Advancing Rural Education Site Visit

Rural education is rich with potential, where personalized learning and strong community ties foster an environment where students thrive.

Join AASA, the National Rural Education Association (NREA), and Georgia Department of Education’s Office of Rural Education and Innovation for a special site visit to Candler County School District in Georgia! This visit will take place prior to the NREA Annual Conference this fall.

During the visit, attendees will explore:

• Educational Initiatives: Learn how Metter and Candler County communities prepare youth for college and careers through dual credits and access to academic excellence.

• Flex Program in Entrepreneurship: Discover the Flex program, focused on entrepreneurship and its role in student development.

• Georgia Grown Partnership: Insights into the partnership with Georgia Grown, enhancing local educational opportunities.

• Industry Partnerships: Learn about successful collaborations with industry leaders like Hyundai and Ajin, including the impact of educator visits to South Korea!

Registered Advancing Rural Education cohort participants will receive complimentary registration to this site visit. All other attendees are welcome to register for a fee. You do not need to be registered for the NREA conference to attend.