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Jhone Ebert

Welcome to the Nevada Department of Education's (NDE) website! Whether you are an educator looking to renew your license, a parent or family member seeking information about our work on behalf of students, or a constituent following the work of our State Board of Education or other Boards or Commissions, this site will help you find what you need. Our team works every single day to support students and families, teachers, principals, and administrators throughout our great state and to ensure that public funds are used efficiently and effectively to give students the tools they need to build a home, a life, and a future.
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Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve student achievement and educator effectiveness by ensuring opportunities, facilitating learning, and promoting excellence.

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Celebrating & Supporting Current and Future Educators

The mission of the Nevada Teacher of the Year program is to celebrate excellence and strengthen the teaching force by honoring and recognizing exceptional teachers on a school, district, state, and national level.

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Transparency & Reliability

Districts, schools, and communities are served through efficient and effective use of public funds and fulfillment of statutory responsibilities.

NDE Community Engagement

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?‍♀️?‍♂️ Happy International Walk and Roll to School Day! We encourage students, families, and communities to get active by walking, biking, or rolling to school in Nevada. The celebration spotlights the joys and benefits of active travel to school while promoting safety. #WalkRolltoSchoolDay? It's National Fire Prevention Week! ? It's a great reminder to review fire safety with your family. Test your smoke alarms, plan your escape routes, and make sure everyone knows what to do in case of a fire. ? Visit the link in our bio for #FirePreventionWeek resources.It’s #TeacherTuesday, and today we’re celebrating Ms. Melanie Waters from Vegas Vista Academy! ? She encourages her students to develop skills they will need in the future, while helping them take ownership of their own learning. Thank you, Ms. Waters, for your passion and commitment!#NowHiring NDE is seeking an Education Programs Supervisor within the Office of Inclusive Education. This position is responsible for assisting with implementing and maintaining special education programs and services. Learn about this job opportunity at the link in our bio.Congratulations ? to Adrianna Salas for being recognized as one of the 2024 Nevada Early Educators of the Year! ? Your dedication, passion, and commitment to shaping young minds is truly inspiring. Adrianna loves building meaningful relationships with students and families at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Early Head Start Program. ? Photo credit: University of Nevada, Reno’s Early Head Start ProgramHigh school students are invited to enter the R&R Partners Young Visionaries contest. Submit a public service announcement (PSA) idea that addresses an issue impacting youth today. Win a chance to make the PSA professionally and receive $20,000 for the nonprofit you partner with. Get more information and enter the contest by Oct. 24 at the link in our bio.The Nevada State Board of Education is gathering community feedback on the high school start times survey. Please take a moment to complete the survey on the Nevada Department of Education’s website at the link in our bio. The survey is open until this Monday, October 7.The Nevada State Board of Education is seeking community input about the high school start times survey. The survey is available on the Nevada Department of Education’s website and will remain open until this Friday, Oct. 4 at the link in our bio.Week of Respect ? is an opportunity to emphasize the importance of fostering a culture of kindness, inclusion, and empathy among students, staff, and the entire school community. Thanks to our students and teachers for sharing how they show respect to others, and their words are truly inspiring. #NVWeekofRespectSchools ? across the state are celebrating Week of Respect! Check out Discovery Education's resources for Pre-K through 12 grade for educators and students at the link in our bio. #NVWeekofRespectThe Nevada State Board of Education will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2. The meeting is open to the public, in-person or virtually. For the agenda and livestream information, please visit the link in our bio.#NewsAlert: Two Teachers Named as 2024 Nevada Early Educators of the Year. Read more at the link in our bio.School districts across the state of Nevada will engage in activities and learning opportunities that highlight the importance of a safe and respectful learning environment for Week of Respect. Thank you, Governor Lombardo, for the #NVWeekofRespect proclamation.Happy ? Week of Respect, Nevada! Share images or videos of your school’s Week of Respect activities on social media by using hashtag #NVWeekofRespect and tag us. We would love to share how you are celebrating.The Nevada State Board of Education is seeking community input about the high school start times survey. The survey is available on the Nevada Department of Education’s website and will remain open through Oct. 4 at the link in our bio.#NewsAlert: Nevada Schools to Observe ‘Week of Respect.’ Read more at the link in our bio.Looking for a job? NDE is searching for a Program Officer 1 - Underfill in the Office of Student and School Supports. This position is an underfill for the Program Officer 2 position. The incumbent will provide specialized information and services as the technical expert regarding GEAR UP. Learn more about this job opportunity at the link in our bio.Nevada's Week of Respect takes place each year during the first week of October. This year, the Week of Respect will be observed from Sept. 30 - Oct. 4. The Week of Respect highlights efforts that take place year round to prevent and address bullying/cyberbullying and create safe and respectful learning environments. Tell us what RESPECT means to you by clicking the link in our bio. #NVWeekofRespect? Calling all Nevada educators! ? Join us for an exciting professional learning opportunity from 4-5:30 p.m. on Oct. 9 to explore Gen AI in Adobe Express! ?? Transform your classroom by integrating cutting-edge Generative AI and digital skills using Adobe Express. This FREE workshop is open to all NV educators and provides an excellent way to earn professional learning hours from the Nevada Department of Education! Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your teaching with the latest in AI technology. ?? Register now and take your classroom to the next level at the link in our bio. #NevadaEducation #AdobeExpress #GenAI #DigitalSkills #ProfessionalLearning #EdTech #InnovativeTeachingThank you, Ruby Duncan Elementary School students, for your beautiful performance today during "Ruby Duncan Day."?Ruby Duncan Elementary School in North Las Vegas celebrated “Ruby Duncan Day” to honor its school namesake, and her tremendous impact advocating on behalf of children and families.Congratulations to Leigh Todd, a preschool teacher at Myrtle Tate Elementary School in Las Vegas, for being named a 2024 Nevada Early Educator of the Year! ??This awards program recognizes the valuable contributions of educators who work with children from birth through age 5. @ClarkCountySch#NewsAlert: Roger D. Gehring Academy of Science and Technology Named National Blue Ribbon School. Read more at the link in our bio.It's #TeacherTuesday! Today, we celebrate Mrs. Susan Carpenter of Flag View Intermediate School. Her classroom is characterized by compassion, inclusivity, collaboration, and hands-on learning. She also mentors new teachers, helping them navigate their first year to ensure a positive, fulfilling experience.Nominations are still open for the 2025 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award. In partnership with Governor Lombardo, nominations and applications will be accepted until Sept. 27. Submit a nomination at the link in our bio.