November 18, 2024
SBCTE & SBE to Meet in Casper on November 20
The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person on November 20 in Casper, Wyoming.
November 14, 2024
WDE Seeks Public Comment on Chapter 22 School Schedules
The Wyoming State Board of Education is seeking public comment on the proposed Chapter 22 Rules School Schedules. Comments may be submitted online or via email until 11:59 p.m. on January 1, 2025.
October 14, 2024
SBE To Meet in Jackson on October 18
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in person at 9 a.m. on October 18 in Jackson. The SBE will convene to consider action on their goals and priorities for public education and board priorities for 2024-25. The board will also consider action on revisions to board policies and will open Chapter 22 School Schedules for rule promulgation.
September 16, 2024
SBE to Meet Virtually on September 19
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet virtually at 9 a.m. on September 19. The SBE will convene to receive and take action on recommendations for applications for teacher and leader evaluation systems. Board members will also consider approval of the revised Science WyTOPP blueprints.
August 7, 2024
SBE & WDE Proceed With Collaborative Assessment Reduction
The Wyoming State Board of Education met virtually on August 6 and took action to remove the grade 3 Writing assessment from next spring’s administration of the WY-TOPP state assessment. Action was also taken to reduce the number of items on grades 3-8 Math WY-TOPP to provide more focused instruction and in-depth assessment of critical math concepts. The elimination of grade 3 essay writing from the current state assessment originated from Superintendent Megan Degenfelder’s Assessment Reduction & Efficiency Plan.
August 2, 2024
SBCTE and SBE to Discuss Perkins V Plan and State Assessment
July 2, 2024
SBE Discusses Critical Components Of Wyoming K-12 Education
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) met for its annual retreat on June 20-21 in Newcastle. The focus of the work included graduation standards, state assessment and state accountability.
June 17, 2024
SBE to Convene In Newcastle For Annual Retreat
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person to hold its annual retreat and June meeting starting at 8 a.m. on June 20 and June 21.
May 13, 2024
SBE To Meet Virtually On May 16
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet virtually at 9 a.m. on May 16 to receive and take action on recommendations on applications for alternative calendars for the upcoming 2024-25 and 2025-26 school years. Schools submit applications for alternative calendars to operate on fewer than 175 student days. Schools applying for an alternative calendar must demonstrate how they plan to meet the minimum number of teacher/pupil contact hours.
April 15, 2024
SBCTE & SBE To Meet Virtually On April 18
The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and the State Board of Education (SBE) will meet virtually at 8:00 a.m. on April 18.
February 27, 2024
SBE Continues Partnership With Wyoming’s Future Of Learning Collaborative Around State Assessment And Accountability
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) took action at its February 15 meeting to continue their collaborative work with Wyoming’s Future of Learning Partnership. The partnership, comprised of Governor Mark Gordon; State Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder; the Wyoming State Board of Education; the University of Wyoming College of Education; the Wyoming Community College Commission; and the Wyoming Association of School Administrators, aims to create a more student centered education system that is based on individual learning needs and interests and to partner with Wyoming industries to better prepare students for careers.
February 23. 2024
SBCTE Spotlights Work in Career and Technical Education
February 9, 2024
SBE To Host Governor Gordon At February Meeting
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet at 8:30 a.m. on February 15 in Cheyenne. Governor Mark Gordon will be a special guest.
January 12, 2024
SBE To Meet And Receive Report On Accountability Study
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will convene its regularly scheduled meeting at 9 a.m. on January 18. The meeting will be virtual and is open to the public.
January 10, 2024
SBE To Hold Special Meeting On Proposed Chapter 10 Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will virtually hold a special meeting on January 11 at 5 p.m. to consider rule promulgation on proposed changes to Chapter 10 Rules on Standards.
January 2, 2024
State Board Of Education Moves Forward With Public Comment On Perkins V State Plan, Standards, And Certificates Of Completion
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) met virtually on December 21.
December 16, 2023
SBE To Seek Public Comment On Standards, Certificates Of Completion, and State Perkins V Plan
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet virtually on December 21, 2023.
November 10, 2023
SBCTE & SBE To Meet in Casper
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person on November 15, 2023 in Casper, Wyoming.
October 16, 2023
SBE To Approve Teacher and Leader Evaluation Systems
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will convene its regularly scheduled meeting at 8:30 a.m. on October 19, 2023. The meeting will be virtual and is open to the public.
June 8, 2023
SBE to Convene in Buffalo for Annual Retreat
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person to hold its annual retreat and June meeting starting at 9 a.m. on June 15 and 8 a.m. on June 16.
May 12, 2023
SBE Receives Alternative Schedule Applications for 2023-24 School Year
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a virtual meeting at 9 a.m. on May 18, 2023.
February 17, 2023
SBE to Meet in Cheyenne During the 2023 Legislative Session
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold its next meeting in Cheyenne, convening at 9 a.m. on February 24, 2023.
January 13, 2023
SBE Welcomes Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder
December 16, 2022
SBE Conducts Audit Workshop for Math & Science Standards
CHEYENNE – As a starting point for a rigorous examination of the current K-12 standards, the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) recently convened key stakeholders from across the state to conduct an audit in the content areas of math and science.
November 14, 2022
SBE to Discuss Next Steps in Addressing Wyoming State Standards
September 9, 2022
SBCTE to Hear Teachers Present on Professional Development Externships
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold its next virtual meeting at 8:30 a.m. on September 15, 2022.
August 1, 2022
SBE to Convene in Casper for Annual Retreat
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person to hold its annual retreat and August meeting from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on August 4 and from 8 a.m.-noon on August 5.
June 10, 2022
SBE to Consider Action on School District Accreditation
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider action on annual accreditation recommendations for school districts, as well as approval of alternative schedule applications at its next meeting on June 16, 2022.
