A PROJECT OF RURAL SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE

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A Legacy in the Woods: How Lodi Students are Reclaiming Their School Forest

May 18, 2026

With the help of the Grants in Place program, awardee Paula Tonn and the Lodi School District are utilizing its historic school forest property to engage students and families

Grants in Place, Driftless Region

Rural Teacher Initiative at University of Wisconsin-Platteville students participating in a school STEM Night.

Rural Teacher Corps Spotlight: Proud Rural Teacher Initiative at University of Wisconsin-Platteville Supports All Students as Future Rural Teachers

December 10, 2025

UW-Platteville’s innovative model strengthens the rural teacher pipeline through partnerships, cultural learning, and hands-on community engagement

Driftless Region, Rural Teacher Corps, Community of Learners

Skylar Primm - Cambridge, WI

October 31, 2023

Student-centered learning is a journey to empowerment at Koshkonong Trails School. Learn about Skylar Primm’s path to becoming lead teacher at KTS and how he practices place-based learning.

Driftless Region, Teacher Profile, Teacher Feature: Wisconsin

Dave Perry - Cloquet, MN

April 19, 2023

Restorative Practices and healthy relationships prepare students for success in and out of the classroom

Driftless Region, Teacher Profile, Teacher Feature: Minnesota

Jenny in her classroom

Jennifer Maras - Morris, MN

March 29, 2023

“Relationships will always prevail over shiny toys.”

Driftless Region, Teacher Profile, Teacher Feature: Minnesota