The AZ Rural Leader Official Publication of the Arizona Rural Schools Association SOG OG in this issue... Winter 2022 Page 1 • From the Executive Director Page 3 • From the Desk of the President Dr. Melissa Sadorf, ARSA President Page 8 • Vendor vs. Partner by Jenn Rehse, Director of Business Development of Arizona, and Lisa Folsom, Business Developer Sunland Asphalt Page 11 • ARSA Executive Board Members Page 13 • The Maturation of Choice by Sean Rickert, Superintendednt Pima USD, ARSA Executive Board Page 21 • NAU Launches a Statewide Rural Schools Resource Center by Dr. Howard Carlson, Educational Consultant , former Superintendent, Wickenburg Unified School District Message from the Executive Director Dear Rural Leaders, I’m writing this during a very contentious legislative session. Although most legislators with whom I’ve spoken have been courteous and accessible, the content of much of the pending education legislation would be punitive in practice and further burden school staff with unnecessary and unfunded additional work load. Thanks to your participation in the RTS system, and your willingness to reach out to legislators directly, several bills which would have caused our members unnecessary burdens were beaten back. One thing I know for certain is that when you make your voices heard, a great many legislators will listen. You have the capacity to be a valuable resource for those who are willing to listen when they craft and considerer legislation. I will do my best to facilitate awareness of legislation and how it can impact ARSA members. Any time you have questions or observations, please give me a call: 928.830.7182 We have a new feature in this edition. Melissa Sadorf will offer a quarterly message: “From the Desk of the President”. We all know Melissa’s experience and insight; I can promise you her work will always be timely and meaningful. Thanks again for supporting The Arizona Rural Schools Association. We are always here for you. Wes Brownfield “Stronger Together!”
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