Rule 11 Public Hearing (NDE) — The Nebraska Department of Education is proposing updates to Rule 11, which governs approval of prekindergarten programs and early childhood education grants. Public hearing: Oct. 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. (Zoom). Key changes target alignment with new state statutes, a simpler teacher waiver process, staffing flexibility to address shortages, and stronger emphasis on literacy, curriculum, and staff training. Draft and participation details are available on the NDE website.