May 18, 2022
SBE Seeks Second Round of Public Input on Profile of a Graduate, Releases Phase I Report
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) has launched a second round of public input sessions around the Profile of a Graduate initiative. The public can provide input on a draft profile created utilizing statewide input received during the first round of listening sessions. The Phase II virtual vetting sessions will take place on the following dates:
- From 4-5 p.m. on May 23; register here.
- From noon-1 p.m. on May 26; register here.
- From 8-9 a.m. on June 1; register here.
- From 6-7 p.m. on June 7; register here.
May 13, 2022
BE to Consider Action on the Wyoming Accountability Impact Study
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will host its next meet at 8:30 a.m. on May 20, 2022 in Sheridan, as well as virtually via the Zoom online platform.
April 28, 2022
SBE Discusses Standard Review Process, Approves Alternative School Schedules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) honored Brittney Montgomery, Wyoming’s 2022 Teacher of the Year, and Aaron Kruger, one of two 2021 Milken Award winners, at its regularly scheduled meeting in Cheyenne on April 21, 2022.
April 15, 2022
SBE to Consider Chapter 10 Rules and Alternative Schedules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold its regularly-scheduled meeting at 8:30 a.m. on April 21, 2022.
The board will be considering action on the proposed changes to Chapter 10 Wyoming Content and Performance Standards. Changes to the rules involve identification of Math and Science performance standards..
March 9, 2022
Take Your Elected Official to School Proclamation
March 2, 2022
SBE to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Evaluation of the Accountability System
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a special meeting, virtually, starting at 8 a.m. on March 4, 2022 to discuss the evaluation of the Wyoming school accountability system.
February 18, 2022
SBE to Take Action on Rules Governing School Accountability
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) is expected to take action on the proposed Chapter 47 Rules at its regularly-scheduled virtual meeting starting at 8:45 a.m. on February 25, 2022.
January 27, 2022
SBE to Evaluate the Process used to Develop and Revise State Standards
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will move forward with an evaluation of the current process used to develop and revise state standards. The board agreed to form a steering committee of SBE members to oversee the evaluation during its regularly-scheduled meeting on January 20, 2022.
January 13, 2022
SBE to Discuss Statewide System of Support, Evaluate the Standards Review Process
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will discuss the Statewide System of Support (SSoS) and options for convening a professional judgement panel at its regularly-scheduled meeting starting at 9 a.m. on January 20, 2022. The board will also hold a work session on evaluating the current process used for reviewing and revising state standards.
January 5, 2022
SBE Received Profile of a Graduate Phase I Recommendations
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) has received recommendations from the design team for Phase I of the Profile of a Graduate. The goal of the initiative is to define the knowledge, skills, and attributes students should have when they graduate from a Wyoming high school.
December 8, 2021
SBE Calls Special Meeting to Consider Promulgation of Chapter 10 Rules on Content and Performance Standards
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider opening Chapter 10 Rules on Content and Performance Standards for promulgation at a special meeting, starting at 2 p.m. on December 14, 2021. The special meeting will be held virtually and is open to the public.
November 30, 2021
SBE Adopts Rules on School Schedules, Moves Accountability Rules Forward
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to adopt the proposed Chapter 22 Rules governing School Schedules at its regularly scheduled meeting on November 19, 2021. The board’s approval came after a 45-day public comment period on the rules and will now go to Governor Mark Gordon for review. If signed by the governor, K-12 schools will operate under a new definition of pupil-teacher contact time.
November 12, 2021
SBE to Consider Adoption of Chapter 21 Rules on School Schedules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider approval of revised Chapter 21 Rules on School Schedules specifically dealing with minimum required instructional hours at its regularly-scheduled meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. on November 19, 2021.
October 15, 2021
SBE to Select Consultant for Phase II Profile of a Graduate
September 20, 2021
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider approval of consultant services for the Profile of a Graduate Phase II work at its regularly-scheduled virtual meeting starting at 9 a.m. on October 22, 2021.
SBE Approves Chapter 22 Rule Promulgation
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) met virtually on September 16, 2021. The board received a Perkins V quarterly report and heard from Wyoming Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators about their externship experiences.
September 9, 2021
SBE Welcomes Dr. Scott Thomas, Convenes as State Board of Career and Technical Education
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Career and Technical Education (SBCTE) and Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet virtually at 9 a.m. on September 16, 2021. The board will welcome Dr. Scott Thomas, who will be sworn in as an ex-officio member representing the University of Wyoming.
August 13, 2021
SBE Continues Profile of a Graduate Work at Yearly Retreat
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) held its annual retreat on August 5-6, 2021 in Rock Springs, where members approved the assessment blueprint for the state alternative Science assessment and agreed to move forward with the second phase of work on the Profile of a Graduate.
August 2, 2021
SBE to Convene in Rock Springs for Annual Retreat
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person to hold its annual retreat and meeting from 12:45-3:45 p.m. on August 5 and from 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m. on August 6.
June 17, 2021
SBE to Consider Annual Accreditation of School Districts and Emergency Rules Regarding School Day
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider approval of the annual accreditation of school districts and the adoption of emergency Chapter 22 rules at its regularly scheduled virtual meeting starting at 9 a.m. on June 24, 2021.
June 4, 2021
SBE Approves Math WY-TOPP Blueprints and Revisions to Chapter 6 Accreditation Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved the proposed Math WY-TOPP assessment blueprints and provided final approval of revisions to Chapter 6 Accreditation Rules at its meeting on May 26.
