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Public Notice
2026/03/16

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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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.

Haley Kunze
Haley Kunze
School Psychologist
hkunze@esu7.org
Ext. 1025
Image of Liz Lawrence
Liz Lawrence
Department Secretary
llawrence@esu7.org
Ext. 1009
Clark Lehr
Clark Lehr
District 4
Represents
Columbus Public, Lakeview
Committees
Negotiations, Budget
clehr@esu7.org
Ashley Lerch
Ashley Lerch
Paraprofessional
alerch@esu7.org
Ext. 1015
Dawn Lindsley
Dawn Lindsley
President
District 12
Represents
David City, East Butler
Committees
Budget (Chair), Evaluation
dlindsley@esu7.org
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Jan Marie Locket
Receptionist/Administrative Secretary
jlocket@esu7.org
Ext. 1000
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Chris Loescher
Technology Intern
cloescher@esu7.org
Ext. 1063
Jaedyn Malasek
Jaedyn Malasek
School Psychologist
jmorris@esu7.org
Ext. 1096
Alexus Hitz
Alexus Martinez
Twin River District Technology Coordinator
ahitz@esu7.org
Ext. 1054
Amy Melcher
Amy Melcher
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
amelcher@esu7.org
Ext. 1110
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Nati Millan
Title 1C Education Program Liaison
nmillan@esu7.org
Ext. 1066
Emma Moore Photo
Emma Moore
High Plains District Technology Coordinator
emoore@esu7.org
Ext. 1056
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Hayley Murphy
School Psychologist
hmurphy@esu7.org
Ext. 1055
Susan Olmer
Susan Olmer
Special Education Bookkeeper
solmer@esu7.org
Ext. 1019
Kaylee Olmer
Kaylee Olmer
Paraprofessional
kolmer@esu7.org
Ext. 1046
Sherry Olney
Sherry Olney
Paraprofessional
solney@esu7.org
Ext. 1011