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Gavin Egeland
Kirsten Weber
Lilly Frideres
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)
Nevada CSD’s Kirsten Weber Recognized in 2026 Iowa Character Awards
The Nevada Community School District is thrilled to announce that Kirsten Weber has been named an Educator of Character Honorable Mention recipient for the 2026 Iowa Character Awards.
Presented annually by The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University, these prestigious statewide awards honor individuals, organizations, and communities that consistently exemplify the Six Pillars of Character®: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Good Citizenship.
Leading by Example
Kirsten’s recognition comes as no surprise to those who work alongside her. In the classroom and throughout the district, she serves as a daily role model for our students, seamlessly weaving positive character traits into the fabric of our school culture.
Through her leadership, Kirsten helps foster a supportive, inclusive environment where students feel valued and motivated to succeed. Her dedication ensures that Nevada schools remain a place where character counts just as much as academic achievement.
About the Iowa Character Awards
For decades, The Ray Center at Drake University has spreadsheeted a mission to improve civility and develop ethical leadership throughout the state. The Iowa Character Awards are the pinnacle of this mission, celebrating everyday Iowans who make their communities a better place through exceptional moral leadership.
The entire Nevada Community School District congratulates Kirsten on this well-deserved honor. Thank you for your continued dedication to our students, our schools, and our community!
An Educator of Character doesn't just teach values from a textbook; they live them out loud. Kirsten embodies the very best of Nevada CSD, showing our students what it means to be caring, responsible, and respectful citizens every single day.
The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center
Lilly Frideres was elected district governor for the Nebraska-Iowa district. As governor she will promote Key Club within the Nebraska-Iowa district and represent the district at the international level.
It is very exciting to have Lilly represent our school at both the district and international levels of Key Club. She has worked very hard to prepare for this opportunity.
Meg Frideres, NHS Key Club Advisor
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.
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*** NOW HIRING ***
The Nevada Community School District has an elementary special education opening. The ideal candidate would have their K-12 Strat 1 & II All or BD/LD endorsement or have the willingness to obtain.
For more information on this position and other openings, visit: https://buff.ly/DoPh2BX
*** NOW HIRING ***
The Nevada Community School District has an elementary special education opening. The ideal candidate would have their K-12 Strat 1 & II All or BD/LD endorsement or have the willingness to obtain.
For more information on this position and other openings, visit: https://buff.ly/DoPh2BX
The 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!