May 19, 2021
SBE to Consider Approval of Chapter 6 Accreditation Rules and WY-TOPP Math Blueprints
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will consider approval of Chapter 6 Accreditation rule changes and the proposed WY-TOPP math assessment blueprints at its regularly scheduled virtual meeting starting at 9:00 a.m. on May 26, 2021.
April 29, 2021
SBE Approves Alternative Schedules and Hears Presentations on Innovative Programs for High School Seniors
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved alternative schedules for two districts under Chapter 21 emergency rules for the 2020-21 school year at its April 22-23 meeting in Cheyenne. Additionally, 15 schools had alternative schedules approved for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 schools years under the regular Chapter 21 rules.
April 15, 2021
SBE to Hear from Students on Preparing for Life After High School, Consider Alternative Schedules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will be hearing presentations from high school staff and students about innovative programs in place to help students be prepared for life after high school at its regularly scheduled meeting on April 22-23, 2021; the presentations are part of the continuing work of the state board in developing a Wyoming Profile of a Graduate.
March 26, 2021
SBE to Consider Extending Chapter 21 Emergency Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a special meeting at noon on March 31, 2021 to consider extending the Chapter 21 emergency rules on Alternative Schedules. Chapter 21 emergency rules extend the timeframe districts have to submit an alternative schedule proposal for the 2020-21 school year. The board also will swear in newly-appointed board members during this session.
March 8, 2021
SBE Seeks Perspectives, Ideas On Preparations Students Need To Succeed After High School
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education will host public listening sessions on Profiles of a Graduate in March and April to identify the knowledge, skills, and attributes students should have when they graduate from high school. Participants will be asked to provide their perspectives and ideas regarding the key skills and experiences students need in order to be prepared for life after high school.
March 2, 2021
SBE Approves Public Input on Proposed Mathematics Performance Standards
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to approve the collection of public input on the proposed Mathematics Performance Standards and adopted the WIDA English Language Development Framework for English Language Learners (ELL) at its February 25, 2021 board meeting. The state will continue to use the ACCESS for testing the progress of ELL students toward proficiency on ELL standards.
February 18, 2021
SBE to Hear From Youth Panel on Preparing for Life After High School
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet at 9 a.m. on February 25, 2021 and will hear from a panel of current and recent high school students as the board continues its Profile of a Graduate project. The SBE will meet virtually via the Zoom online platform.
February 10, 2021
SBE Profile of a Graduate Design Team to Meet February 17
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) Profile of a Graduate Design Team will meet from 8 a.m.-noon on February 17 to continue its work on planning the processes for gathering public input for Phase 1 of the Profile of a Graduate project.
February 4, 2021
SBE Approves State Accountability Exception Requests
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved State Accountability Exception Requests based on Chapter 3 Emergency Rules for all 48 school districts at its January meeting. As a result, School Performance Ratings will not be calculated for the 2020-21 school year.
January 21, 2020
SBE Profile of a Graduate Design Team to Meet January 26
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) Profile of a Graduate Design Team is meeting to continue its work on planning the processes for gathering public input for the first phase of the Profile of a Graduate project.
January 15, 2021
SBE to Take Action on State Accountability Exceptions, Alternative Schedules and Computer Science
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet via the Zoom online platform at 9 a.m. on January 22, 2021. The board will discuss several items prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which include state accountability exceptions and alternative schedules for the 2020-21 school year.
December 2, 2020
SBE Hears Standards Update and Recommendations on Changes in Accreditation Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) heard updates on the standard review process and timeline, as well as recommended changes to Chapter 6 District and School Accreditation rules at its virtual meeting on November 19.
November 13, 2020
SBE to Receive Standards Updates
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet via the Zoom online platform at 9 a.m. on November 19, 2020.
The Wyoming Department of Education will provide a Standards update, including Science, Math, PE & Health, Fine & Performing Arts, and information on recommended revisions to the Chapter 6 rules regarding school accreditation status. The board will also discuss a proposed contingency reduction plan to the school foundation program funds in the SBE budget.
November 2, 2020
SBE Approves Options for Accountability and Schedule Flexibility
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved options for flexibility regarding state accountability requirements and alternative schedules for the 2020-21 school year in response to COVID-19 at its meeting on October 26. While meeting virtually, the SBE also approved teacher and leader evaluation systems submitted by several districts. In further action, the board emphasized the importance placed on hearing from stakeholders by approving a state board public input email to be posted on the Wyoming State Board of Education website.
October 19, 2020
SBE to Take Action on Accountability Exception and Alternative Schedules Emergency Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet via the Zoom online platform to begin at 9 a.m. on October 25, 2020.
October 5, 2020
SBE Launches Statewide Discussions on Redefining Student Success: Profile of a Graduate
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) is excited to move forward with its Profile of a Wyoming Graduate project to define the knowledge, skills, and attributes students should have when they graduate high school.
September 30, 2020
SBE Discusses Options for Accountability and Alternative Schedules, Begins Profile of a Graduate Work
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education discussed options for flexibility regarding state accountability requirements and alternative schedules for the 2020-21 school year in response to COVID-19 at its meeting on September 24. While meeting virtually, the SBE also decided to move Computer Science Performance Standards forward, and form an advisory committee to assist the SBE with its development of a Profile of a Graduate.
September 17, 2020
SBE To Take Action On Rules, Standards
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet via the ZOOM online platform from
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on September 24, 2020.
The SBE will consider formally adopting changes to the Chapter 10 Rules on Standards regarding the proposed 2020 Computer Science Performance Standards, and the proposed 2020 Math Extended Standards.
July 23, 2020
SBE Approves 10% Budget Reduction, OK’s Leader, Teacher Evaluation Systems
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) held its annual retreat on July 16-17, 2020 in Casper and, during the retreat, the board took action to approve a 10% General Fund Budget Reduction in addition to the 10% reduction approved on June 19, 2020. The board approved three district submissions of Leader Evaluation Systems and 19 district submissions of Teacher Evaluation Systems.
