Computer science, technology training program proposed
The Education Committee considered a proposal Feb. 6 that would establish a statewide expansion program to recruit, train and support computer science and technology teachers.
Read MoreThe Education Committee considered a proposal Feb. 6 that would establish a statewide expansion program to recruit, train and support computer science and technology teachers.
Read MoreSchool districts could authorize security personnel and off-duty law enforcement to carry firearms on school grounds and at school-sponsored activities under a proposal considered Feb. 6 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreA bill meant to strengthen state law regarding parental involvement in public schools was considered Feb. 5 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreStudents attending private, denominational and parochial schools in Nebraska could receive state funds for education expenses under a proposal considered by the Education Committee Jan. 30.
Read MoreA bill that would limit when school bond elections may be held was considered by the Education Committee Jan. 30.
Read MoreSchool districts would be barred from contracting with debt collection agencies to collect students’ outstanding lunch or breakfast debt under a measure considered by the Education Committee Jan. 23.
Read MoreLaws regulating Nebraska schools that choose not to meet accreditation requirements would be relaxed under a bill heard Jan. 22 by the Education Committee. Such schools, which may be private, parochial, denominational, group or home-based are referred to as “exempt.”
Read MoreNebraska teachers could be reimbursed up to $300 for the purchase of school supplies under a bill considered by the Education Committee Jan. 22.
Read MoreThe Education Committee heard testimony March 21 on a proposal intended to help meet the mental health needs of Nebraska public school students.
Read MoreTwo new grant programs would fund safety-related upgrades for Nebraska school buildings and additional mental health services for students under a bill heard March 13 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreThe Education Committee heard testimony March 7 on bills intended to prevent the suspension of young students and ensure expelled students are able to graduate on time.
Read MoreThe Education Committee heard testimony Feb. 28 on a bill intended to help Nebraska teachers control violent and disruptive students.
Read MoreNebraska’s public higher education institutions could not ask about a person’s criminal background when they apply for admission under a bill heard Feb. 21 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreA measure that would require all school districts in Nebraska to adopt a written dress code and grooming policy was considered Feb. 14 by the Education Committee.
Read MoreNebraska students would be required to use school bathrooms and play on school sports teams based on their sex assigned at birth rather than their gender identity under a bill heard Feb. 13 by the Education Committee.
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