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A bill passed in 2023 prohibits suspension for Nebraska students in pre-K through 2nd grade. Teachers at Omaha Public Schools say that's led to kids being allowed back in class hours later after violent behavior. But supporters of the bill say there are other disciplinary options that the district isn't implementing.

Several suburban school districts in Omaha are welcoming students back on Thursday and Friday. The remaining metro schools will have their first days next week.

Several suburban school districts in Omaha are welcoming students back on Thursday and Friday. The remaining metro schools will have their first days next week.

Parents in Nebraska were on edge Thursday morning after hoax "swatting" calls targeted at least 10 schools in the state.

Earlier this month, 500 teachers and support staff were trained on how to conduct home visits. Its one tool intended to help curb student misbehavior and increase family engagement.

Omaha's largest school district creates a new position to address student safety.

A report from the Department of Education found in 2016 that one in six students had missed at least 15 days of school. Absenteeism is linked to lower academic performance and higher dropout rates

A report from the Department of Education found in 2016 that one in six students had missed at least 15 days of school. Absenteeism is linked to lower academic performance and higher dropout rates

A report from the Department of Education found in 2016 that one in six students had missed at least 15 days of school. Absenteeism is linked to lower academic performance and higher dropout rates

A report from the Department of Education found in 2016 that one in six students had missed at least 15 days of school.