March 2025 | The Latest Updates from WSUP | | As we welcome the fresh energy of spring, the Wyoming School-University Partnership is excited to share the latest updates, initiatives, and opportunities that are shaping the future of education in Wyoming. Read about WSUP's presentation at NASUP, get registered for TeacherCon25, and engage in all things education around Wyoming. | | Partnership and Member Specific | | Our next Governing Board meeting will be held on Tuesday April 29, 2025 6:15 - 8:15 pm MST. Location will be hybrid at UW Casper and on Zoom. Please review January's materials and if you weren't able to attend, a Zoom recording has been uploaded to the drive to get you all caught up. | |
Avoiding Senioritis
On March 8, 2025 Stacie Anfinson (Albany 1), Sally Bernhisel (Big Horn 1), Malinda Garcia (Albany 1), Nicholas Jesse (WSUP), and three students from ACSD1 presented at the National Association of School University Partnerships' annual conference. The presentation focused on the collaborative work between Malinda, Stacie, and Sally through Voices in the Field along with elevating student voice to inform educational programming. We will get our presentation video out in our April edition.
If you are interested in bringing Voices to your district, contact Malinda Garcia.
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Voices in the Field Northwest
The Partnership's director and project coordinator both presented at the Voices in the Field Northwest event on March 11, 2025 held at Northwest College. Sally Bernhisel, career coordinator in Big Horn 1 and Chawna Wiechman of Washakie 2 collaborated to make this year's Voices Northwest a huge success. Without the help of the High Altitude Pathways grant and team, this lift would not have been possible. The event saw an increase in student attendance with around 300 students from Big Horn 1, Big Horn 2,Big Horn 3, Big Horn 4, Park 16, and Washakie 2.
On March 27th, WSUP will be helping with Voices in the Field in Albany 1, held at Rock River High School.
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Breaking Down The Schoolhouse Doors
Join Dr. Stephen Newton, Superintendent of Laramie #1, and the College of Education, for an engaging session on leadership in education. Dr. Newton will share his insights from 30 years of experience.
The event will be hosted on Thursday April 17, 2025 from 12:00 - 2:00 pm in the Union Family Room. A light lunch will be provided.
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Chase Christensen Selected as WASSP 2025 Principal of the Year
Congratulations to Chase Christensen, Superintendent of Sheridan 3, on being selected as WASSP's Principal of the year! Thank you for your service and your leadership in education!
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Wyoming Classroom Connections Tour
The Wyoming School-University Partnership and the College of Education will be in classrooms on April, 10, 2025. We are meeting with Goshen 1, Laramie 2, and Platte 1 and 2 during this round of tours.The WCCT brings together future educators, faculty, and school leaders to explore the incredible schools and communities across Wyoming. These tours are open to WSUP member districts only.
Please email Nicholas if your district is interested in hosting a tour.
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Rural Teacher Corps Hosts Annual Teacher Panel and Launches Science Kits
The Wyoming Rural Teacher Corps hosted its third annual Rural Teacher Panel, where members and undergraduate education majors explored rural teaching through conversations with experienced educators. Special thanks to panelists Lisa Lowenfels (Kelly Elementary), Jenna Schultz (Greybull High School), and Bailey Iacovetto (SOROCO High School and WY RTC alum) for sharing their insights and experiences. In addition, Alison Mercier and Rochelle Green have developed Wyoming-focused, phenomenon-driven science kits for second-grade classrooms. After professional development sessions, UW students delivered these kits to 23 classrooms across the state. The team continues to support teachers and is now working on science and literacy integrated kits for Kindergarten and first grade, further enriching local elementary education.
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For more information about the Rural Teacher Corps, contact:
Dr. Alison Mercier.
| | Upcoming Conferences and PD Opportunities | |
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TeacherCon2025
The Wyoming Department of Education, in partnership with the UW College of Education, is hosting its inaugural statewide educator conference, Teacher Con 2025. The conference will take place on August 4-5 at the University of Wyoming's Gateway Center. Early Registration pricing ends on May 1. The two-day PD experience will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and an awards dinner.
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307 Principal Leadership Academy Trainings
The Wyoming Department of Education's 307 Principal Leadership Academy (307PLA) will be hosting two trainings in the coming months.
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K-3 Reading Module Series
The Wyoming Department of Education offers free K-3 Reading training modules which include lessons on Word Reading Skills and outlines how phonological and phonemic awareness skill support phonics instruction.
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WYAA Summer STEM Fellowship
The Wyoming Afterschool Alliance is recruiting their third cohort for the 2025 Summer STEM Fellowship. The Fellowship equips college students working in youth-serving summer programs with tools and training to deliver hands-on STEM activities, serve as mentors, and connect with youth. Cohort members can expect to grow skills in youth development, facilitation, and STEM programming.
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Douvas Memorial Scholarship
Applications are open for the Douvas Memorial Scholarship which honors the enduring legacy of Peter George Douvas. The scholarship is $500 and aims to alleviate financial barriers and emplower a Wyoming student who demonstrates significant need and strong motivation to pursue higher education.
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