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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.

Teri Opfer
Teri Opfer
Early Childhood Speech Language Pathologist
Cross County, Osceola, High Plains, Fullerton, Palmer, Central City
topfer@esu7.org
Ext. 1082
Doug Pauley
Doug Pauley
President
District 8
Represents
Clarkson, David City, Lakeview, Schuyler
Committees
Buildings & Grounds
dpauley@esu7.org
Otis Pierce
Otis Pierce
Professional Development Coordinator:
Cognitive Coaching, Digital Learning, Math, Title IV Coordinator
opierce@esu7.org
Ext. 1036
Lee Rasmussen
Lee Rasmussen
Learning Academy Teacher
lrasmussen@esu7.org
Ext. 1041
Kaise Recek
Kaise Recek
Vision Coordinator
Teacher of the Visually Impaired
Orientation & Mobility Specialist
krecek@esu7.org
Ext. 1064
Amy Richards
Amy Richards
Professional Development Coordinator:
Cognitive Coaching, Early Childhood Specialist, LETRS - Early Childhood, NWEA Certified Facilitator,
Principal Supports
arichards@esu7.org
Ext. 1071
Meredith Rhea
Meridith Riha
Cen7ter Special Education Teacher
mriha@esu7.org
Ext. 1047
Ingrid Rodriguez
Ingrid Rodriguez
Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
irodriguez@esu7.org
Ext. 1085
Yaribey Rodriguez Aguilar
Yaribey Rodriguez Aguilar
Title IC Service Provider
yrodriguez@esu7.org
Ext. 1066
Maria Rodriguez Borquez
Maria Rodriguez Borquez
Title IC Service Provider
mrodriguez@esu7.org
Ext. 1106
Brandy Rose
Brandy Rose
School Psychologist / Behavior Analyst
brose@esu7.org
Ext. 1029
Cassie Ruth
Cassandra Ruth
Early Childhood Speech Language Pathologist
Schuyler
cruth@esu7.org
Ext. 1004
Jeremiah Salyard
Jeremiah Salyard
Columbus Catholic Schools District Technology Coordinator
jsalyard@esu7.org
Ext. 1057
Tammy Semrad
Tammy Semrad
Paraprofessional
tsemrad@esu7.org
Ext. 1042
Larry Shefcyk
Larry Shefcyk
Building and Grounds Engineer
larryshefcyk@esu7.org
Ext. 1013
Amy Slama
Amy Slama
Transition Specialist
aslama@esu7.org
Ext. 1027