Co-authored by David Ardrey, Executive Director, Association of Illinois Rural and Small Schools and Roger Eddy, Former Executive Director, Illinois Association of School Boards
This series explores the critical condition of rural school infrastructure, and new infrastructure solutions made possible by a partnership between AIRSS and OPTERRA. This partnership is designed to bring unprecedented support to rural and small schools by addressing critical infrastructure and facilities needs while reducing financial and operational barriers for school leaders.
Executive Summary
The Rural Infrastructure Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb
Why Rural Districts Must Embrace a New Master Planning Approach
Master Planning for Facilities Modernization is a “Need” not a “Want”
About the Authors:
Roger Eddy brings over four decades of experience as an educator and administrator at all levels from PreK to Community College. In addition to being a rural educator, Eddy served five terms in the Illinois House of Representatives and was Executive Director of the Illinois Association of School Boards.
Dave Ardrey has served over a decade as Executive Director of the AIRSS, and has served as the President and Interim Executive Director of the National Rural Education Association. Additionally, Ardrey previously directed School Partnerships and Outreach at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and was the Founding member and Chair of the Rural Schools Collaborative.