July 10, 2020
SBE to Convene in Casper for Yearly Retreat
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in-person to hold its annual retreat and meeting from noon-5:30 p.m. on July 16, and again from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on July 17.
June 24, 2020
UPDATED: State Board Grants Accreditation Status to all Wyoming School Districts
June 16, 2020
SBE to take action on District Accreditation Recommendations
May 29, 2020
State Board of Education Approves Alternative Calendars, Accountability Requirement Exceptions
May 19, 2020
SBE To Take Action on Exception Requests to the State’s Accountability System
April 28, 2020
SBE Approves Chapter 3 Emergency Rules to Waive Accountability Requirements to Administer WY-TOPP
April 16, 2020
SBE to Consider Emergency Rules for Accountability
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will host a virtual meeting starting at 8 a.m. on April 23, 2020 via the online Zoom platform. The board will consider adopting Chapter 3 Emergency Rule of Practice and Procedure to grant exceptions to accountability requirements to schools that were unable to administer the statewide assessment (WY-TOPP) for good cause due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The draft rules would offer a streamlined way for districts to request this exception for all of the schools in each district.
March 30, 2020
State Board of Education approves Wyoming’s Perkins V Plan for Career and Technical Education
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved Wyoming’s Perkins V Plan for Career and Technical Education (CTE) at its virtual meeting on March 26.
March 20, 2020
SBE To Take Action on Wyoming Perkins Plan, Alternative Schedules and Board Coordinator Position
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will host a virtual meeting starting at 8 a.m. on March 26 via the online Zoom platform. The board will first convene as the Wyoming State Board of Vocational Education to receive an update on Wyoming’s Perkins V Plan for career and technical education, take public comment, and consider action to approve the plan.
March 17, 2020
State Board of Education Working Hand-In-Hand With WDE on COVID-19 Response
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) fully recognizes the unprecedented times that we now find ourselves with schools closed across the state. At this time, there are more questions than answers, but we want students, families, and educators across Wyoming to know that the SBE will work tirelessly to support State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow and the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 to our education system.
March 3, 2020
Wyoming State Board of Education Elects Ryan Fuhrman as Chairman
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to elect Sheridan Junior High School assistant principal Ryan Fuhrman as chairman, Max Mickelson as vice chair, and Bill Lambert as treasurer Friday.
February 21, 2020
State Board to Host Governor Mark Gordon, Elect Officers
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will host a regular meeting February 27-28 at the Wyoming State Capitol, 200 W 24th St. in Cheyenne to elect new officers, as well as to recognize Wyoming educators, including the 2020 Milken Award Winner, the 2020 Wyoming Teacher of the Year and the 2017-18 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) awardees and 2019 PAEMST finalists.
January 28, 2020
State Board of Education Approves Chapter 29 Rules for Leader and Teacher Evaluations
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to approve Chapter 29 rules for leader and teacher evaluations during its meeting Friday. Leader and teacher evaluation submission forms will be distributed to school districts in March for completion by the end of April. The SBE will vote to approve district plans in June.
January 22, 2020
SBE Considers Approval of Draft Perkins V Plan for Career and Technical Education
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will host a virtual meeting starting at 9 a.m. on January 24, 2020 via the Zoom platform. The board will first convene as the Wyoming State Board of Vocational Education to receive an update on Wyoming’s Perkins V Plan, discuss related feedback, and consider action to approve the draft plan.
January 15, 2020
Wyoming State Board of Education to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Standards Development
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education will hold a special meeting starting at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 17. This virtual meeting meeting of the state board is a work session to discuss the process for developing standards revision in line with recent guidance from the state attorney general.
November 25, 2019
State Board of Education Adopts Computer Science Standards with Revisions
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to adopt Computer Science Standards into Chapter 10 rules during its meeting on Friday. Two key revisions were made to the standards before adoption. One revision added language to the definition of enhanced benchmarks to clarify that they are to be made available and optional to all students. An additional revision removed Performance Level Descriptors from the standards document, and made those available as a separate guidance document, similar to several other content areas.
November 15, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Consider Computer Science Standards and Evaluation Systems Emergency Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet starting at 8:30 a.m.on November 22, 2019, at the Natrona County School District #1 Central Services Board Room, 970 N. Glenn Rd. in Casper.
October 28, 2019
State Board Approves Carbon CSD #1 Teacher Evaluation System
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved the new teacher evaluation system proposed by Carbon #1 during its virtual meeting on Thursday.
October 23, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education Changes October Meeting from In-Person to Virtual
CHEYENNE – Due to a shortened meeting agenda, the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will conduct a one-day meeting starting at 12:30 p.m on Thursday, October 24, through the Zoom virtual meeting platform. The second day of the meeting is canceled. The public may join online at https://zoom.us/j/7536197793, or dial in at (646) 558-8656 using access code 753-619-7793.
October 17, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education Considers Leader and Teacher Evaluation Systems Emergency Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet on October 24-25 at the Park County Library, Grizzly Hall, 1500 Heart Mountain St. in Cody. The first day will run from 12:30-5 p.m. Day two will begin at 10 a.m.
September 24, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education Vote to Promulgate Revised Teacher and Leader Evaluation Rules
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to withdraw the currently proposed Chapter 29 Rules for teacher and leader evaluations and promulgate revised rules at its meeting in Laramie on September 20. The Board voted to revise the leadership evaluation section of the rules to add language that clarifies schools districts’ locally designed leader evaluation system must align to a majority of the benchmarks within professional Standard One of the state-defined system. The standard encompasses clear and consistent focus on maximizing the learning and growth of all students.
