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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

Independence Day
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

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
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.

Summer Hours Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm & Friday 7:30am-11:30am
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

ESU 7 will be closed Friday, April 18th & Monday, April 21st
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

Vacancy
2025/03/17

Due to the resignation of the District 4 ESU 7 Board member, a vacancy has been created.

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,

Chief Administrator Marci
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,

Second Annual Community Resource Fair
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

24-25 Regional Continuous Improvement Planning Workshops
2024/08/06

Continuous Improvement Planning Workshops Are Here!

Board Spotlight
2024/06/17

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

Board Spotlight
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

Welcome Kris!
2024/04/25

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

Board Spotlight
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.

Chris Chvala
Chris Chvala
Computer Support Specialist
cchvala@esu7.org
Ext. 1020
Janet Ciboron
Janet Ciboron
Production Personnel
jciboron@esu7.org
Ext. 1012
Kassandra Cornwell
Kassandra Cornwell
Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
kcornwell@esu7.org
Ext. 1086
Marni Danhauer
Marni Danhauer
District 10
Represents
Central City, High Plains, Palmer
Committees
Evaluation (Chair)
mdanhauer@esu7.org
Ann Dubas
Ann Dubas
School Psychologist
adubas@esu7.org
Ext. 1023
Shelli Eickmeier
Shelli Eickmeier
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
East Butler, David City
seickmeier@esu7.org
Ext. 1080
Calvin Frey
Calvin Frey
School Psychologist
cfrey@esu7.org
Ext. 1092
Mayra Garcia
Mayra Garcia
Title IC Secretary / Data Specialist
mgarcia@esu7.org
Ext. 1040
Vanessa Gascon
Vanessa Gascon-Guarcas
Title IC Education Liaison
vgascon@esu7.org
Ext. 1065
Jeri Glenn
Jeri Glenn
Paraprofessional
jglenn@esu7.org
Ext. 1052
Karen Gomez
Karen Gomez
District 7
Represents
Columbus Public, David City, Lakeview, Schuyler Community Schools
Committees
Budget
kgomez@esu7.org
Iris Medina Gonzalaz
Iris Medina Gonzalez
Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
imedina@esu7.org
Ext. 1084
Don Graff
Don Graff
District 11
Represents
Cross County, David City, High Plains, Osceola, Shelby-Rising City, Twin River
Committees
Negotiations
dgraff@esu7.org
Devon Gronenthal
Devon Gronenthal
Boone Central District Technology Coordinator
dgronenthal@esu7.org
Ext. 1055
Kendra Gustafson
Kendra Gustafson
Professional Development Coordinator:
Cognitive Coaching, High Ability Learner, High Reliability Schools, MTSS, NWEA Certified Facilitator
kgustafson@esu7.org
Ext. 1074
Marci Haight
Marci Haight
Northeast Region Coordinator, M.Ed.
mhaight@esu7.org
Ext. 1025