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Gavin Egeland
Mr. Cooper
Lana S.
Gavin Egeland, Nevada High School junior, has been selected for a World Food Prize Borlaug-Ruan research internship abroad. Gavin will be studying and working at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) in Nairobi, Kenya with Dr.Kelvin Shikuku, an economist in their Livestock Climate and Environment Program. This internship will take place for eight weeks during the summer of 2025.
This is very exciting to see one of our students receive this opportunity! I admire Gavin’s work ethic and academic work in this area.
Mr. Kevin Cooper (AG Teacher and FFA Advisor)
For Nevada High School teacher and part-time farmer Kevin Cooper, water quality practices aren’t just a textbook topic – they’re a part of his life that he shares with his students and community.
That combo of education, engagement, and enthusiasm is why Cooper was named the Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance (IAWA) 2024 Individual Impact Award winner.
“Kevin practices what he preaches in his ag classes,” said Iowa USDA-NRCS State Soil Health Specialist Hillary Olson, who nominated Cooper for the award. “He uses no-till and cover crops on his own farm – those practices make great real-world demonstrations for students when he brings them out to the field.”
Hillary Olson, USDA-NRCS State Soil Health Specialist
Congratulations to Lana S., a junior, who recently passed a Microsoft Office industry certification exam. She had to meet industry-related standards and proficiencies in the areas of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Lana prepared for this in the Computer Applications course offered in the high school.
Learn about exciting opportunities to serve our school community.
The YSS School-Based Mentoring Program gives hope and opportunity to children in the community by providing caring, positive adult role models.
Learn MoreThe City of Nevada, Iowa offers the best in small town living to all who treasure its “hometown” charm. Located just 4 miles east of I-35 on Highway 30, Nevada boasts a thriving local school system, friendly neighbors, and an abundance of recreational activities to satisfy all who live and play here. Couple that with Nevada’s proximity to Ames, Ankeny and Des Moines, our residents are able to participate in all the events and activities of a larger community, while still living the small town life!