Our Stories
Rural Schools Collaborative is committed to changing the rural narrative.
Small College. Big Impact.
March 7, 2016
Dakota Wesleyan education students assist with Rural Teacher Corps planning.
Power of Partnerships
Grants in Place Application Deadline is March 15
February 29, 2016
There is plenty of time to apply. It is a simple process.
Place-Based Education
Frankly, rural education philanthropy in the Ozarks is astounding!
February 25, 2016
Missouri's Houston Education Foundation is a shining example of how philanthropy can impact a school.
Local Philanthropy
Ozarks Teacher Corps Garners More Recognition
February 21, 2016
Rural teacher corps concept gains momentum.
Power of Partnerships
Building A Strong Foundation
February 15, 2016
Arkansas' Rural Community Alliance launches endowment building effort.
Arkansas Delta, Local Philanthropy
Arthur Mallory: The Wisdom of an Educator
February 8, 2016
A story about an iconic Ozarkian with companion podcast.
Power of Partnerships
Weighed in the Balance: Rural Education Portrayals are Found Wanting
February 2, 2016
Ann Schulte, author and educator, believes we should stress what is positive about rural schools.
Power of Partnerships
Transcending the Digital Divide: American Rural Connections Run Deep
January 26, 2016
Renee Carr leads us on an historical journey from Turkey Creek, Arkansas to Galesburg, Illinois
Place-Based Education
Apply Now for 2016 Grants in Place!
January 15, 2016
The Grants in Place program strengthens the bonds between school and community.
Place-Based Education
Edgerton (WI) Community School Students Honor Local Literary Hero
January 12, 2016
Grants in Place project engages students in community literary event.
Place-Based Education
Lessons from Our Past: A Saving Grace
January 4, 2016
Let's begin the New Year with hopeful perspectives from a future rural teacher ready to change the world!
Power of Partnerships
Thank You for A Wonderful Start!
December 30, 2015
Please check out our first annual report.