National Rural Education Association

Calling all current and aspiring Rural Education Center Directors! Join us at NFARE for a networking event to connect and share ideas about aims, funding, partnerships, and more. No registration necessary. See you there!

The monthly resources from our partners at CoSN are now available! Please visit our website for more detailed information: nrea.net/cosn-septemb...

Know Before You Go! 2025 National Forum to Advance Rural Rural Education

We are only one week from the 2025 #RuralEdForum in Salt Lake City! Check out this video from NREA Executive Director Dr. Melissa Sadorf to make sure you're ready to roll:

It's the LAST DAY to register for the #RuralEdForum! This conference is packed with 3 days of learning, networking, and inspiration: www.nrea.net/nfare

Schedule at a glance:
👋 Oct 13: Keynotes + sessions
🎤 Oct 14: Keynotes +sessions + reception
🤖 Oct 15: NEW AI Summit

One week left for Executive Board nominations! Self-nominations are accepted.

There are four open positions:
- Recognized Research Center Representative
- State Affiliate Representative B
- State Agency Representative
- President-Elect Designate

Learn more and nominate: tally.so/r/npQ5py

AI IN ACTION: Join us for this half-day experience, INCLUDED with your 2025 #RuralEdForum registration! We're excited to have Christian Jackson from Edapt to present the keynote address.

Register for the conference by October 3: www.nrea.net/nfare

Reminder: Applications are open now for RSC's 2026 Grants in Place program, an initiative that celebrates and supports rural educators who are leading the way in Place-Based Education. Learn more and apply by October 24: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Introducing the 2025 National Rural Teacher of the Year - National Rural Education Association Each year, the National Rural Teacher of the Year program honors the very best in rural education across the country, accepting nominations for a teacher in any rural community in the United States. The National Rural Education Association and the NREA Foundation are excited to announce the 2025 National Rural Teacher of the Year. Congratulations

Congratulations to our 2025 National Rural Teacher of the Year: Mr. Jeff Granrud from Howard Lake, MN! Learn more about Mr. Granrud on our website: nrea.net/toy-2025/

The University of Illinois Chicago invites teachers to participate in a research study that aims to understand how teachers in rural schools integrate social and emotional learning (SEL) into their academic instruction and what factors affect this integration. Learn more: go.uic.edu/RuralTeacher...

Don't forget, Executive Board nominations are open now!

In accordance with the NREA by-laws, Article III, Section 9, the election of Executive Board members shall follow the Election 3 cycle.

Self-nominations are accepted.

Learn more and nominate: tally.so/r/npQ5py

Invest in the Future of Rural Education! ✨ Whether you are looking to drive lead generation, expand your network with key decision-makers, or just support rural education, we have a sponsorship package for you. View the full brochure here: bit.ly/nfare-25-spo...

Today at 3:30 EST: How can rural schools attract and retain top educators—without big budget boosts?

In this interactive session, veteran rural leaders will share proven ways they’ve done just that.

Learn more and register now: aasa-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

The #RuralEdForum is coming to Salt Lake City!
📅 Oct 13–15, 2025

3 days. National leaders. Real-world solutions. Networking that sparks change.
🎟️ Register now→ www.nrea.net/nfare

#RuralEducation #RuralEd

Applications are open for RSC's 2026 Grants in Place program, an initiative that celebrates and supports rural educators who are leading the way in Place-Based Education. Learn more and apply now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Don't forget, Executive Board nominations are open now!

In accordance with the NREA by-laws, Article III, Section 9, the election of Executive Board members shall follow the Election 3 cycle.

Self-nominations are accepted.

Learn more and nominate: tally.so/r/npQ5py

AI IN ACTION: We’re excited to introduce this half-day experience, included with your 2025 #RuralEdForum registration!

Whether you’re just starting with AI or ready to go deeper, this summit offers real tools, real voices, real value.

Register now: www.nrea.net/nfare

Reminder: The NREA is holding a General Membership meeting with the Executive Board on September 18 at 11:00 PST / 2:00 EST. Please join us! The Zoom link was sent via the NREA newsletter last Friday.

The 2025 #RuralEdForum is packed with 3 days of learning, networking, and inspiration—in beautiful Salt Lake City!

Schedule at a glance:
👋 Oct. 13: Keynotes + sessions
🎤 Oct. 14: Keynotes +sessions + reception
🤖 Oct. 15: NEW AI Summit

👉 Register: www.nrea.net/nfare

The NREA is holding a General Membership meeting with the Executive Board on September 18 at 11:00 PST / 2:00 EST. Please join us! The Zoom link was sent via the NREA newsletter today.

Invest in the Future of Rural Education! ✨ Whether you are looking to drive lead generation, expand your network with key decision-makers, or just support rural education, we have a sponsorship package for you. View the full brochure here: bit.ly/nfare-25-spo...

✅ Are you a rural educator—or passionate about #RuralEd?
✅ Want the latest research, insights & best practices?
✅ Ready to connect with peers nationwide?

If yes, join us Oct 13–15, 2025 in Salt Lake City for the #RuralEdForum.
🎟️ Register →www.nrea.net/nfare

How can rural schools attract and retain top educators—without big budget boosts?

In this interactive session, veteran rural leaders will share proven ways they’ve done just that.

Learn more and register now: aasa-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

In accordance with the NREA by-laws, Article III, Section 9, the election of Executive Board members shall follow the Election 3 cycle

Self-nominations are accepted.

Learn more and nominate: tally.so/r/npQ5py

🚨 150+ in-person learning sessions at #RuralEdForum!

Join rural educators, researchers & leaders in Salt Lake City, October 13-15, for three days of powerful PD.

🎯 Don’t miss out—register now: www.nrea.net/nfare
#RuralEd #RuralEducation

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The #RuralEdForum is coming to Salt Lake City!
📅 Oct 13–15, 2025

3 days. National leaders. Real-world solutions. Networking that sparks change.
🎟️ Register now→ www.nrea.net/nfare

#RuralEducation #RuralEd

AI IN ACTION: We’re excited to introduce this half-day experience, included with your 2025 #RuralEdForum registration!

Whether you’re just starting with AI or ready to go deeper, this summit offers real tools, real voices, real value.

Register now: www.nrea.net/nfare

Invest in the Future of Rural Education! ✨ Email execdir@nrea.net to join us in supporting rural education.

View the full sponsorship brochure here: bit.ly/nfare-25-spo...

North Putnam - Journeys in Film North Putnam is about a rural Indiana school district and the community it serves,. This film is excellent for educator discussions and professional development. Audiences come away feeling inspired by the administrators, teachers, students and community members of North Putnam and energized to develop effective strategies for their own communities. The North Putnam Study Guide […]

North Putnam is about a rural Indiana school district and the community it serves. This film is excellent for educator discussions and professional development.

The North Putnam Study Guide is short and adaptable for a range of audiences.

Educational licenses & individual streaming are available.

✅ Are you a rural educator—or passionate about #RuralEd?
✅ Want the latest research, insights & best practices?
✅ Ready to connect with peers nationwide?

If yes, join us Oct 13–15, 2025 in Salt Lake City for the #RuralEdForum.
🎟️ Register →www.nrea.net/nfare