Principles of place-based education guide CFO’s commitment to rural education.
About 100 rural school districts and school foundations have established funds with the CFO to raise private dollars for needs and special projects not covered through public funding.
Since 2009, the RSP program has grown to include the Ozarks Teacher Corps, an innovative program that provides two-year renewable scholarships to teacher-education majors willing to teach in a rural district for at least three years after graduation. This cohort-style program creates a network for young teachers to learn from each other and rural education leaders.
The principles of the Rural Schools Partnership are being replicated in other areas of the country through this collaborative network. Members, funders and educators share innovative place-based best practices and resources for asset development.
Rural school districts and school foundations are considered members of the Rural Schools Partnership if they meet the following criteria:
