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Montana State University offers programs to support rural educators, school districts

In recognition of the teaching and administrative challenges unique to small, spread-out school districts, MSU has implemented a variety of programs to support rural communities.

Lynne Peterson had been employed as a school teacher in Red Lodge and Salt Lake City for more than two decades when she decided, in 2013, to pursue a master of education in educational leadership. The Montana State University program in which she enrolled enabled her to earn the degree while continuing to teach. After earning a master’s in 2015, Peterson transitioned from a 28-year teaching career to become a superintendent and high school principal in her hometown of Savage, a rural community in northeastern Montana.

"I haven’t regretted one moment of it," Peterson said of her decision to pursue a master’s. "Every day has been interesting."

By Amanda Eggert for the MSU News Service

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