AIRSS would like to publicly thank Dr. Purvis for her service to the state of Illinois, her commitment to our schools and children and in particular her willingness to learn and support Illinois rural and small schools.
Thank You to Illinois Secretary of Education Dr. Beth Purvis Read More »
At the September 28, 2017 annual membership and Board of Directors meeting the peaceful transition of power occurred.
AIRSS Board of Directors Transition Read More »
Dr. Gary Funk reminds us of the good that exists in our respective communities.
Challenges and Opportunities in Southern Illinois Read More »
AIRSS is pleased to report that HB656 has passed both the House and the Senate and is on the way to the Governor’s desk for signature.
HB656 has passed both the House and the Senate Read More »
AIRSS attended the Fair Funding Rally on the steps of the Capitol in Springfield to advocate for school funding on your behalf.
Rally for School Funding Read More »
Rural Schools Collaborative shares about AIRSS’s work to support rural schools nationally as well as at home in Illinois.
Collaboration, Commitment & Creativity Drive Outcomes Read More »
The State Congress of Illinois voted to update the School Code to require carbon monoxide detectors.
Carbon Monoxide Act Read More »
We invite you to read Sarah Halasz Graham’s third and final installment in a journalistic series that explores rural “brain drain.”
Brain Drain Is Not A Rural Inevitability Read More »
Governor Rauner has issued this proclamation to generate awareness of the vital roles rural and small schools play.
2015 Illinois Rural and Small School Day Read More »
AIRSS Executive Director Dave Ardrey shares updates on his advocate trip to Washington DC.
AIRSS National Policy and Advocacy Read More »
