AIRSS News

After years of hard work and strong rural advocacy, Governor JB Pritzker signed into law Senate Bill 1787 – The Rural Education Advisory Council.

Dear rural educators, The Association of Illinois Rural and Small Schools extends our heartfelt gratitude to all rural and small school teachers for their unwavering dedication in shaping the minds and futures of students in underserved areas, often without many resources or recognition. Your commitment to education is inspiring and truly makes a difference, and

The Bill passes unanimously in a Senate committee.

Join us as a witness to support the passage of a critical bill.

The partnership enables North Central to expand its outreach for the Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program and Character Education Certificate program to AIRSS members.

In the Governor’s budget address put forward number of proposals to support education, and specifically rural and small schools.

David M. Ardrey has been elected and will accept the role of President of the National Rural Education Association (NREA), serving as the 116th President and only the third Illinoisian to hold the position.

Please join us in welcoming these outstanding individuals, who will each serve a two-year term beginning January 1, 2023.

An initiative and opportunity to catalyze rural leaders who are seeking to bring innovation to their communities, learn new ideas, and connect and network with other rural leaders across the state of Texas.