Arizona Rural Schools Association
@azruralschools.org
The goal of Arizona Rural School’s Association (ARSA) is to improve instruction in rural schools in Arizona. We believe that all students, regardless of geographic location or school size, are entitled to an equitable education.
ICYMI: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! View the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIkC...
December 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
ICYMI: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! View the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIkC...
LAST DAY!
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
December 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
LAST DAY!
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
Nonprofit Learning Undefeated is partnering with the Dee Howard International Education Foundation to advance the Rural STEM Initiative and bring high-quality, hands-on STEM curriculum & resources to rural communities. Learn more: www.learningundefeated.org/news/learnin...
Learning Undefeated and the Dee Howard International Education Foundation Join Forces to Expand Hands-On Rural STEM Education Across the U.S. - Learning Undefeated
Nonprofit Learning Undefeated is partnering with the Dee Howard International Education Foundation (DHEDF) to advance the Foundation’s Rural STEM Initiative and bring high-quality, hands-on STEM curriculum and resources to students and teachers in rural communities.
www.learningundefeated.org
December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Nonprofit Learning Undefeated is partnering with the Dee Howard International Education Foundation to advance the Rural STEM Initiative and bring high-quality, hands-on STEM curriculum & resources to rural communities. Learn more: www.learningundefeated.org/news/learnin...
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#FeelGoodFriday from our Arizona State Affiliate, @azruralschools.org: At Mohave Valley School District, rural resourcefulness has turned into improved attendance rates, better grades, and higher enrollment through their Innovation Lab project. Learn more: www.azruralschools.org/news/mohave-...
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
#FeelGoodFriday from our Arizona State Affiliate, @azruralschools.org: At Mohave Valley School District, rural resourcefulness has turned into improved attendance rates, better grades, and higher enrollment through their Innovation Lab project. Learn more: www.azruralschools.org/news/mohave-...
REMINDER, ARSA is accepting nominations:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
December 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
REMINDER, ARSA is accepting nominations:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5 by 5pm MST.
ARSA wishes you a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving with your friends and loved ones. 🦃
November 28, 2025 at 1:01 AM
ARSA wishes you a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving with your friends and loved ones. 🦃
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5, 2026 by 5pm MST.
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5, 2026 by 5pm MST.
November 24, 2025 at 7:59 PM
ARSA is accepting nominations for:
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5, 2026 by 5pm MST.
- President-Elect
- Northeast Regional Representation
- Southeast Regional Representation
Provide a short letter of interest to Kristin Turner (kturner@palomaesd.org) and Greg Wyman (execdir@azruralschools.org) by December 5, 2026 by 5pm MST.
Six Arizona schools received the coveted National Blue Ribbon School recognition this year, including Chinle Elementary! Learn more in this short video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUW2...
Six Arizona schools receive National Blue Ribbon recognition as federal program ends
Six Arizona schools received the coveted National Blue Ribbon School recognition this year and it may be the final year the federal government recognizes schools with this honor.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Six Arizona schools received the coveted National Blue Ribbon School recognition this year, including Chinle Elementary! Learn more in this short video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUW2...
TODAY: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us at 10am MST. Register or join now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
November 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM
TODAY: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us at 10am MST. Register or join now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
This Wednesday: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us on November 19 at 10am MST. Register now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
This Wednesday: Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us on November 19 at 10am MST. Register now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
Student-Led STEM & Rural School Success: ARSA interviewed students and staff from Mohave Valley School District about their unique Innovation Lab. Learn more about how the Lab has brought improved attendance rates, better grades, and higher enrollment: www.azruralschools.org/news/mohave-...
November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Student-Led STEM & Rural School Success: ARSA interviewed students and staff from Mohave Valley School District about their unique Innovation Lab. Learn more about how the Lab has brought improved attendance rates, better grades, and higher enrollment: www.azruralschools.org/news/mohave-...
The Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement (L.O.P.E.) Conference, hosted by the Department of Online Teaching and Learning at Grand Canyon University, returns April 1, 2026—and this year’s event is shaping up to be our most dynamic yet.
Learn more: lopeconference.gcu.edu/
Learn more: lopeconference.gcu.edu/
November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement (L.O.P.E.) Conference, hosted by the Department of Online Teaching and Learning at Grand Canyon University, returns April 1, 2026—and this year’s event is shaping up to be our most dynamic yet.
Learn more: lopeconference.gcu.edu/
Learn more: lopeconference.gcu.edu/
The Carolyn Warner Leadership Educational Service Awards, sponsored by Grand Canyon Education K12 Educational Development Department, is now accepting nominations! Submit a nomination form and letter of recommendation to cherryl.paul@gce.com by Feb 2.
drive.google.com/file/d/1s4Go...
drive.google.com/file/d/1s4Go...
November 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The Carolyn Warner Leadership Educational Service Awards, sponsored by Grand Canyon Education K12 Educational Development Department, is now accepting nominations! Submit a nomination form and letter of recommendation to cherryl.paul@gce.com by Feb 2.
drive.google.com/file/d/1s4Go...
drive.google.com/file/d/1s4Go...
