Welcome to NREA

The National Rural Education Association (NREA) is the oldest established national organization of its kind in the United States. Formerly known as the REA, the Association traces its origins back to 1907 when it was originally founded as the Department of Rural Education.

For more information about the NREA, head over to the About Us page. Please take a minute to learn about our member benefits that make us the great national program that we’ve become, and be sure to read about our programs and awards. We know you want to know about all of the NREA sponsored events as well as check out the News page for the latest announcements. And as comprehensive as our Web site is, we know that sometimes you need to contact a live person, so we’re always happy to answer your questions.


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From humble roots in 1907, on our way to becoming the leading national organization for rural schools, the NREA is well-respected throughout the rural school industry. 
 

Affordable and secure self-funded health insurance, financial resources, awards programs, the annual NREA Convention,and more. NREA Membership has many benefits.
 


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NREA is please to announce a new partner. ACT, Inc. will provide brief news and information on a regular basis useful to rural educators. Stay tuned for more information!

Looking for a good read this summer? We have some great ideas for you. Read more>>

Have an innovative practice that yields great results? Please share with your colleagues! Look at what you or your colleagues in high poverty districts are achieving and forward this information to the AASA. Read more>>

You can now register electronically and pay with a credit card for the 101st NREA Convention and Research Symposium conference in Cincinnati, October 9-11. Register now!