September 13, 2019
State Board to to Consider Action on Content and Performance Standards
CHEYENNE – The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will meet in Laramie on September 19-20 at the Albany County School District #1 Training Room in the Special Services Building, 509 S. 9th St. Both days are scheduled to run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
July 22, 2019
State Board of Education Approves Sublette #1 Teacher Evaluation System
“The suggestive work from the Educational Basket of Goods Task Force was especially helpful. The Basket includes the components of a Wyoming education that must be available to all students. This work provided excellent suggestions towards input around processes in relation to adding, removing or adjusting areas within the Basket. The Board is very interested in supporting many of the recommendations.” said Walt Wilcox, Chairman of the State Board.
July 11, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Consider Action on Content and Performance Standards
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a full-day meeting in Casper beginning at 10 a.m. on July 18, 2019 in the Natrona County School District #1 Boardroom, 970 North Glenn Road. The SBE will reconvene later in the afternoon at Board member Dan McGlade’s house, located at 6790 Casper Mountain Road, for the retreat portion of its meeting.
June 12, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Consider Action on Accreditation of School Districts
The SBE will begin their meeting with BoardDoc’s training and will then receive an update from the Wyoming Department of Education on the Charter School end-of-year reports, and Leader and Teacher Evaluation Systems. The SBE will consider action on Emergency and Regular Rules for Chapter 3 Rules of Practice and Procedure, which define the process districts can use to contest their annual school performance ratings as well as the procedure for contesting current rules. The SBE will also consider action on Accreditation of school districts for the 2019-20 school year.
May 28, 2019
State Board of Education Proposes Chapter 29 Rules on Teacher Evaluation
Walt Wilcox, Chairman of the State Board commented after the approval, “The state board consistently advocated for the legislation that returned control of teacher evaluation to the local level. Teacher evaluation has been a process that involves local school boards, the Wyoming Department of Education, and ultimately the Wyoming State Board of Education. These rules will provide local educators the opportunity to adopt evaluation and accountability methods that are of most value to helping all teachers refine and continually improve the craft of teaching.”
May 16, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Consider Chapter 29 Rules on Teacher Evaluation
The SBE will consider action on proposed Chapter 29 regulations that modify the process for the approval of Teacher Evaluation Systems, in accordance with changes made to the requirements regarding evaluation systems during the 2019 legislative session.
April 29, 2019
State Board of Education Approves Revised Computer Science Standards
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE), at the request of the SBE, reconvened its Computer Science Standards Review Committee to revise standards at the elementary grades. While the Computer Science Committee maintained all of the content standards, the committee designated priority standards, enhanced standards, and supporting standards. This reduces the number of “required” standards from nine at the K-2 level to four. The SBE acknowledged the work of the WDE and its committee and voted unanimously to promulgate Chapter 10 rules. The public comment will open after the governor grants permission to proceed.
April 15, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Reconsider Draft Computer Science Standards
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a full-day meeting in Riverton beginning at 8 a.m. on April 25, 2019 at the Fremont County School District #25 board room located at 121 North 25th Street. The SBE will first convene as the State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) to hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) and vote on the State Perkins V Transition Plan.
March 25, 2019
State Board Partners with Department of Education to Improve Computer Science Standards
Walt Wilcox, Chairman of the State Board noted, “As many in the audience have suggested, it’s better to get these right than rush to approve them. We’ll work to meet our timeline imposed by the legislative mandate and approve standards that are best for the children of Wyoming. It is important this is done by delivering focused and simplified high-quality standards that are realistic for educators to deliver and attainable for learners.”
March 13, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Receive Draft Computer Science Standards Survey Results
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a full-day meeting in Casper beginning at 9 a.m. on March 21, 2019 at the Natrona County School District Activity Center, 2371 Hickory Street. The SBE will first convene as the State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) to hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) on the State Perkins V Transition Plan.
February 25, 2019
State Board Grants Accreditation for Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) granted the Wyoming Cowboy ChalleNGe Academy (WCCA) full accreditation at its regular meeting in Cheyenne Friday. The WCCA, located in Guernsey, provides a safe, disciplined, and professional learning environment that empowers non-traditional learners (ages 16-18) to improve their educational level and employment potential and become responsible productive citizens.
February 14, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education will hold Officer Elections in Cheyenne
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting in Cheyenne beginning at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 21, 2019. The SBE will first convene as the State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) to hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) on the State Perkins Plan, as well as approve state reports.
January 10, 2019
Wyoming State Board of Education to Receive Draft Computer Science Standards
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a half-day meeting via teleconference beginning at 1 p.m. on January 17, 2019. The SBE will hear reports from board coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse on the legislative session and administrative procedures.
November 20, 2018
State Board Reviews Draft Legislation, Preschool Resolution, and Receives Reports from WDE
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) held a virtual meeting on November 16 to discuss reports that were sent to the Joint Education Interim Committee regarding the state accountability system. The SBE reviewed two bills that address refinements on school accountability and teacher accountability.
November 8, 2018
Wyoming State Board of Education to Hear Update on ESSA State Plan and New Accountability Results
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a one-day meeting, starting at 1 p.m. on November 16, 2018 via teleconference. The SBE will hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education on proposed changes to Wyoming’s State ESSA Plan and the 2017-18 Accountability Results.
October 16, 2018
State Board Approves School Accountability Cut Scores
The cut scores determine if schools will receive a rating of Exceeding, Meeting, Partially Meeting or Not Meeting Expectations under the Wyoming Accountability in Education Act. The SBE accepted the recommendations of a Professional Judgment Panel (PJP) comprised of educators, school administrators, and parents from across the state. The PJP reviewed performance data from school districts in early October to consider where the bar should be set for the performance of Wyoming schools in light of changes made to the measures used to determine the ratings.
