Norfolk Public Schools

"Norfolk Public Schools is a comprehensive school system offering education to students in prekindergarten through twelfth grade as well as those identified with special needs.  The district covers 68.8 square miles in Madison, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne Counties and participates in the state option program.  Norfolk Pubic Schools meets and exceeds accreditation requirements of the Nebraska Department of Education.

The district has seven elementary schools (including a K-4 Montessori School), Middle School (grades 5-6), Junior High (grades 7-8), High School (grades 9-12), Alternatives for Success (a 9-12 alternative school), and Early Childhood Center (special education) serving approximately 4,000 students.

Norfolk Public Schools believes that quality education begins with a quality staff.  The district is proud of the commitment, caring, and high standards for professionalism displayed by its staff.  Hiring procedures and annual evaluations maintain quality standards for personnel selection and continuing employment.

The district encourages professional growth through quality inservice programs and opportunities to explore new facets in education.  Norfolk Public Schools utilizes progressive educational philosophies.  "