New Data Steward Training

This training is designed to support new Public District and Special Purpose School Data Stewards as they begin their work with NDE data systems. It is also helpful for returning Data Stewards and new District Administrators (Superintendents) who want a broad overview of data reporting processes.

This training provides a high‑level introduction to key NDE systems and processes. Participants will learn how to access and navigate state reporting systems, understand their responsibilities in data collection and submission, and gain the foundational knowledge needed to successfully support their district or system.

Who Should Attend

• New Public District Data Stewards
• New Special Purpose School Data Stewards
• Second‑year Data Stewards seeking a refresher
• New Superintendents or District Administrators
• Anyone new to NDE data reporting responsibilities or wanting a refresher course

Upcoming Dates

Date	Time	Format
Friday, September 12, 2025	9:00 AM-3:00 PM	Virtual

How to Join

You can join from any device; a headset is recommended for audio clarity.

• Join the New Data Steward Training

What We’ll Cover

• Navigating the NDE Portal
• Working with ADVISER Validation
• Understanding ADVISER Person ID
• Overview of common NDE data collections
• Best practices for data accuracy and troubleshooting
• And more!

How to Prepare (Optional but Helpful)

• Create accounts in the NDE Portal
• Request access to ADVISER Validation and ADVISER Person ID from the district administrator
• Explore ADVISER Validation and ADVISER Person ID

Resources

• ADVISER Calendar
• ADVISER Data Guidance
• ADVISER Error Help Site
• ADVISER Resources
• SRS Knowledge Base

Past Materials

• Watch New Data Steward Training and Brewing Confidence: Essentials for New District Data Stewards Coffee Hour recordings and on the NDE Data, Research, and Evaluation (DRE) YouTube channel
• Presentation is located in the Additional Resources and Presentations section below.

Additional Support

For ongoing questions or help with NDE data systems:

• Attend the Brewing Confidence: Essentials for New District Data Stewards Coffee Hour
• Attend ongoing Workdays throughout the year for hands‑on support
• Submit a Service Desk ticket –NebraskaCloud Helpdesk
  Use category: “Service Desk/ SD Level 1.”
• Office Hours – NDE Service Desk Booking website
• Email –NDE.ServiceDesk@Nebraska.gov