October 4, 2018
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a one-day meeting next week to approve indicator and school-level cut scores for the state accountability system as well as rules on school leader evaluation. The meeting will start at 8 a.m. on October 12, 2018 at the Pathways Innovation Center, 3000 Independence Court, in Casper. The SBE will first meet as the State Board of Vocational Education to hear an update on the Perkins V plan from the Wyoming Department of Education.
September 14, 2018
State Board of Education to Discuss Equity and Stakeholder Engagement During Board Retreat
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting on September 20-21, 2018 at the Lincoln County School District #2 Building in Afton. The meeting begins at 8 a.m. on Thursday, September 20 with a presentation from Sublette County School District #1 Superintendent Jay Harnack on Sublette #1’s teacher accountability system.
July 13, 2018
“Stakeholder feedback was truly key to shaping all of the rules that were approved by the board today,” said Chairman Walt Wilcox. “As a board, we are very appreciative of the work of the Wyoming Department of Education in coordinating all of the entities involved, so we could focus on how these changes will impact students. We are especially pleased about the positive movement forward on the graduation requirement rules, and are eager to have these rules approved so Wyoming schools can have the guidance they need to help students reach this important milestone.”
July 5, 2018
Wyoming State Board of Education to Meet for Final Look at Math and Social Studies Standards
The SBE plans to take action on Charter Schools, updating SBE governance policies, Accrediting School Districts, and approving Chapters 6 rules on accreditation, Chapter 10 rules on content and performance standards, Chapter 29 rules on leader evaluation, and Chapter 31 rules on graduation requirements.
June 22, 2018
State Board of Education Moves to Promulgate Emergency Chapter 29 Rules on Leader Evaluation
“The additional work from the Wyoming Department of Education and the advisory panel really helped the right adjustments to be made for the SBE to move these rules forward with confidence,” said Board Chairman Walt Wilcox. “The collaborative effort led to greater support and understanding of what will need to be implemented by school districts, so they can make the best choice for evaluating their leaders.”
June 15, 2018
Nominations Sought for Wyoming’s K-12 Professional Judgment Panels
The Wyoming State Board of Education is seeking Professional Judgment Panel (PJP) members. Qualified candidates are Wyoming citizens with an interest in Wyoming’s K-12 education system and include educators, parents, business representatives, and community members. The volunteer panel was formed in 2012 to set the cut scores for the Wyoming Accountability in Education Act (WAEA) model.
June 14, 2018
State Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting June 21 to Reconsider Leader Evaluation Rules
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a virtual meeting starting at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018 to take action on Chapter 29 rules on leader evaluation, after failing to get enough votes to promulgate the rules during its regular May meeting.
May 21, 2018
State Board to Reconsider Leader Evaluation System Rules in June
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted during their meeting on Friday not to promulgate the Chapter 29 rules on evaluation systems for district and school leaders. Instead, the SBE will vote on adopting emergency rules during its next meeting in June.
The need to update the rules was prompted by a change in state law during the 2017 legislative session, which requires each school district to adopt a leadership evaluation system for superintendents, principals, and others serving in a similar capacity starting with the 2018-19 school year.
May 8, 2018
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a half-day meeting electronically on May 18, 2018 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The SBE will first hear a short presentation from Rebecca Watts, Executive Director of the University of Wyoming Trustees Education Initiative.
April 23, 2018
The State Board of Education took action during its meeting on Friday in Gillette to promulgate proposed rule changes regarding school and district accreditation, Math, Science Extended and Social Studies standards, and high school graduation requirements.
April 10, 2018
The board will hear reports from coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse on SBE policies of governance and an update on Chapter 31 rules on Graduation Requirements. The Wyoming Department of Education will give an update on State Systems of Support and public input on proposed Standards for Math, Social Studies, and Science Extended. The SBE will discuss the coordinator’s roles and tasks, and committee structure and representation.
March 26, 2018
New Member Sworn in During State Board of Education Meeting
Forrest Smith, founder and owner of GF Harvest, LLC in Powell, was sworn in as the newest member of the Wyoming State Board of Education at the beginning of its meeting Thursday in Rawlins.
“We are excited to have Forrest join the SBE as both the son of a teacher and someone who successfully created a business from an FFA Entrepreneur project,” said SBE Chairman Walt Wilcox. “His experiences bring a unique and important perspective to the board.”
March 16, 2018
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a one-day meeting at the Carbon County Higher Education Center in Rawlins on March 22, 2018 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The SBE will hear reports from board coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse on SBE policies of governance, the legislative session, process for selecting a Professional Judgement Panel (PJP) facilitator, and an update on Chapter 31 rules on Graduation Requirements.
February 20, 2018
State Board Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Math, Science Extended, and Social Studies Standards
Based on the recommendations of review committees comprised of educators, content area experts, and Wyoming citizens, the State Board of Education (SBE) directed the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) on Friday to collect input on proposed changes to Mathematics, Science Extended, and Social Studies Content and Performance Standards. The changes were recommended to the board by review committees comprised of educators, content area experts, and citizens.
February 9, 2018
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting in Cheyenne on February 15-16, 2018. The SBE will first convene as the State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) to hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) on the State Perkins Plan as well as Career Technical Student Organizations. After adjourning the SBVE, the SBE will convene and acknowledge the high school teachers winning the Presidential Awards for Mathematics and Science Teaching.
January 11, 2018
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a one-day meeting in Casper on January 18, 2018 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The SBE will first convene as the State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) to hear an update from the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) on the State Perkins Plan.
