Contact Us
Assistance is provided by the following Nebraska Department of Education staff. Contact information and a description of services available are included.
Jolene Palmer – Nebraska School Safety & Security Director
Phone: 402.471.2944
E-mail: jolene.palmer@nebraska.gov
Services:
- Information on School Safety Plans
- Threat Assessment Training
- Standard Response Protocol Training
- Safety Standards
- School Safety and Security in Nebraska
Cesar Torres – Bullying and Cyber-bullying research associate
Phone: 402.471.0986
E-mail: cesar.torres@nebraska.gov
Services:
- Help with bullying and cyber-bullying phone calls and emails
- Help with research and resources about bullying and cyber-bullying
Scott Stemper – Emergency Operations Planning Specialist
Phone: 402.471.4408
E-mail: scott.stemper@nebraska.gov
Services:
- Provide leadership and guidance for emergency operations planning in schools
- Assist with the development and effectiveness of emergency operations safety and security plans
Jessica Sorge – Suicide Prevention Specialist
Phone: 402.471.4044
E-mail: jessica.sorge@nebraska.gov
Services:
- Assist schools with questions regarding required annual suicide prevention training
- Assist school staff in identifying signs and symptoms of suicidal behavior
Carol Bom – School Safety Office Associate
Phone: 402.471.4350
E-mail: carol.bom@nebraska.gov
Services:
- Contact for information on scheduled training or workshops
- Updates to website
Extended NDE Partners:
Lacey Peters
Health/Physical Education
Ph: 402-471-4352
E-Mail: lacey.peters@nebraska.gov
Chris Junker
HIV/Sexual Health Education
Ph: 402-463-5611 x 171
E-Mail: chris.junker@nebraska.gov
Donna Hoffman
Ph: 402-471-4811
E-Mail: donna.hoffman@nebraska.gov
PBiS: Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support
Director: TBA