President - Todd Hansen
Vice President - Terry Sorensen
Secretary - Pam Murphy
Board Member - Jon Ludvigsen
Board Member - Sandi Proskovec
Board Member - Mike Petersen

The BOARD OF EDUCATION is a member of the following organization and paid the corresponding amount as dues for the 2026-2027 school year: Nebraska Association of School Board (NASB): $8,804.00.  Furthermore, the Board of Education does not pay fees to any individual lobbyist or lobbying firm. This information will be updated by April 1st annually. 

• We believe that perpetuation and improvement of our culture are dependent upon education.

• We believe that schools should be student focused on the development of responsible, lifelong learners through quality education.

• We believe that learning is a lifelong process.

• We believe that all students should be empowered to become productive and contributing members of society.

• We believe that the commitment of students, staff, patrons, and parents determine the quality of education.

• We believe that all persons have equal worth and dignity.

• We believe that every person can learn.

• We believe that effort is the means to consistent achievement.

• We believe that education enables people to control their lives.

• We believe that student achievement is one measure of the effectiveness of an educational institution.

• We believe that educators are role models.

Regular Board of Education meetings are held on the second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. The meetings are held in the in the Board Room of the Main Street Building, 130 East 9th Street. Individuals interested in addressing the Board will be recognized at the beginning of the meeting.

The mission of Fremont Public Schools is to produce creative, adaptable, productive citizens committed to lifelong learning.

In order to develop in all children the essential and core skill sets and ability to successfully compete in a global society and an uncertain future, we envision the need to provide direction to our schools through goals and initiatives that are based on student performance data. This position is not negotiable and is not subject to influence or suppression by special interests or initiatives, designs, or demands that are not validated by superior quality research data.

Primary outcome: Students read, write, and do math at grade level or better.

Key accomplishments to target:

● Strong evidence-based K-12 literacy instruction
○ Universal early literacy by grade 3 using evidence-based instruction
○ Evidence-based literacy instruction and programming to accelerate and
remediate deficiencies K-12
○ Language acquisition instruction leading to literacy

● K-12 evidence-based mathematics instruction and programming
○ Strong math foundations and core concepts
○ Core foundational target instruction and programming to accelerate and
overcome deficits K-12

● Systems for early identification and intervention

● Regular use of high-quality instructional materials aligned to standards paired with
evidence-based instruction

Why this matters: Academic gaps compound over time. Five years is sufficient to permanently change trajectories.

Primary outcome: Students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Key accomplishments:

● Strong attendance and engagement strategies - NDE attendance playbook
● Integrated mental health supports (school counselors, social workers, partnerships)
● Positive school climate focused on meaningful relationships with adults

Why this matters: Learning doesn’t happen without emotional safety and trust.

Primary outcome: Graduates are ready for college, careers, and civic life.

Key accomplishments:

● Multiple Dual Enrollment Opportunities
● Strong career and technical education (CTE) pathways
● College readiness aligned to postsecondary expectations
● Work-based learning, career activities, and community partnerships
● Financial literacy, digital literacy, and civic education
● Thoughtful use of technology and AI as learning tools

Why this matters: Success after high school is the ultimate accountability measure.

Primary outcome: Schools are seen as credible, responsive, and transparent.

Key accomplishments:

● Two-way communication utilizing multiple platforms
● Meaningful family engagement beyond events
● Community partnerships (health, workforce, education, non-profits)
● Clear public goals and progress reporting

Why this matters: Trust enables stability, support, and long-term improvement.

Primary outcome: Teaching is a sustainable, respected profession.

Key accomplishments:

● Competitive compensation and benefits
● Increase staff satisfaction through workload, planning time, and support
● High-quality professional learning tied to classroom practices
● Strong pipelines for leadership roles

Why this matters: Teacher quality is the most important in-school factor affecting student learning.

Primary outcome: Dollars, time, and effort align with district priorities.

Key accomplishments:

● Budgeting tied to student outcomes
● Evaluation of programs for impact (what to stop, start, continue)
● Long-term planning beyond temporary funding
● Operational efficiency (transportation, staffing, facilities)

Why this matters: Five years goes quickly without disciplined resource use.