Small town, stellar school system

Small, rural schools can be a boon to learning. Small populations and classroom sizes mean more personalized, one on one attention for students. Small communities can also choose to prioritize education and have a positive influence on local school systems.

Faulkton, South Dakota’s school system pledges to provide a positive learning community that challenges all students to realize their greatest potential. The district has garnered state and national recognition for its efforts.

Superintendent Derek Barrios of the Faulkton Area Schools has spoken to the importance of community investment education. “The entire community plays an important role in the success of our schools and our children,” Barrios said in a blog post. “The ceiling of our continued success is limitless, and involving all of our district community members, business owners, parents, staff and students is vital.”