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PurposeVisionMissionPurpose 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 attention to our place as humans in a complex ecosystem defined by...

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...

Nebraska Organizations Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science (NATS) NATS is an affiliate of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences and the National Science Teaching Association. Membership is open to any individual interested in the advancement of science education in the State of Nebraska (from website). Nebraska Junior Science Academy (NJAS)...

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...

SECURE action is when we need to get inside and lock the outside doors of the school. Secure action is called when there is a threat or hazard outside of the school building. Whether it’s due to violence or criminal activity in the immediate neighborhood, or a dangerous animal in...

Definitions Sexual misconduct means engaging in grooming, sexual contact, or sexual penetration with a student, regardless of the student’s age, as further defined herein. Sexual misconduct may or may not constitute a criminal offense. However, sexual misconduct that occurs between an adult school employee and a student in all cases...

SHELTER Action is called when specific protective actions are needed based on a threat or hazard. Training should include response to threats such as tornadoes, earthquakes, hazardous materials situations or other local threats. Shelter could be within the room a person is in currently in or it could be sheltering...

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 education and/or to enter in to...

It's time to update the contacts list! If you would like to get (or continue getting) Social Studies email updates, please fill in our NEW Email Contact Form. VisionMissionPurposeVision To support all Nebraska students in achieving their goals in civic, college, and career life by instilling the necessary skills that will...

The Nebraska Department of Education shares these resources to help educators explore learning opportunities and classroom connections. Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement of any organization, website, product, service, or viewpoint. Curriculum and resource decisions are made locally, and only district-approved materials should be used with students....

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...

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. Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year! 2026 OSE...

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...

Standard Response Protocol (SRP)   The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) is based on an all-hazards approach utilizes clear common language so anyone from any district across the state will know what to do when a threat, hazard, or incident occurs in or around a school. The premise is simple by...

The 2019 Nebraska World Language Standards The Nebraska World Language Standards describe the knowledge and skills that students should learn, but they do not prescribe particular curriculum, lessons, teaching techniques, or activities. These standards create a framework for teaching and learning, and they articulate a trajectory for knowledge acquisition across...

Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Science (NCCRS-S) were adopted by the Nebraska State Board of Education on September 6, 2024.  The development of Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Science were guided by The National Research Council’s A Framework for K-12 Science Education. As standards are only...

The State Accreditation Committee (SAC) is a representative advisory committee that the Commissioner of Education appoints to support Nebraska's school accreditation system. The committee reviews accreditation data, school improvement efforts, and compliance with Rule 10 accreditation standards, and recommends accreditation policies, practices, and the accreditation status of Nebraska schools. Through...

The State Board of Education will meet October 1 and 2, 2026 in Scottsbluff, NE at the Scottsbluff Public Schools Education Center, Bearcat Community Room, 2617 College Park, Scottsbluff, NE 69361. The Thursday, October 1, 2026 State Board Work Session begins at 1:45 p.m. (MT) / 2:45 (CT) and will...

To request a translation to a language not posted, please contact Leslie Galloway at leslie.galloway@nebraska.gov for assistance. To request assistance drafting and filing a state complaint, please contact PTI Nebraska at 402.346.0525 STATE COMPLAINT FORM *SAMPLE STATE COMPLAINT FORM (ENGLISH) - not required to submit a complaint* Additional Sample State...

General Information General Information Who Applies? A State Substitute Permit is for applicants who have completed an Educator Preparation Program through a college or university but may not have experience or the coursework needed to renew their regular teaching certificate. Where is it valid?  A State Substitute Permit is valid...

Early Reading Skills Toolkit A collection of relevant and practical resources to support a student’s development of important reading skills. InstructionCurriculumInstruction Phonological Awareness What are Phonological and Phonemic Awareness? Reading Rockets (Resource) Phoneme vs. Phonological Awareness  The Reading League (Video) 44 Phonemes Rollins Center for Language Literacy (Video) What Do...