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To promote the use of research stewardship and to share successful practices in order to improve opportunities in Appalachian Kentucky and the thirteen-state Appalachian region.
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To facilitate continuous sponsorship of research that will affect positive changes in all public schools in Appalachian Kentucky and the thirteen-state Appalachian region.
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To seek continual funding for research-based applications that affect Appalachian schools.
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To provide a vehicle for participating school districts to continue to communicate a strong positive position for all Appalachian children.
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To provide a research based body of knowledge by using the National Council for Professors of Educational Administration (NCPEA) Connexions Knowledge Based Project.