State Board of Education Meeting
School Financing Review Commission
NDE SEEKING PUBLIC INPUT UNDER SECTION 8401 OF THE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT OF 1965 (ESEA)
As Nebraska schools continue to provide additional support to students, the Nebraska Department of Education is requesting waivers that will afford additional fiscal flexibilities under Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). Public comment on these waivers is requested from September 4, 2026 through September 29, 2026. Comments may be submitted by email nde.essa@nebraska.gov.
To view the draft NDE Ed-Flex Waiver
To view the draft NDE Integrated ESEA Title Program State-Level Activities Waiver
To view the draft NDE ESSA State Plan Amendment
Nebraska Department of Education 2025 Annual Report
Serving more than 360,000 students, the Nebraska Department of Education is committed to preparing all learners for learning, earning, and living. The NDE 2025 report details the work of the department, including the new strategic plan, statistics for Nebraska schools and a breakdown of state and national performance results.
