Rural Schools Association
of New York State
Communities Committed to Educational Excellence
Learn More
News
Rural Schools Face Declining Enrollment, Less Clout in Albany
Video Coverage of RSA Rural Issues Forum from WCAX
Full Video of RSA Rural Issues Forum - Youtube
First Round of Rural Issues Forums Reveal Deep Challenges
RSA 2020 Legislative Priorities
Legislative Testimony Brochure 2019
Merger: Money Saving Magic or Myth
Mental Health Association of NY Press Release re: Online Training for School Staff
Advocacy Alerts
Albany Alerts
RSA - Testimony Before The NYS Joint Legislative Budget Committee Elementary and Secondary Education Hearing
Empire State Weekly Interview
State Aid Runs
Washington Watch
Washington Watch
December3, 2019 Reforming the State's Education Foundation Aid Formula
Who We Are
The Rural Schools Association is a statewide, member driven organization dedicated to representing the interests of small and rural school districts in New York State. The Rural Schools Association is anchored in the New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University within the Community and Regional Development Institute. Our offices and staff plan the annual conference, research and assess policy recommendations, and support, collaborate, and report on research across the University that is relevant to rural schools.
Our Mission
The Rural Schools Association (RSA) is a member driven organization representing the particular interests of the small and rural school districts of New York State. RSA also initiates research, and provides information and services as needed by its members.
