Homeless teen graduates at the top of her class.

We don’t all love our jobs every day. Even the really cool jobs are…well, WORK, and work isn’t always fun. But if you’re lucky, some days (most days?) work is fun and fulfilling. Yesterday was one of those days for the NElovesPS team...

NElovesPS named Official Honoree at the 2013 Webby Awards.

Web site allows users to thank the teachers who most impacted them.

Last month President Obama talked about the importance of early childhood education. Now see what Nebraska's unicameral is doing to provide more opportunities for pre-school age-children.

See what some high schools are doing to combat stress.

We learned a lot in 2012...

Our hearts are breaking.

Today we talk to the folks @CompletelyKIDS1: “Our outcomes-based programs address the needs of the whole child – academics, life skills, family relationships, and nutrition.”

Learn how a group of South High Magnet School students are on a mission to create a national movement.

NYC schools are incorporating gardens into their must-have lists. Does this trend apply to Nebraska schools?

Have you thanked your teacher today?

Read our Twitter interview with @BethStill: “Social studies teacher & online course designer. Moodler. Founder of the ISTE Newbie project. Difference maker. Super power: cat herder. #digicon12 organizer.”

See how students at Washington Elementary in Omaha learn valuable lessons about the world around them.

Read our Twitter interview with @Marianfey: “Trying to do right by public school kids and not get caught up in the politics.”

Submit your pumpkin photo for a Halloween treat!

To provide our children with the best opportunities, schools need investment from the communities they serve.

Angela Mosier, math teacher at Omaha Westside High School was named the 2013 Nebraska Teacher of the Year.

Omaha Public Schools will be hosting a series of meetings for parents and community members to learn about Magnet School Choices.

Looking back at our recent shoot in Cody, NE.

Nebraska lawmakers look to increase ag ed in public schools.

Whether you're a parent, educator, student, or civic-minded citizen, we want to hear from you!

A look at how one educator is using digital technology in her classroom to engage parents.

Amanda, our newest team member hits the road to Cody, NE for our next NElovesPS shoot.

Move over, dusty textbook. See how 21st Century Skills can change science class.

Here's a look at how some educators and parents are helping combat summer learning loss.

See how one school is using "mobile learning devices" to keep students engaged.

Though women have come a long way, the gender divide is still prevalent in STEM programs.

How can parents and educators combat this phenomenon?

Why voc-ed programs are changing the way school systems think about education.

Can you build a theatrical light show or a solar energy prototype? These Nebraska high school kids can.

The schools are two of only 78 in the country to win top honor.

That's a lot of love.

A school in South Sarpy County is shaking things up with technology.

A new study suggests they are...but are the numbers telling the whole story?

Scottsbluffs students lead anti-distracted driving campaign.

Nebraska's largest school district could introduce an ag ed career academy this fall.

What happens when school fundraising puts too much pressure on parents?

Check out our latest PSA running on TV stations across the state.

A bill seeks to make focus schools available to more Nebraska students.

School can be a haven for the whole community!

A different look at Norris schools.

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan challenges schools to go digital within five years.

Back to Auburn: Reunited and it feels so good!

Studies suggest children can outgrow the disorder or have been incorrectly diagnosed.

Apple launches new tools and apps for educators and students around the world.

Today we talk to Cathy Nelson, teacher leader from Blackburn Alternative High School in Omaha. She shares what she’s learned in 34 years of teaching and how she secretly dreams about taking her students on a “tricked out bus” tour of our nation’s National Parks. Count us in, Cathy!

New York Times article talks about the huge impact great teachers have on their students.

Parenting.com explains why fostering a sense of creativity is critical to a child's success.

A program at Howard Elementary School offers voluntary enrichment classes for students.

In a recent op-ed for the NY Times, Thomas Friedman discusses the role of parents in a child's education.

In today’s “Five With” interview we talk to Benson High School’s Journalism Adviser, Jerred Zegelis. Learn how he believes empowering students NOW will allow them to begin shaping the world around them in positive ways throughout their lives.

Introducing Nebraska's first Energy Academy.

Hastings Public Schools, Morton and Longfellow Elementary Schools Music Specialist Tom Michalek shares his thoughts on staying flexible and staying in tune with his students. Now that’s music to our ears!

The “Director’s Take” is a way for us to share a little more about the places we’ve been and the people we’ve met along the way.

NPR's StoryCorp project will gather life lessons from teachers around the country.

We get to know Michael Musil from Lincoln North Star High School. The recipient of a Nebraska Dept. of Education Award of Excellence tells us how he keeps his students on the right page.

How Apple’s creator impacted the way our kids are learning.

Today we talk to Bob Feurer, a 2011 Nebraska Teacher of the Year and 33-year veteran educator from North Bend Central Junior and Senior High School about embracing technology, keeping things interesting (even if you’ve been in the same classroom for three decades!) and the reasons he loves his job so much.

So many stories, so little time! The NElovesPS blog is dedicated to sharing the programs and people that make Nebraska’s public schools something to be proud of. We’ve traveled to more than a dozen schools across the state and we’re on the hunt for more amazing reasons why Nebraska Loves Public Schools.

In our new bi-monthly “Five With” series we’ll talk to educators from around the state and learn about the things they love, the things they wish they could change, and the things that they’ve learned in their roles as teachers.