Throughout the 2020-2021 school year, Nebraska educators came together to revise the Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA), originally created by the NDE, in partnership with REL Central, Marzano Research, and Magnolia Consulting. The CNA is based on quality, evidence-based education practices for student success. The tool is aligned to AQuESTT and...

Children's reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and behavior at school. Schools serve as a critical system of support for children who have experienced trauma. Administrators, teachers, and staff can help reduce the effects of trauma on children by recognizing trauma responses, accommodating and responding to traumatized students...

Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework Out-of-school time (OST) programs are regularly scheduled, structured, and supervised activities where learning opportunities take place outside the school day. These age appropriate programs can occur within a school or at a community based site before-school, afterschool, or during the summer. OST programs...

Essential Question What fundamental ideas about government evolved over time and now form the basis for our system of government? Background Most of the colonists who lived on the Atlantic Coast of North America came from Europe. They were part of the British Empire and were ruled by England. As...

Essential Questions To what extent can a pandemic disease affect a society? To what extent are pandemics inevitable? Background Nearly three decades ago, the HIV virus that causes AIDS was first identified. Awareness of AIDS and its economic impact upon human society has increased with its spread. First seen as...

What's New ESSER 2-year Anniversary Status Report This page will elevate best practices, partnerships, and early impacts from ESSER statewide set aside funds.March 2023: ESSER 2-year Anniversary Impact Stories Math Testimonials 2023 Summer School Math Lesson Plans Early Evaluation ESSER Collaborative ELO Infographic School Mental Health Project Math Acceleration End...

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 School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework For the purposes of this framework community partnerships and support services are considered separately from business and industry partnerships. Partnerships discussed in this focus area are intended to encompass not-for-profit partners such as government organizations, non-profit organizations, faith-based groups, and other such organizations....

NDE World Language Guest Speaker Series The NDE World Language Guest Speaker Series is a joint effort between NDE World Language, NIAL (Nebraska International Language Association), and CLTA SIG K12 (Chinese Language Teacher Association Small Interest Group K12). The series includes language-specific and non-language-specific webinars from world language educators and...

2024 Nebraska MTSS Summit – Hybrid "Super Systems for Success" September 26-27, 2024 Younes Conference Center North Kearney, Nebraska Conference Information “Super Systems for Success” is the theme of this year’s hybrid event, hosted by the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Office of Coordinated Student Support Services....

Webinar Recording Webinar: Return to School – Addressing Privacy and Security Challenges in K-12 Education Recorded on August 7, 2020 Description: Did you know that Students were learning virtually way before 2020? And did you also know there are existing resources that have been created by the Privacy Technical Assistance Center...

StayConnectedUpcoming WebinarsArchived WebinarsPresenter ApplicationStayConnected 2024 Webinar Series Conversation in the Nebraska Afterschool Space A facilitated, practical nuts & bolts series for afterschool program leaders and staff. Join Us! Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. 12:00 - 12:30 pm Central Time NEW LINK !  ZOOM Webinars will be RECORDED...

The U.S. Department of Education Use of Funds FAQ document is intended to answer Frequently Asked Questions about how funding under the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund, including the American Rescue Plan ESSER (ESSER III) program may be used in response to the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019...

Numerous studies have shown the advantages and benefits of effective instruction in social studies in grades K-12. Once they reach high school, to deepen and further their social studies content knowledge and skills, students from all walks of life should be offered the opportunity to participate in Advanced Placement and/or...

Dyslexia Guide: Technical Assistance for Providing Support for Students "One thing we know for certain about dyslexia is that it is one small area of difficulty in a sea of strengths. Having trouble with reading does not mean that you’ll have trouble with everything. In fact, most children with dyslexia...