Innovative Rural School Programs Recognized

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Spooner Advocate: Eight projects received the 2017 Standing Up for Rural Wisconsin Schools, Libraries, and Communities Award during a program and reception in the Wisconsin Dells.

One of those projects was the student-built airplane, and another was inspired by a visit to the Spooner Ag Station.

Presented each year to nominated projects that “demonstrate the great potential and collaborative spirit of rural Wisconsin,” this year’s recipients join 105 exemplary programs recognized since 2005.

“The only way our rural communities can thrive is through intentional support and recognition of their importance to all of Wisconsin,” said State Superintendent Tony Evers. “Those who have worked on projects receiving this year’s rural awards demonstrate that support and the collaborative spirit that makes positive things happen for kids and communities. Their efforts make our rural communities vibrant places for children to learn.”

Nominated by education and library professionals, the 2017 award winning programs will be recognized during the Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance conference (Oct. 30-31). The programs are:

•Spooner High School Aviation Club;

•Crivitz and Wausaukee School Districts, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, and River Cities Habitat for Humanity Tiny House Partnership;

•Weston Dairy Sheep Project in Cazenovia;

•Arts Integration Menomonie;

•HomeMAKER Boxes in Nekoosa;

•Vilas County Economic Development Corporation: Business Entrepreneurship, Broadband Expansion, and Fab Lab in Eagle River;

•The Vinery: An Outdoor Space that Celebrates Creativity and Learning in Winter; and

•Sugar River Sugar Bush in Albany.

Read the complete article on rural school awards.

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