We’re all about community here.

NAA is more than coursework and contests. It’s a place where students and families grow together through shared experiences, leadership opportunities, and meaningful connection.

As our program continues to grow, our goal is to create an experience where families feel supported, informed, and connected every step of the way.

Supporting Families Every Step of the Way

Parent connection

We believe strong communication builds strong student experiences. That’s why our Parent Connection team exists: to help families feel informed, supported, and connected throughout the year.

Whether you have questions about contests, scheduling, travel, events, or simply need help navigating the experience, Rita and Becky are here to help.

Rita — FFA Parent Liaison & Support Coordinator

Rita helps families stay informed and prepared throughout the FFA season.

Rita helps by:

Sharing important deadlines and updates
Communicating what families can expect at FFA contests
Answering parent questions about competitions and events
Helping parents find ways to get involved
Providing weekly recaps and upcoming schedules

Becky — Events & Community Coordinator

Becky helps create connection, coordination, and community throughout the program.

Becky helps by:

Coordinating carpooling and contest logistics
Sharing hotel and travel information for events
Organizing industry tours and social opportunities
Communicating non-classroom updates and opportunities
Assisting families with general Google Classroom support

We are nebraska Certified Agriculture Educators

Hybrid Education That is Inclusive and Unforgettable

The Nebraska Agriculture Academy was established in 2022 by Breann Zimmer, Ann Dvorak and Katie Shadbolt who are all Nebraska Certified Agriculture Educators. The three teamed up to create an unforgettable and inclusive online agriculture education academy for homeschool students.

These three amazing individuals have rooted this Academy in the word "service" inspired by the last line of the FFA motto, “Living to Serve.” "Living to Serve" signifies the vital role service plays in FFA and Agriculture Education. At Nebraska Agriculture Academy, these Nebraska Certified Agriculture Educators are not just teachers, but they are advisors and coaches who are always available to serve their students.

They are always available as a helping hand, a resource to a students questions and an advisor to their students dreams! When a student becomes a part of the Nebraska Agriculture Academy, they are a part of something bigger and these teachers take pride in serving their students.

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Meet the Team

Breann Zimmer

HEAD TEACHER AND CO-FFA ADVISOR

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Katie Shadbolt

ASSISTANT TEACHER AND CO-FFA ADVISOR

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Ann Dvorak

ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR AND ASSISTANT FFA ADVISOR

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Sarah Hebda

PLANT SCIENCE TEACHER AND ASSISTANT FFA ADVISOR

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BRENDA from Firth, Nebraska

"I was so excited to have found NE Ag Academy for my daughter. Since we started homeschooling, she didn’t have the option to do FFA with an ag class outside of public school. It’s really been great for her to be a part of this program; learning with like minded individuals and honing in on her future ag related goals. The leaders of this program truly care about her progress and future goals."

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You have the power to shape Nebraska’s future. Through our partnership with NextGen Leaders, the Nebraska Agriculture Academy equips young people with hands-on agricultural education, real-world leadership experience, and the tools they need to thrive.

An investment directly fuels opportunities for the next generation of Nebraskans to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact. Join us in cultivating tomorrow’s leaders—one student at a time.

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