Degree Name

Education Specialist (EdS)

Semester of Degree Completion

1989

Thesis Director

Larry Janes

Abstract

This study explored alternative methods that might be used by five selected small Illinois rural school districts to provide quality educational programs. Many Illinois school districts are facing problems that are unique to today's educational setting. Declining enrollments and decreasing farm land assessments along with small increases in state aid have compounded the problems of school districts. School board members must be aware of the condition of the school districts and what warning signs show impending problems. This study explored the enrollment projections, financial conditions and the instructional setting of five Shelby County Illinois school districts. Then options available to these districts to retain and enhance quality educational programs were explored. Conclusions were made with regard to the condition of these districts. With the information in the study and with careful evaluation, the members of the boards of education of these five school districts should be able to make more informed and appropriate decisions as to the direction each school district should take in the future.

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