December 12, 2017
Upton High School’s School Performance Rating to Remain Partially Meeting Expectations
Following legal advice from the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office during its special meeting on Monday, the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) did not take action to change the School Performance Rating for Upton High School from “partially meeting expectations” to “meeting expectations” for the 2016-17 school year.
December 7, 2017
State Board of Education will hold Special Meeting on Monday, December 11, 2017
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold an urgent teleconference meeting on December 11, 2017 at 8:30 a.m.
November 22, 2017
State Board of Education Approves Change to Upton High School’s School Performance Rating
During last Friday’s Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) meeting, the SBE approved the request from Weston County School District #7 to grant Upton High School an exemption from the Participation Rate in the state accountability model for their 2016-17 School Performance Rating. Upton High School initially earned a School Performance rating of “meets expectations” based on their Academic Performance and Overall Readiness.
November 9, 2017
State Board of Education to Hear Performance Rating Appeal from Weston County School District #7
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a teleconference meeting on November 17, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. The SBE will begin by holding a hearing to take action on an appeal by Weston County School District #7 regarding Upton High School’s performance rating.
October 13, 2017
State Board of Education Meeting via Teleconference October 18
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. via teleconference. The board will hear an update on the performance rating appeal from Weston County School District #7 and reports from the September Joint Education Interim Committee (JEIC) meeting.
September 29, 2017
During last week’s board meeting, the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted to designate Meadowlark Academy in Cheyenne as an approved facility for court ordered placement of students and subsequent educational payments. The SBE also took action to approve a report about the work done by a Professional Judgement Panel (PJP) in July to set targets for the state’s accountability model, which will be sent to the Joint Education Interim Committee this month.
September 14, 2017
State Board of Vocational Education (SBVE) will begin Thursday’s session by discussing Office of Career Technical Education and the 2016-2017 Adult Education Perkins Monitoring Visit. After the SBVE adjourns, the SBE will call to order and hear reports from state board coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse, and WDE staff on school performance ratings, state systems of support, Wyoming Accountability in Education Act (WAEA) informal review, social studies standards review committee, leader evaluation/Chapter 29, and virtual education/Chapter 41.
August 4, 2017
Wyoming State Board of Education to Convene for Work Session
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a two-hour work session via teleconference on Thursday, August 11, 2017.
July 13, 2017
State Board of Education to Convene via Teleconference
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a one-day meeting via teleconference on Thursday, July 20, 2017.
June 26, 2017
State Board Approved Accreditation for Wyoming School Districts
The SBE voted on Thursday to approve accreditation for all 48 Wyoming school districts and 13 institutional schools. The accreditation process involves a staffing review, school improvement plan and assurances, external reviews, and system reviews.
June 13, 2017
State Board of Education to Hold One-Day Meeting in Sheridan
The SBE will hear reports from SBE coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse, Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) liaison Lisa Weigel, and WDE staff about accreditation, an update on Every Student Succeeds Act, the Professional Judgement Panel and Advisory Committee, JEIC reports, alternative schedule and school performance ratings, and an update on Chapters 6, 10, and 31.
May 12, 2017
State Board of Education to Meet in Riverton
State Board of Vocational Education will kick Thursday off and discuss elevating Career and Technical Education. After the State Board of Vocational Education adjourns the SBE will call to order and hear reports from SBE coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse, Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) liaison Lisa Weigel, and WDE staff about digital learning, an update on Every Student Succeeds Act, math standards, and the Professional Judgement Panel and Advisory Committee work plan.
April 26, 2017
State Board to Align State Accountability System with Federal System
The SBE met last week in Casper to review elements of the federal accountability system required as part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). State Superintendent Jillian Balow and state board chairman Walt Wilcox agreed that the state and federal systems should work towards “convergence” so that school districts have clear direction when meeting accountability requirements.
April 13, 2017
State Board of Education to Welcome New Board Members at Meeting in Casper
The board will develop its 2017-18 meeting calendar and look at committee options with new members. The SBE will also hear reports from SBE coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse, Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) liaison Lisa Weigel, and WDE staff about SBE staffing, school leader accountability, options for an off-cycle review of standards, Indian Education for All, Chapter 6 Rules on school accreditation, and the Statewide System of Support.
March 31, 2017
Wyoming State Board of Education Approves Graduation Rules
During their regular monthly meeting last week, the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) approved proposed Chapter 31 Graduation Rules after a 45-day public input process. Following review by the Legislative Services Office, the proposed rules will be delivered to the Governor’s Office for consideration and approval.
March 13, 2017
State Board of Education to Convene in Wheatland March 23-24
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting on March 23-24, 2017. The session will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 23 at the Platte County School District #1 Boardroom, located at 1350 Oak Street in Wheatland.
February 16
Walt Wilcox elected as new board chair. The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) voted this Monday to replace one of the state’s current assessment providers. Starting in spring 2018, the current Proficiency Assessment for Wyoming (PAWS) will no longer be administered as Wyoming’s statewide summative assessment.
February 2
State Board of Education of Convene February 13-14
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting on February 13-14, 2017. The session will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, February 13 in the Basement Conference room of the Hathaway Building located at 2300 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne
January 3
State Board of Education to Convene January 12-13
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting on January 12-13, 2017. The session will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 12 at the Laramie County School District #1 Transportation Training Center located at 316 South Lexington Avenue in Cheyenne.
November 29
Wyoming State Board of Education Proposes University of Wyoming Ex-Officio Position
The Wyoming Joint Education Interim Committee has voted to sponsor a bill adding an ex-officio, non-voting member from the University of Wyoming (UW) to the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE).
November 10
State Board of Education to Convene Via Conference Call for Its November Meeting
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold its monthly meeting by teleconference on November 18, 2016 from 1:00-3:30 p.m. via GoToMeeting. Key topics to include ESSA planning, statewide assessment proposals and board policies.
