Adsit, T: Small Schools, Education, and the Importance of Co

By Tim L. Adsit

This book focuses on three successful approaches for using the school as a catalyst for community development and revitalization, particularly in rural areas. The strategies also work well in suburban and urban areas. Succesful case studies are also included.

Chapter 1- Overview Chapter 2 - Rural Distress and Survival Chapter 3 - Economic, Social, Cultural, Geo-Political, and Environmental Distress in Rural America Chapter 4 - Survival: The Small School and the Importance of "Community" Chapter 5 - Conclusions About Rural Distress and Survival Chapter 6 - Working Together for Success: Small School Leaders Guide To Resources for Rural Community Development, Revitalization, and Renewal Chapter 7 Appendix A - Research on Community Service Education Chapter 8 Appendix B - Sample Student Learning Activities Using Community as Curriculum Chapter 9 Appendix C - Sample Activities for Developing A School-Community Vision and A School Leaders Guide With Useful Tools for Community Development Chapter 10 Appendix D - Community-School Design Conference Agenda Chapter 11 Appendix E - The "Rool" Community and School Simulation Activity Chapter 12 Appendix F - Human and Non-Human Resources Providing Assistance to Rural Communities and Schools