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2026/02/18

Due to the resignation of the District 8 ESU 7 Board Member, a vacancy has been created.

Public Notice
2026/02/17

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

Public Notice
2026/01/20

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/12/22

Warmest greetings from ESU 7!  We are grateful for our partnership and the opportunity to provide leadership and support through customized, innovative services.

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2025/12/15

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/11/26

ESU 7 will close early at 2:30 PM on Wednesday, November 26, and will remain closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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2025/11/17

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/10/20

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/08/18

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/07/03

ESU 7 will close early at 2:30 PM on Thursday, July 3, and remain closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.

Public Notice
2025/06/16

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/05/23

In honor of Memorial Day, ESU7 will be closed on Monday, May 26. We remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

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2025/05/23

Starting May 23rd, ESU 7 will be open:

Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Please note: The office will close at 11:30 AM on Fridays.

Public Notice
2025/05/19

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2025/04/17

ESU 7 wishes you and your families a joyful and blessed Easter! May this season bring you renewed hope, peace, and happiness.

Public Notice
2025/04/22

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

Public Notice
2025/03/17

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

Public Notice
2025/02/17

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

Public Notice
2025/01/21

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska,

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2024/12/19

ESU 7 is excited to announce that Marci Ostmeyer has been appointed the Chief Administrator beginning July 1, 2025.

Public Notice
2024/12/16

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska,

Public Notice
2024/12/16

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska,

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2025/03/30

Second Annual Community Resource Fair 

Free community event for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as their families and guardians, s

Public Notice
2024/11/18

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of EducationalService Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will b

Public Notice
2024/10/21

Notice, according to State Law 84-1411, is hereby given that an open public meeting of the Board of Education of Educational Service Unit 7, in the County of Platte, in the State of Nebraska, will

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2024/08/06

Continuous Improvement Planning Workshops Are Here!

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2024/06/17

Christina Hancock, Speech Language Pathology (SLP) Coordinator, presented the SLP Department spotlight to the Board.

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2024/05/22

Four Professional Development Coordinators, Brooke Kavan, Mark Brady, Ernie Valentine, and Amy Richards presented the Professional Development Spotlight on Principals Supports to the board. Br

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2024/04/25

ESU 7 is excited to announce Kris Elmshaeuser as the Interim Chief Administrator for ESU 7 beginning July 15, 2024.

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2024/01/22

The Student Services Principal, Cara Neesen, reviewed the attached 23-24 Board Presentation. There are currently 22 students enrolled in the Learning Academy.

Josh Arias
Josh Arias
Title IC Service Provider
jarias@esu7.org
Ext. 1105
Angie Arndt
Angela Arndt
Special Education Administrative Assistant
aarndt@esu7.org
Ext. 1017
Bob Arp
Bob Arp
District 6
Represents
Columbus Public
Committees
Handbook (Chair), Buildings & Grounds
barp@esu7.org
Anne Baptiste
Anne Baptiste
Learning Academy Teacher
abaptiste@esu7.org
Ext. 1049
Joyce Baumert
Joyce Baumert
District 9
Represents
Schuyler Community Schools
Committees
Handbook, Buildings & Grounds
jbaumert@esu7.org
Elyse Belina
Elyse Belina
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Boone Central, Howells-Dodge Consolidated
ebelina@esu7.org
Ext. 1075
Olivia Bell
Olivia Bell
Speech Language Pathologist
obell@esu7.org
Ext. 1099
Mariah Hunke
Mariah Beller
Early Childhood Speech Language Pathologist
St. Edward, Twin River, Leigh, Clarkson, Howells-Dodge Consolidated, Lakeview
mbeller@esu7.org
Ext. 1098
Amy Blaser
Amy Blaser
District 3
Represents
Columbus Public, Fullerton, High Plains, Humphrey, Lakeview, Palmer, St. Edward, Twin River
Committees
Negotiations, Evaluation
ablaser@esu7.org
Mark Brady
Mark Brady
Professional Development Coordinator:
Cognitive Coaching, Crisis, NWEA Certified Facilitator, Principal Coaching, Principal Supports,
Social Studies, Title III Coordinator
mbrady@esu7.org
Ext. 1038
Barb Brockhaus
Barb Brockhaus
Paraprofessional
bbrockhaus@esu7.org
Ext. 1050
Sharon Brown
Sharon Brown
Speech Language Pathologist
sbrown@esu7.org
Ext. 1101
Rachel Buettner
Rachel Buettner
Speech Language Pathologist
rbeck@esu7.org
Ext. 1100
Rachel Burgress
Rachel Burgess
Cen7ter Special Education Teacher
rburgess@esu7.org
Ext. 1053
Kristen Cattau
Kristen Cattau
Paraprofessional
kcattau@esu7.org
Ext. 1006
Image of Shayna Cepel
Shayna Cepel
Speech Language Pathologist
scepel@esu7.org
Ext. 1102