Hershey Public Schools Administration
Mr. Jared Thomsen, Elementary Principal
Jared Thomsen was raised near Cordova, NE where he attended Exeter-Milligan Public Schools. In 2010, he received his Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education while attending Hastings College as a student-athlete.
Mr. Thomsen’s teaching career began at Aquinas Catholic, in David City, NE where he taught second grade for five years and coached at the varsity level. Following the stint at Aquinas, Mr. Thomsen served two years as the third grade teacher and assistant varsity football coach, at Hershey Public Schools. In 2017, Mr. Thomsen began his role as Activities Director/7-12 Assistant Principal. 2019 Mr. Thomsen made the change to Elementary Principal.
Mr. Thomsen’s wife, Brittany, is a Cosmetologist at Studio 54 in North Platte. The couple have two children, Ty and Brynlee.
Mr. Jordan Cudney, High School Principal
Hello! My name is Jordan Cudney and my beautiful wife Kara and I have four children; Hadlee Elizabeth, Henley Grace, Maizey Kate, and Maverick Joe. We have been married eight years and have loved the fast paced life having four little ones brings! We enjoy having the opportunity to impact the lives of the students and staff in the schools we work in.
I grew up in Falls City, Nebraska where I attended Falls City Public High School. From there I had the opportunity to attend Doane College where I was able to compete on the football team and receive my degree in Physical Education and History. Following graduation, I spent a number of years gaining invaluable experience through my work as a college football coach, a high school teacher and coach, a personal trainer in the private business sector, and now as an administrator. Through all these experiences, I am able to know more clearly who I am as well as the power of building relationships with those whom I work with.
Throughout my time in education and coaching I have learned and believe three things. First, life is all about RELATIONSHIPS. No matter where I have been or what I have done I am reminded of the power to impact as well as learn from others through the development of deep, authentic relationships. Second, the power of how we each INSPIRE one another. There is great power when others come together and work toward a common purpose. Nothing excites me more than to see others’ God-given talents on display as they pursue a mission alongside others. Third, the joy of seeing people reach their POTENTIAL. There is great joy in the journey of working towards and helping others see and achieve their potential. In education we have a great opportunity for impact when it comes to helping the next generation see and reach their potential.
Mr. Bernie Madison, Assistant Principal / Activities Director
Bernie Madison was born and raised in North Platte. He attended NPHS, UNK (Kearney State ) and graduated with a BA in Physical Education & Health, Adaptive Physical Education, and an Elementary Education endorsement; later, Mr. Madison received a Masters in Educational Administration.
Mr. Madison started his teaching/coaching in Houston, Texas at Lamar HS (The Dome is our Home). He then came back to Nebraska and worked for Kearney Catholic HS, where he taught 6th grade Social Studies, Physical Education, and was head coach for football and wrestling. Mr. Madison came full circle and got back to North Platte HS to teach Physical Education and Strength classes, continuing with head football and assisted in wrestling. Mr. Madison was fortunate enough to become the Activities Director/ Assistant Principal here at Hershey HS for his next/last gig .
Mr. Madison has been Married to Cathy (Pacheco) Madison for 22 years, and has three kiddos, Austin, Conner, and Michaela.
Mrs. Sarah Ostmeyer, Director of Teaching and Learning
Sarah Ostmeyer was raised on a farm near Pawnee City, NE, where she attended Pawnee City Public Schools. In 2013, she received her Bachelor of Science in 7-12 English Teaching, and in 2021, she received her Master of Arts in 7-12 Educational Administration. She is currently pursuing her K-12 Library Endorsement.
Mrs. Ostmeyer came to Hershey from Centennial Public Schools, where she had spent the last three years teaching 10-11 English and serving as the yearbook sponsor. Prior to her time at Centennial, Mrs. Ostmeyer taught 7-12 English for six years at Heartland Community Schools in Henderson, NE. At Heartland, Mrs. Ostmeyer also served as the head volleyball coach, assisted with other sports as needed, and served as the yearbook sponsor.
Mrs. Ostmeyer’s husband, Todd, is employed at the City of North Platte. She has two children, Henry and Leo, and is excited to join the Hershey family!