units in effectively...
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Educational Technology

Our Purpose The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) promotes the use of current and emerging technologies through initiatives and partnerships that expand opportunities for learning beyond the boundaries of the school and classroom. The Guiding Principles used in developing the S11 - Digital Education Position Statement and approved by the Nebraska...
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Educator Preparation Programs

Certification Fast Facts Nebraska has three certificate levels: initial, standard, professional. Nebraska does not have unlimited reciprocity with other states. UNK offers the 'Transition to Teaching' program allowing a person with a BS/BA in a language to qualify for a Transitional Teaching Certificate for three years. While completing this program,...
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Elementary Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Flexibility

Nebraska's Waiver from NCLB Nebraska’s written request for ESEA Flexibility shifts the focus of accountability and gives us a more robust picture of what our students can do. It is an opportunity to outline our goals, create a shared vision and tell our Nebraska story. Nebraska's waiver from NCLB. The...
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English Language Arts Education

VisionWe BelieveFoundational LiteracyVision Nebraska's PK-12 students have equitable access to high-quality literacy instruction that prepares them for the demands of college, career, and civic life.  Instructional practices are grounded in student engagement with complex and challenging texts and are responsive to a range of student needs and interests. We Believe...
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English Language Arts Standards

Nebraska's College and Career Ready Standards for English Language Arts The ability to use language for the pursuit of knowledge, for purposeful expression, and for active participation in civic life requires academic content standards that are clearly defined and increasingly rigorous across grade levels. The Nebraska English Language Arts standards...
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English Learner Programs

Nebraska’s EL Mission To lead and support academic language learning so that English Learners have meaningful access to high-quality instruction that will prepare them for learning, earning, and living. NDE Vision Partnering for the best education for all . . . for life. NDE Values Honesty, integrity, and trust Quality...
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Entrepreneurship

Course Outlines Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education National Content Standards for Entrepreneurship Education Entrepreneurship Course Outline - Southwest High School Lesson Plans Are You Affected by Advertising? - Centennial Public School Selling Yourself - Centennial Public School Event Promotion Lesson Prom Closet - Waverly High School Interview an Entrepreneur Federal Reserve...
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