Hi Sean,
Nice that you are using N.nu as a tool in your school.
The blocking of IP for a number of hours for repeated password attempt is a security measure which is necessary. However, an email is sent to the owner of the website with a link. By clicking this link the block is lifted.
But I have now cleared all blocking of all IPs. So you can login now again. I hope you don't get this problem again.
/ Jim Westergren