This article was originally published by the Association of Illinois Rural and Small Schools (AIRSS), the Illinois State Affiliate of the NREA. NREA invited State Affiliate Directors and other rural ...
Dr. G. Cleve Pilot, Director of Career and Technical Education, Fairfield Career and Technology Center, Winsboro, SC
Addressing the Challenge
In Fairfield County, where manufacturing and transp ...
A delegation of Future Farmers of America (FFA) students from across the nation recently converged on Capitol Hill, advocating for the Secure Rural Schools Act. Students from 11 states met with each ...
TUCSON, AZ – The National Rural Education Association (NREA) proudly advocates for all students in rural and small schools, regardless of age, race, gender, or ability. The recent sweeping chan ...
TUCSON, AZ –The National Rural Education Association (NREA) is proud to launch the 2025 Why Rural Matters report, a project with a more than 20-year history of shaping the conversation about rural ed ...
NREA helps rural educators by finding and helping them use the resources needed to educate today’s students. Whether that’s a rundown on current legislation and how it affects rural communities or guidance on how to meet specific educational needs within your community, our national organization can help. We also help in the publication of your research because we believe in the value of shared knowledge. We are your advocates—your voice—in education.
Our Vision:
The NREA envisions strong rural schools and communities where education is the catalyst for resilience, opportunity and success.
Our Mission:
As the trusted voice for rural education, the NREA advocates for every rural learner, educator, and community.
students enrolled in rural schools
members in 50 states and 5 countries
NREA State Affiliates
university/college members
The NREA provides frequent opportunities for rural educators to communicate with each other through its journals and newsletters, regional and national meetings, and conventions. Through our national and international network, our members share common concerns, issues, and current practices in rural education—a valuable and worthwhile benefit linking you to numerous state, regional, and national entities working on a day-to-day basis for the interests of rural and small schools.
