Power struggles: meal time is not a battleground "Clean your plate! No dessert until you eat your vegetables! If you behave you can have a piece of candy." Do these phrases sound familiar? Before you say them again, stop and think about the negative effect such words may have on...

Getting Ready for Kindergarten The Nebraska Department of Education recognizes that it is important for children in kindergarten programs to have expectations appropriate for their physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities.   The goal of kindergarten is to make the best match between teaching and learning for every child to support...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Professional Administrative Certificate is valid for teaching and administration in all Nebraska school systems unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Someone serving as the superintendent must hold a valid administrative certificate with a superintendent endorsement. A Professional Administrative Certificate expires August 31...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Standard Administrative Certificate is valid for teaching and administration in all Nebraska school systems unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Someone serving as the superintendent must hold a valid administrative certificate with a superintendent endorsement. In order to qualify for a Standard...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Standard Teaching Certificate is valid for teaching in all Nebraska schools unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Someone is eligible for a Standard Teaching Certificate if they have been employed as a teacher for two consecutive years in the last five years...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Provisional Teaching Permit may be issued to applicants who do not meet all of the recent college or employment experience requirements for a regular certificate. A Provisional Teaching Permit is valid for teaching in all Nebraska schools unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate...

Human Relations Training Requirement Human Relations Training is required for anyone who holds an educator certificate or permit in Nebraska and is outlined in Nebraska Revised Statute 79-807. The six skills covered in the training are as follows: An awareness and understanding of the values, lifestyles, contributions, and history of...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information A Local Substitute Permit can be issued for teaching 90 full-time days per school year for those who apply and meet the requirements listed below. Once issued, a Local Substitute Permit expires August 31st in the fifth year following the year of issuance. The requirements...

Tips on infant feeding Good nutrition is essential to the rapid growth and development that occurs during a baby's first year. Providing babies with the right foods promotes good health and gives them the opportunity to enjoy new tastes and textures as they establish good eating habits. Positive and supportive...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Initial Teaching Certificate is valid for teaching in all Nebraska schools unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Once issued, an Initial Teaching Certificate expires August 31 in the fifth year following the year of issuance. The requirements for an Initial Teaching Certificate...

  Through the Nebraska Microsoft IT Initiative, teachers and students will receive software training, online resources, and earn Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Technology Associate, and/or Microsoft Certified Educator certifications. Please direct all questions to Rita Porter, Project Manager ritamporter@gmail.com. Curriculum Options: TestOut Instructor Training - Under "My Products" in LabSim...

General InformationApplicant GuideRenewal InformationGeneral Information The Special Services Coaching Permit is valid for coaching in all Nebraska schools unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Once issued, a Special Services Coaching Permit expires August 31 in the fifth year following the year of issuance. The requirements for a Special...

The NDE Fine Arts Education is excited to provide the "Fine Arts Exchange" as a resource to fine arts educators. On this page you will find arts organizations, both state agencies and non-profits, who have programs and opportunities that extend, enhance, and enrich arts learning. The information contained in the...

With harvests at their peak in many regions, summer is a perfect time to highlight local products and get kids involved in food, agriculture, and nutrition-based activities.  Incorporating local foods into Summer Meal Programs can increase the quality and appeal of meals, connect the community with local agricultural producers, and...

On-Demand VideosSeptember 22, 2023WelcomeMorning KeynoteAfternoon KeynoteOn-Demand VideosBook ClubSchedule/Session Description/HandoutsSeptember 22, 2023 The 2023 conference theme is GetConnected: Come Play September 22, 2023 CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St / Omaha, NE The GetConnected 2023 Nebraska Afterschool Conference provides an opportunity to learn more about planning and implementing a quality afterschool or...