The Rural Education Subcommittee of the Elementary and Secondary Education Task Force presents findings related to needs of rural education in the United States. Recommendations directed toward the U.S. Office of Education are cited in the following areas: early childhood education, elementary and secondary education, summer programs, occupational preparation, guidance and counseling, and adult and continuing education. Attention is given to rural problems as related to staffing, community involvement, and civil rights. Additional recommendations focus on the distribution of Federal resources, school reorganization, regional service agencies, and rural communities. A list of members of the task force is appended. (AL)