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We are individualized learners.

Individualized learners engage in creative and critical thinking remaining flexible and continuously adapting, as their learning needs change.

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We are collaborators.

Collaborators embody compassion and empathy as they work productively with others of varied backgrounds and points of view to solve complex problems.

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We are whole individuals.

Whole individuals engage in creative and critical thinking, communicate in complex ways, work with others, remain flexible and adaptable as they contribute to the world around them understanding that all people have value in our complex world.

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We are creating world changers.

World changers use their gifts of complex communication, collaboration, work ethic, and empathy to positively impact the world in which we live.

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We are the Cubs!

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News & Upcoming Events


Apr 27 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Prom Day
Apr 27 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Boys Track & Field: 114th Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom (Varsity)
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Success Stories


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Katelyn K.

Success Stories


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Madeleine H.

Success Stories


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Student Awarded Outstanding Entry for Asian-American History, Junior Division

Katelyn progressed through local, state, and national National History Day presentations to be awarded as an Outstanding Entry for Asian-American History in the Junior Division for her website entitled, "The Death of Vincent Chin: Tension between Asian and American Autoworkers."

I want to be a kindergarten teacher. I love to work with kids and since I’m a people person ... I’d like to do something exciting and help build kids’ education.

Katelyn K., 8th Grade

LAUNCH Student puts on K-12 STEM Fair

Nevada High School’s LAUNCH program has opened its students to all types of learning opportunities. Senior Madeleine H. culminated her LAUNCH term by putting on a STEM Fair at the Nevada High School.

The mission of LAUNCH is to allow students to earn credits toward graduation by working on studies or projects that they are passionate about. For Madeleine, her focus was STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).

STEM Fair is the culmination of one Nevada student’s Launch work

I’ve always been interested in STEM, and there wasn’t really anything like this in Nevada . I'd seen this type of event in Ames and wanted to bring some of the amazing things that can be learned through STEM applications to other kids in Nevada.

Madeline H., 12th Grade

Personalized Professional Development

The Nevada School District believes in learning at all levels, from students to staff.

As the education world has promoted voice and choice for students Nevada is also offering this to its staff when it comes to professional development.

Effective professional development honors the autonomy of teachers but recognizes the importance of a form of accountability grounded in that autonomy. Both are essential.

Jim Knight, Director of the Kansas Coaching Project & Author

Get involved!

Learn about exciting opportunities to serve our school community.

Cubbies Cupboard

Cubbie's Cupboard food pantry serves students and families of Nevada Community Schools and is a partnership with Food Bank of Iowa & Cornerstone Church.

Become a volunteer student mentor!

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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Share the Pride!

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT DAY!

One of the first faces or voices that our students, staff, and community members interact with daily are our Administrative Assistants - and there are thousands of those interactions each day!

The dedication and expertise of our Administrative Assistants keep each of our buildings running smoothly, and we appreciate all that they do!

Thank you!
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#NevadaCubPride

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY

Thank you to all of our drivers for safely transporting our students to and from school, events, and more.

A shout out goes to Sue Uthe, Mike Foley, Marcia Sampson, Heather Bartmess, Debbie Goetz, Ken Kaufman, Dick Postel, Jean Makey, Bonnie Raines, Wade Presley, Jan Andrus, Jim Albright, Jim Shelley, Doug Uthe, Jeff Salz, Chris Novak, Ethan Akers, and Teresa Presley.
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Welcome to our community!

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!

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