Rural Education
Written by Jackie Mader of The Hechinger Report, this blog discussed the latest news, trends, and issues facing rural schools and students. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: rural education.
College & Workforce Readiness
Education in Middle Appalachia Improving, Obstacles Remain, Report Says
Although graduation rates are rising, students in Middle Appalachia have little support for or access to post-secondary education.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Legislation Aims to Increase Food Access for Native Children
The Tribal Nutrition Improvement Act of 2015 would give tribes the ability to administer federal food programs without going through state agencies.
Science
Report Highlights Four Ways to Prepare Rural Kids for STEM Careers
Nationwide, STEM instruction is often lacking in rural schools.
Equity & Diversity
Rural Arizona Charter School Boosts College Enrollment Rates
Eighty percent of the school's 8th grade students graduate high school in four years, compared to 61 percent of Native American students statewide.
Equity & Diversity
Private Funds to Boost College Readiness for Montana's Native Students
The funds will improve postsecondary transition services for American Indian students.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Rural Children Less Likely Than Urban Peers to Participate in Lunch Program
Only 63 percent of eligible students participate in the school lunch program, compared to 71 percent of urban students.
Special Education
New Online Therapy Startup Targets Rural Kids with Autism
Rural families and schools often must rely on online sources to provide support to children with disabilities.
Education Funding
5 Stories to Catch You Up on Rural Schools and Districts
A roundup of rural education news from around the country.
Equity & Diversity
Montana Districts Seek Native American Teachers to Improve Achievement
Some districts believe that hiring Native teachers will improve schools that serve Native students.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Hispanic Children Vulnerable to Rural Challenges
Hispanic children are an increasing rural demographic and face more obstacles than their urban peers.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Rural Oklahoma Schools Cut Nurses, Supplies, Amidst Rising Costs
With tight budgets, schools have stopped buying supplies and turned to single-gender classes to save money and make scheduling easier.
Equity & Diversity
Michigan Colleges Demand Full Funding of Native Tuition Program
Michigan has underfunded its Native tuition program for years, which has put a burden on the state's colleges and universities to make up the difference.
Equity & Diversity
New Legislation Aims to Increase Native Teachers at Tribal Schools
The NEST Act would provide scholarships and loan-forgiveness plans for new Native teachers.
Student Well-Being & Movement
New Initiative Takes 'Two-Generation' Approach to Boosting Rural, Tribal Communities
Up to ten rural and tribal communities will receive technical support from federal agencies to improve the quality of life for adults and children.