•Teaches students in school and provides them with a high-quality and relevant education that will empower them to succeed in their local and global contexts •Adapts and differentiates instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests, and abilities of rural students, including those who are culturally and linguistically diverse, gifted and talented, or have special needs. •Participates in and contributes to the social, economic, and civic life of the community, and facilitates meaningful connections between the school and the community
