What is the NDE Portal?
The NDE Portal is a secure platform that allows school users to access essential data collection tools, specialized applications, and reports that are not publicly available. It supports required submissions and enables schools to manage access to student/staff data systems while maintaining privacy and security
Why Are There Two Portal Versions?
NDE is transitioning from the Legacy Portal to the modernized New Portal, but both systems currently operate in parallel:
New Portal
- Modernized platform with Single Sign‑On (SSO) for most public districts and ESUs
- Eliminates the need for Activation Codes.
- Allows users to request or be assigned access directly.
- Accessible at: https://portal.education.ne.gov/
Legacy Portal
- Existing portal that requires users to create their own accounts.
- District Administrators must issue Activation Codes to grant access to specific applications.
- Still used while collections transition to the new system
- Accessible at: https://portal.education.ne.gov/
Differences Between the Legacy and New Portal
| Feature | New NDE Portal | Legacy NDE Portal |
| Login Method | Single Sign‑On (SSO) for most districts/ESUs | Username & password (local account) |
| Access Method | Users request or are assigned access (no codes) | District Administrators issue Activation Codes |
| Migration Status | Actively expanding | Still in use during transition |
| URL | https://portal.education.ne.gov/ | https://portal.education.ne.gov/ |
Portal Guides
New Portal-Overview
Covers SSO login steps, requesting application access, and district admin functions
Legacy Portal-Access & Activation Codes
Covers account creation, entering activation codes, and administrator responsibilities.
Which Portal Should I Use?
NDE maintains a guide to help users determine which portal they need. Users should consult the “Which Portal Do I Use?” reference on the official NDE Portal website.
Support & Assistance
- Submit a Service Desk ticket –NebraskaCloud Helpdesk
Use category: “Service Desk/ SD Level 1.” - Email –NDE.ServiceDesk@Nebraska.gov