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Independent Program

through Educational Service Unit 2

ESU2 Independent is a specialized alternative education program dedicated to supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs. Since 2012, we have partnered with ESU2 member districts to provide a structured, supportive environment where students can grow and succeed. We also welcome students from outside the ESU2 partnership area. 

Our comprehensive program is designed to build the skills, confidence, and resilience students need to thrive in school and beyond. Through individualized support and targeted instruction, we empower students to make meaningful progress. Our ultimate goal is to successfully transition each student back to their home district when it is determined appropriate by the IEP team.

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Contact Us

Give us a call at 402.721.1430 or stop by!

Where is Independent Program? 

Independent Program is located in Fremont, NE, right on the corner of Hwy 77 and County Rd W. 

1102 County Road W

Fremont, NE 68025

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School Calendar

(2026-2027)

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Important Dates 

(2026-2027)

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School Wellness Policy 

Meet The Team

Alexa Hansen

Alexa Hansen

Behavior Interventionist

Amanda Hime

Amanda Hime

Behavior Interventionist

Ashley Johnson

Ashley Johnson

Occupational Therapist

Brandi Arneal

Brandi Arneal

Principal

Elise Brown

Elise Brown

Paraprofessional

Heather Braniff

Heather Braniff

Paraprofessional

Jenna Koperski-Bohn

Jenna Koperski-Bohn

PLMHP

Kate Chrisman

Kate Chrisman

Independent Program Teacher

Kelly Jensen

Kelly Jensen

Paraprofessional

Leah Munoz

Leah Munoz

Behavior Interventionist

Mallory Tiernan-Lang

Mallory Tiernan-Lang

Administrative Assistant

Melissa Lepore

Melissa Lepore

Teacher (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)

Michelle Nice

Michelle Nice

Teacher (6th-12th Grade)

Molly Boyer

Molly Boyer

LMHP

Nerissa Wagner

Nerissa Wagner

Teacher (6th-12th Grade ELA)

Shelby Fink

Shelby Fink

Teacher

Stacey Meyer

Stacey Meyer

Paraprofessional

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2320 N Colorado Ave

PO Box 649

Fremont, NE 68026
PH: 402.721.
7710

Fax: 402.721.7712

Regular Hours:

Mon-Fri | 7:30am-4:00pm

Summer Hours: 

Mon-Fri | 7:30am-3:30pm

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