The application form for 2026-27 is now open.
We encourage you to fill out an application to celebrate a Nebraska school or school district with a strong commitment to arts education. It is recommended that you review the application information PDF before beginning this online application.
The application deadline is October 16, and the two recipients for 2026-27 will be notified in December 2026.
For questions about the NebraskARTS Awards, please get in touch with Lance Nielsen at info@nebraskansforthearts.org or (402) 853-4461.
2025-26 Award Winners
Omaha South High School
Holdrege Middle Schools
Previous Winners
- O’Neill Public Schools (2024-25)
- Osmond Community Schools (2024-25)
- Bridgeport Public Schools (2023-24)
- Kenesaw Public Schools (2023-24)
- Palmer Public Schools (2022-23)
- St. Paul Public Schools (2022-23)
- Central City Public Schools (2021-22)
- Sheridan Elementary School, Lincoln (2021-22)
- Blackburn Alternative High School (2020-21)
- Wausa Public Schools (2020-21)
- McCool Junction Public Schools (2019-20)
- Norfolk High School (2018-19)
- Louisville Public Schools (2018-19)
- Schuyler Community Schools (2017-18)
- Seward High School (2017-18)
- Kearney High School (2016-17)
- Ravenna Public Schools (2016-17)
- Lincoln High School (2015-16)
- Hyannis Area Schools (2015-16)
- Westside High School (2014-15)
- York Public Schools (2014-15)
- Gomez Heritage Elementary School (2013-14)
