Place-Based Education
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Place-Based Education
Our partners at Teton Science Schools do an exceptional job defining Place-Based Education and how it connects learners and communities.
Research & Resources
Explore a wide array of studies and resources related to place-based learning.
Grants in Place
Our Grants in Place programs support the innovative work of rural classroom teachers.
Place-Based Education Related Stories
Celebrating Rural Teacher-Leaders: National Signature Project Award 2024-25 Winners
In partnership with the National Rural Education Association, Rural Schools Collaborative is proud to celebrate this year’s National Signature Project Awardees' accomplishments.
Celebrating the Power of Place-Based Education in Oregon
Three rural Oregon teachers transforming education with Place-Based Projects that connects students to their communities
2025 Grants in Place Celebration of Learning
The Celebration of Learning spotlights 19 rural teachers who transformed their curriculum with community-focused Place-Based Education projects this past school year.
Eric Nichols - Crane, OR
In a widespread community in Harney County, Oregon, the community is the school.