ARSA is excited to share the amazing things happening in rural schools in our state. Have a story to share? A cool photo? Maybe a teacher shoutout? Whatever your Rural AZ Story, contact info@azruralschools.org so we can highlight you!
November 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
ARSA is excited to share the amazing things happening in rural schools in our state. Have a story to share? A cool photo? Maybe a teacher shoutout? Whatever your Rural AZ Story, contact info@azruralschools.org so we can highlight you!
Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us on November 19 at 10am MST. Register now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
November 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Meet ARSA's new Executive Director in this return to our regular Roundtable meetings! Join us on November 19 at 10am MST. Register now: azruralschools.glueup.com/event/arsa-r...
Attention rural advocates: make sure to get out and vote tomorrow! Local elections impact change in our state and in our schools. Let's raise rural voices at the polls!
November 3, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Attention rural advocates: make sure to get out and vote tomorrow! Local elections impact change in our state and in our schools. Let's raise rural voices at the polls!
The 2025 Rural Library Network eSummit is on December 3 from 12-5:30 PM ET! Join rural library leaders, staff, & partners across the country for a powerful day focused on one thing: the transformational role of libraries in building thriving communities. cvent.me/YMaO9A
October 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The 2025 Rural Library Network eSummit is on December 3 from 12-5:30 PM ET! Join rural library leaders, staff, & partners across the country for a powerful day focused on one thing: the transformational role of libraries in building thriving communities. cvent.me/YMaO9A
In this article, NREA reports back on the recent trip to Washington DC, which involved students from Pima High School: nrea.net/ffa-students...
FFA Students from 11 States Advocate for Secure Rural Schools Act in Washington D.C. - National Rural Education Association
A delegation of Future Farmers of America (FFA) students from across the nation recently converged on Capitol Hill, advocating for the Secure Rural Schools Act. Students from 11 states met with each of their state delegates, and collectively with staff from the Speaker of the House Michael Johnson’s office, to discuss the passage of this
nrea.net
October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
In this article, NREA reports back on the recent trip to Washington DC, which involved students from Pima High School: nrea.net/ffa-students...
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October 27, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Are you signed up for our newsletter? Subscribers get exclusive policy updates and are the first to know what's happening at ARSA. Sign up now! azruralschools.glueup.com/organization...
ARSA is glad to announce Dr. Greg Wyman as its new Executive Director. Wyman brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the unique needs of rural education in Arizona, making him an ideal leader to guide ARSA into its next chapter. www.azruralschools.org/news/arsa-we...
October 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
ARSA is glad to announce Dr. Greg Wyman as its new Executive Director. Wyman brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the unique needs of rural education in Arizona, making him an ideal leader to guide ARSA into its next chapter. www.azruralschools.org/news/arsa-we...
This report from ARSA President Sean Rickert takes a closer look at how Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) are being used in our rural communities. Learn more: www.azruralschools.org/news/esa-uti...
October 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
This report from ARSA President Sean Rickert takes a closer look at how Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) are being used in our rural communities. Learn more: www.azruralschools.org/news/esa-uti...
Apply now, closing Friday Oct 24! RSC's 2026 Grants in Place program supports place-based education projects for rural teacher and their schools: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
October 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Apply now, closing Friday Oct 24! RSC's 2026 Grants in Place program supports place-based education projects for rural teacher and their schools: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Pima High School students are heading to Washington DC! There, they will meet with the speaker of the house to highlight the importance of federal funding to rural communities. Read the full story: www.azruralschools.org/news/pima-st...
October 17, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Pima High School students are heading to Washington DC! There, they will meet with the speaker of the house to highlight the importance of federal funding to rural communities. Read the full story: www.azruralschools.org/news/pima-st...
An in-person conference for educators by educators! Join AzTEA if you're looking for ideas about how to effectively reach today's learners, including how integrating ISTE Standards helps improve student outcomes.
📅 Oct 25 | 8 AM - 3 PM CT
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📅 Oct 25 | 8 AM - 3 PM CT
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October 15, 2025 at 2:02 PM
An in-person conference for educators by educators! Join AzTEA if you're looking for ideas about how to effectively reach today's learners, including how integrating ISTE Standards helps improve student outcomes.
📅 Oct 25 | 8 AM - 3 PM CT
📝 Register: bit.ly/azteafall25
📅 Oct 25 | 8 AM - 3 PM CT
📝 Register: bit.ly/azteafall25
We held the 2025 ARSA Art Contest - "Rural Schools: The Heartbeat of America" - and received a lot of great entries. The winners were announced at the Annual Conference in Flagstaff. Congratulations to the winning artists! View their artwork here: www.azruralschools.org/news/2025-ar...
October 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We held the 2025 ARSA Art Contest - "Rural Schools: The Heartbeat of America" - and received a lot of great entries. The winners were announced at the Annual Conference in Flagstaff. Congratulations to the winning artists! View their artwork here: www.azruralschools.org/news/2025-ar...