08/26/2026
Roots & Wings
Stories of the Blue Jay
Featuring: Logan Moss - Class of 2019
Logan shared his video from an impressive setting—in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
In this short clip, he explains his work as an Associate Director of Public Policy for NASDA, the path that led him there, and what his role involves. He also offered students some motivational advice about discovering their interests and pursuing their passions.
Logan provided valuable insight into planning for the future, including typical salaries for similar careers, the importance of considering the cost of living, and other practical factors teenagers may not always think about when exploring career options.
During high school, Logan was very active in both FBLA and FFA, attending and competing at national conferences with each organization. He ended his video by sharing his favorite NHS memory—attending the FFA National Convention in 2017.
“That was a really great experience for me. It was the first time I ever got to really think about what agriculture looks like on a global scale—outside of just my area of Arkansas and outside of the South. I began to look at issues that face the entire country. FFA really opened my eyes to what agriculture looks like domestically and abroad.”
Since graduating from Nevada, Logan has traveled across the country through his work. At the time he recorded the video, he was also preparing for a trip to Africa, where he would speak about the U.S. agriculture and food system.
We are incredibly proud of Logan and all he has accomplished since leaving Nevada High School. From a small school in southwest Arkansas to the steps of the U.S. Capitol—and now sharing his knowledge around the world—he is a wonderful example of how far a Blue Jay’s wings can carry them. Thank you, Logan, for remembering your roots, giving back to your school, and inspiring today’s students to dream big.
We have more ~ Stories of the Blue Jay ~ on the way. We'd love to share yours, too. E-mail your story, photo, and/or video to [email protected].
