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A delegation of Future Farmers of America (FFA) students from across the nation recently converged on Capitol Hill, advocating for […]

TUCSON, AZ – The National Rural Education Association (NREA) proudly advocates for all students in rural and small schools, regardless

TUCSON, AZ –The National Rural Education Association (NREA) is proud to launch the 2025 Why Rural Matters report, a project

Each year, the National Rural Teacher of the Year program honors the very best in rural education across the country,

In accordance with the NREA by-laws, Article III, Section 9, the election of Executive Board members shall follow the Election 3 cycle to include: Recognized Research Center Representative (Currently Held by Amy Price Azano), State Affiliate Representative B (Open), and State Agency Representative (Open). This Cycle 3 group will be elected to a three-year term to begin January 1, 2026. Also, a President-Elect Designate shall be elected. The President Elect-Designate begins the 5-year Presidents cycle.

Dear NREA Members, It is a true privilege to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of the National Rural Education Association. My career in education spans more than three decades, rooted entirely in service to rural communities—as a classroom teacher, site principal, and rural superintendent in Arizona. I’ve had the honor of leading at multiple levels, including as the Executive Director of the Arizona Rural Schools Association, where I worked to elevate rural voices, grow statewide networks, and build partnerships that supported local leadership and student success.

Through the NREA Foundation, the Chance family funds the Chance Memorial Dissertation Award in recognition of doctoral research that significantly

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 28, 2025 melissa@nrea.net Tucson, AZ – The National Rural Education Association (NREA) is proud to announce the

The National Forum to Advance Rural Education isn’t just a conference—it’s a dynamic, high-energy experience where passion fuels innovation and ideas spark real change.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2025 Chattanooga, TN – The National Rural Education Association is pleased to announce the appointment