Wyoming Department of Education

Opportunity Though Education

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

#TeacherCon26 was da https://t.co/WgT1BLcQzW! 💥 A huge shoutout to our presenters for being all that and a bag of chips, and to our attendees for making sure no one wanted to be saved by the bell. Check out these photos to see the proof! 📸

#WyDeptEd #Wyoming

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Want to fly a student-built experiment on a high-altitude balloon? 🚀🎈The NASA TechRise Student Challenge is expected to open in September 2026! Start dreaming up your big ideas and prepping your teams. ✨

Pre-register TODAY: https://t.co/OAIqTxFgkW

#WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat #NASA

[President Shane Reeves @uwyopresident]

Casper was awesome! Attending TeacherCon was the highlight of my week. Our Wyoming teachers go above and beyond every day. I also enjoyed touring the Wyo Sports Ranch and visiting UW Casper. There are more statewide visits ahead!

@WYOEducation
@UWyoCoED

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

#WildAndWideOpenWellness is about how we relate to others. Help children develop empathy and cooperation through group activities and community service. Build a network of trusted adults to ensure every child has the emotional support they need. 🫂
#WyDeptEd #Wyoming #GetWildWyo

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

🐎🤠🎉 Superintendent Megan Degenfelder was honored to have a few local students join her for this year's Cheyenne Frontier Days parade. CFD is a wonderful reminder of the strong traditions and incredible communities that support our schools across the state.

#WyDeptEd #Wyoming

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Check out this video and article from Your Wyoming Link highlighting #TeacherCon26! Watch it to learn more about the #WyDeptEd-hosted conference and the impact it makes on educators around #Wyoming! 👀🎥 https://t.co/YCnvvvUqBL

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

The #WyDeptEd Back to School Toolkit provides resources to help your family start school off right! The kit includes tips on scheduling health exams, discussing school safety, and creating routines. https://t.co/ov7t9fBM15

#WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation #BackToSchool

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

MEDIA RELEASE: Supt. Degenfelder is convening a state working group on special education with several # Wyoming educational groups to develop guidance on federal and state requirements for educators serving students with disabilities. Read more: https://t.co/6MII0d2k3g

#WyDeptEd

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

TeacherCon26 is a FULL HOUSE! And we aren't just saying that because of the 90's theme. Educators from across #Wyoming are learning and sharing strategies to improve education statewide. Thanks to Superintendent Degenfelder and the #WyDeptEd team for this wonderful event!

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Native youth! 🦅 Step into your power at the #WyDeptEd Native American Education Conference, Aug 12–13 in Riverton. Connect with peers, build leadership skills, and celebrate Indigenous knowledge. It's totally FREE! Secure your spot: https://t.co/VhkQzcYIMd

#Wyoming #WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

The #WyDeptEd shouts out staff at #Wyoming21CCLC centers for inspiring kids. Students in Cheyenne summer programs are making big discoveries this summer. Check out these photos from ASK (After School for Kids) at Triumph H.S. and the Boys & Girls Club of Cheyenne.

#Wyoming

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

The #WyDeptEd sends our congratulations to members of Upton High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter who were named the National Champion Chapter, earning 1st Place in the Champion Chapter Program out of 5,500 chapters nationwide.

#Wyoming #WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

🧅 JULY IS FOR GREEN ONIONS! Wild onions grow right here in #Wyoming! Allium brandegeei pops up with the snowmelt and thrives in our cold temps as a cool-season veggie. #FarmToSchool connects students to local food: https://t.co/7HxHdcH51w

#HarvestOfTheMonth #WyDeptEd

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Superintendent's Updates: #Wyoming educators and school leaders should read the items posted to the Superintendent's Updates webpage to stay informed on #WyoDeptEd communications and opportunities. View: https://t.co/j5YYqj6xpG

#WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Join the #WyDeptEd in congratulating Cheyenne East High School for earning the Highest Team Honor, the 2026 Bruno R. Jacob’s Trophy, at the National Speech & Debate Tournament. Several competitors on the team also earned top honors individually.

#Wyoming #WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

The #WyDeptEd Shooting Star for July 2026 is Mary Bravo, a Title II-A & IV-A Program Manager. Mary navigates federal requirements and state laws to field questions from school districts across the state and provides solutions with care and dedication.

#Wyoming #WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

Congrats to Kristian Skillman and Morryah McCurdy (on the right), who attended the 2026 ACT Summit to accept recognition for Sweetwater County, #Wyoming's newest ACT Work Ready Community! This data-driven effort aligns education with workforce development efforts.

#WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

🥳📣 #WyDeptEd congratulates Tessa Kenyon from Riverton, who has been elected as FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) National Vice President of Programs for the 2026-27 year, one of ten National Officers!

#WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

#WildAndWideOpenWellness 🌲🦠 Wyoming’s wide-open spaces are perfect for "unstructured" outdoor play. Encourage kids to explore nature and learn about sustainability. A clutter-free, safe environment reduces stress and helps our students thrive.

#WyDeptEd #Wyoming #GetWildWyo

[Wyoming Department of Education @WYOEducation]

The #WyDeptEd was recognized by ACT as the 2026 State College & Career Champion. This award reflects #Wyoming’s commitment to expanding access to ACT WorkKeys, supporting innovative partnerships, and helping students build the skills they need for success in college and careers.