Johnson Co. Schools Secure $2.9 Million for Nursing and Agriculture Programs Expansion
By Gilbert McClanahan
Tue, October 13, 2026
Johnson County Schools is set to receive nearly $3 million in federal funding to boost their nursing and agriculture programs, according to officials. This money will also aid in a significant construction project.
Funding Details
- Purpose: Expansion of nursing and agriculture programs at the district's career and technical center.
- Amount: $2.9 million
- Source: Federal funding
Impact on Programs
- Nursing Program: The grant will enable the acquisition of simulation equipment to create real-life clinical scenarios for students.
- Agriculture Program: Funds will support the purchase of food-processing equipment and the construction of high tunnels for extended vegetable production.
School Superintendent's Comment
"We have been working to supplement and find the remaining funding to finish [the construction project], and we feel this will help with that," said Johnson County School Superintendent Thom Cochran.
Programs in Action
With the new school set to open in a couple of years, school leaders aim to utilize the equipment to benefit students in the meantime.
- Nursing Students: Will gain hands-on experience through simulation equipment replicating clinical settings.
- Agriculture Students: Will learn about high tunnel construction and extended growing seasons.
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