October 17
Wyoming State Board of Education Hears Homeless Student and School Accountability Reports
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) convened in Lander last week for its regular meeting and to tour the Wind River Job Corps, a free education and career technical training program that helps young people improve the quality of their lives
October 5
State Board of Education to Convene in Lander
The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a regular meeting on October 13-14, 2016. The meeting will start at 12:00 p.m. on October 13 at the Fremont County School District #1 boardroom located at 863 Sweetwater Street in Lander.
September 23
Wyoming State Board of Education Recommends New Science Standards for Governor’s Approval
The Wyoming State Board of Education voted unanimously today to approve the 2016 Wyoming Science Content and Performance Standards, the first new science standards in 13 years. The standards will now be sent to Governor Mead for signature. If signed, school districts will develop local curricula to implement the standards by the 2020-21 school year.
September 16
State Board of Education Presents to Joint Education Committee Sept. 20
Pete Gosar, chairman of the Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE), will present on the topic of Board Governance on September 20 at the Joint Education Committee (JEC) in Casper.
September 12
State Board of Education to Convene in Wolf
The board will discuss alignment of rules and regulations, and the implications of rules surrounding accreditation, standards and the District Assessment System. September 23 the WDE will present public input about science standards from the public comment period. The board will then take action on science standards, recommendations from the specialty assessment task forces…
August 22
The Wyoming State Board of Education met in Casper Thursday, August 18 to begin developing its legislative priorities for 2017 and to approve several policies. As part of this work, the board voted in favor of allowing all ex-officio members an equal vote.
August 5
State Board of Education to Convene in Casper
Reports will be given from the SBE coordinator and Wyoming Department of Education liaison about mandatory legislative reports, strategic planning, updating the SBE policy and governance manual. Action items include the Chapter 3 Rules of Practice and Procedure, SBE polices, and finalizing the September legislative report.
June 16
State Board of Education to Convene a Special Meeting on Graduation Rules Revisions
The Chapter 31 rules need to be updated to reflect the legislative change from the Body of Evidence graduation rules to the new District Assessment System requirements.
June 15
Wyoming State Board of Education Testifies at Select Committee on Tribal Relations
Last week, Wyoming State Board of Education coordinator Paige Fenton Hughes testified at the Select Committee on Tribal Relations meeting at the Central Wyoming College Intertribal Education and Community Center in Riverton to discuss the widening opportunity gap for American Indian students.
June 14
State Board of Education to Convene in Douglas June 23-24
The board will also take action on accreditation for all Wyoming school districts and institutions, an alternative schedule for Lincoln County School District #2 and on SBE policies.
June 13
Wyoming State Board Chairman Testifies at JEC to Align Public Education Efforts
Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) chairman Pete Gosar testified about board governance, responsibilities, statutes, policies and rules during the Joint Education Committee (JEC) meeting in Casper today.
May 24
On Friday, May 20 the Wyoming State Board of Education voted to move forward into the public comment period to promulgate rules for Wyoming’s new science standards. The board also voted to approve its meeting schedule for the next 13 months.
May 20
Wyoming State Board of Education Hires Curriculum Director of the Year, Dr. Tom Sachse
The Wyoming State Board of Education’s chairman Pete Gosar announced today that Dr. Thomas Sachse has been hired as the new board coordinator.
May 17
State Board of Education to Convene in Laramie
Reports will be given on the Every Student Succeeds Act, the Chapter 31 rules revision, and the 2017-18 biennium budget. Action items include the 2016-17 meeting schedule and consideration of adoption of the adoption of the revised K-1 ELA extended standards as well as the 2016 science standards.
May 2
State Board Plans to Finalize New Graduation Requirements in Coming Months
At their latest meeting, the State Board discussed graduation requirements, got updates on the Wyoming Statewide System of Support, and discussed options being considered for the RFP for Wyoming’s new statewide assessment.
April 12
Wyoming State Board of Education to Convene in Worland
The Board will hear reports on Native American education, the Every Student Succeeds Act, and the statewide assessment. They will also receive a presentation on the Statewide System of Support and professional learning communities.
April 4
State Board of Education Coordinator Position Opens
The State Board coordinator serves as the board’s primary full-time staff member responsible for ensuring the board fulfills its statutory responsibilities, including consideration and approval of educational policy related to assessments, accountability, accreditation, and Wyoming State Content & Performance Standards.
March 28
State Board of Education to Convene Special Meeting for Chapter 31 Rules Revision
The Wyoming State Board of Education will hold a special meeting to review revisions of the Wyoming Department of Education’s Chapter 31 Rules on Graduation Requirements.
March 21
State Board of Education Votes to Progress Science Standards Draft into Public Input Period
Last week the Wyoming State Board of Education voted to progress the science review committee’s draft recommendations for Wyoming Science Content and Performance Standards.
March 8
State Board to Convene in Hulett
The Wyoming Content and Performance Standards for Science, and the K-1 English and Language Arts extended standards will be discussed. The Board will also take action on Chapter 31 rules revision.
February 16
State Board of Education to Convene Special Meeting for Charter School Appeal
The Wyoming State Board of Education will hold a special meeting for the purpose of conducting a public hearing to consider the Guild Charter School appeal.
February 10
State Board of Education to Convene in Cheyenne
The Board will hear reports on the 2016 legislative session, Native American education, and science standards. Education Northwest will also present to the Board in regards to the Wyoming Statewide System of Support. In addition, the board will elect officers for the 2016 year and attend legislative committee meetings.
January 20
State Board of Education to Convene
The SBE will hear reports on the Statewide System of Support, the WDE strategic plan, and a preview of the 2016 legislative session. Secretary of State Ed Murray will give a presentation on Youth and Voter Turnout.