rural schools

The Best of Our Knowledge explores topics on learning, education, and research.We learn about fossils of dinosaurs found in New Mexico that provides evidence that they were quite diverse and thriving before their extinction.And we learn about a series of forums looking at what challenges rural schools are facing in New York State.

Rural Schools Association of New York hosting a series of issues forums across the state

As a state budget takes shape in Massachusetts, several lawmakers continue to fight for more rural school funding. Advocates for a bill refiled this session say rising costs and declining enrollment are leading to “death spirals” at some of the state’s most rural districts.