Education

October 26, 2018

As I travel the Third District and visit our schools, I never cease to be amazed at the intelligence and drive of our students. Their informed curiosity over key issues facing our country has left a particularly strong impression on me this summer and it is this curiosity I seek to nurture through my outreach efforts.

Issues:EducationRural Development

Students

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Youth Advisory Council

The Third District Youth Advisory Council is a forum for high school students to share opinions, thoughts, and concerns with me about local and federal issues throughout the school year. This group provides students the opportunity to discuss the concerns of young Nebraskans and give their input on issues facing our country.

Membership is open to high school students who are:

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Calling Third District Students

February 23, 2018

Columns

Encouraging Nebraska students to engage with their government is important to the future of our state and country. For young people in the Third District, my office has great opportunities for students of all ages and interests to get involved.

Issues:Education

Smith Chairs Hearing on Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults to Break the Cycle of Poverty

May 17, 2017

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) chaired a Ways and Means Subcommittee hearing today entitled “Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults to Break the Cycle of Poverty,” which examined innovative programs around the country helping to equip young people with the skills they need to climb the economic ladder.

Issues:EconomyEducationJobsWays & Means

VIDEO: Smith Congratulates Gering High School on National Contest Win

May 3, 2017

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) spoke on the House Floor today to congratulate Gering High School on being selected as one of three national winners of the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest.

Issues:Education

Smith Congratulates Gering High School Students on Winning National Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest

April 26, 2017

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) met with Gering High School students today during their trip to Washington, D.C., for the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow national awards luncheon. At the luncheon, Gering High School was selected as one of three national winners out of thousands of entries and 10 national finalists.

Issues:EducationRural Development

Addressing the Rising Costs of Higher Education

March 4, 2016

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Whether I am talking with high school seniors, parents of college students, or recent graduates starting to repay their student loans, many Nebraskans express concerns to me about the rising costs of higher education.

Issues:EducationWays & Means

Smith Announces Nominees to U.S. Service Academies

January 14, 2016

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today announced his nomination of 10 students to the U.S. Service Academies for the class entering in the fall of 2016.

Issues:DefenseEducation

Smith Announces Nominees to U.S. Service Academies

January 16, 2015

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today announced his nomination of 14 students to the U.S. Service Academies for the class entering the fall of 2015.

Issues:EducationHomeland Security