Governor Rauner has issued this proclamation to generate awareness of the vital roles rural and small schools play.
Friday, November 17th is Illinois Rural and Small School Day! Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
The Friday morning meeting held at the Governors office in Chicago yielded a strong conversation regarding the challenges facing our rural schools and communities and the children they serve.
AIRSS Executive Director Meets with Governor Rauner Read More »
The Secretary met with AIRSS President Dr. Patrick M. Twomey to discuss the state of rural and small schools across Illinois.
Illinois Secretary of Education Discusses Serious Rural School Issues Read More »
As AIRSS continues to develop partnerships and programs to support our rural and small schools, we are excited to announce our partnership with the Monsanto Fund and the Americas Farmers Grow Rural Education program.
New AIRSS Partnership Read More »
