Wyoming Department of Education

🎓 Calling all middle and secondary school educators! 📣 Facebook: Are you passionate about improving the teaching of reading and writing in our middle and high schools? Join us at the Embracing Literacy Conference for our Adolescent Literacy pathway and discover the latest strategies and research! 📚🔍 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gwBpuSda During this pathway, you'll: - Learn about the current state of adolescent literacy 📊 - Receive practical advice on teaching reading and writing effectively in your classroom 👨🏫👩🏫 -Access a wealth of research, reports, and guides to support your teaching 📑 Our incredible lineup of speakers includes: Dr. Kareem Weaver. Dr. Nell Thompson. Dr. Terrie Noland. Jeanne Schopf. Dr. Kim St Martin. Nancy Hennessy. Dr. Pam Kastner. ANet, TNTP, and The Reading League National team, and more! Our expert speakers will share their insights and experiences, empowering you to make a real difference in the lives of your students. 💡 Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills, connect with like-minded educators, and be part of the movement to improve adolescent literacy. Register now for the Embracing Literacy Conference and join the Adolescent Literacy pathway! 🎟️ #WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat #EmbracingLiteracy #AdolescentLiteracy #SecondaryEducation #ReadingAndWriting #TeachingExcellence

Students at Burlington Elementary recorded this video to share appreciation for their school nurse! Did you know that 95% of students seen by a school nurse for illness or injury are able to return to the classroom, while 18% of kids who do not see a nurse are sent home and lose valuable instruction time. #WYLovesSchoolNurses because they ensure our students are healthy and able to learn. #SchoolNurseWeek #WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

Whether it is a bandage on a scraped knee, a comforting word, or identifying a health issue, school nurses make a difference everyday! Governor Mark Gordon joins #WyDeptEd in celebrating #Wyoming #SchoolNurse Appreciation Week. #WYLovesSchoolNurses #SchoolNurseWeek #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

The #WyDeptEd encourages educators to support students register for and complete the requirements of the Wyoming Congressional Award. This individualized, self-paced, goal-driven program provides young adults with the framework they need to become well-rounded, healthy, civically engaged citizens. The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all youth regardless of ability, circumstance, or socioeconomic status. Participants earn Bronze, Silver, and Gold Certificates and Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas; Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. Learn more about the award: https://www.wcac.us/ #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

Focus on joy! Doing something that makes you smile or laugh can be the best medicine to prevent the negative effects of stress and anxiety. For young children, some great ways to get endorphins flowing and bring happiness is through music, movement, and #OutdoorLearning. Do you think you can combine all three?! Explore #GetWildWyo for more: https://lnkd.in/gHH4x76b #WyDeptEd #WYoEdChat #Wyoming

#Wyoming loves school nurses because they save lives! Superintendent Megan Degenfelder shares how a school nurse made a discovery that had a huge impact on her health. #WYLovesSchoolNurses #SchoolNurseWeek #WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

Join the #WyDeptEd May 13–17 to celebrate #Wyoming School Nurse Appreciation Week with videos and posts on social media. Make a post of your own and add special giphy stickers searching by wyoschoolnurse. Be sure to use the hashtag #WYLovesSchoolNurses. #SchoolNurseWeek #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

New #Wyoming #SpecialEd Teachers should consider attending the #WyDeptEd's New #SPED Teacher Bootcamp in Riverton from July 29-30. The PD will offer a more in depth discussion on topics specific to your role, such as providing FAPE, IEP development, inclusion, classroom strategies, specially designed instruction, high leverage practices, and behavior strategies. This event will precede the Week of Academic Vision for Excellence (WAVE) Conference to offer a complete look at Special Education in the state. Pay only $150 if you register by May 24. Learn more and register for both events: https://lnkd.in/dswEZSrG. #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

#TeacherAppreciationWeek is a great time to recognize 6 #Wyoming Educators named by #WyDeptEd as State Finalists for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The honor recognizes extraordinary teachers who specialize in #STEM and #ComputerScience. The Math state finalists are Amber Johnson, Tongue River Elementary; Elizabeth McKay, Pioneer Park Elementary; and Heather Kolde, Meadowlark Elementary. The Science state finalists are Elizabeth David, Pinedale Elementary; Emily Emond, Woodland Park Elementary; and Shannon Huber, Newcastle Elementary. #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

Join the Teacher Research Knowledge Exchange Program (TRKE) 2nd Cohort, which starts in September for the 2024-25 academic year. Teachers participating in TRKE will collaborate with UW Science and Mathematics Teaching Center, Teton Science Schools, and Grand Teton National Park educators on resources to engage students in emerging Wyoming-based data. Applications will be reviewed starting on April 30, with rolling acceptance based on availability after that. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gYaz2k5R