October 25, 2016
- VOTE! National Mock Election Day
- Project Astro - 2017 Eclipse Workshop
- WIDA PD Opportunities
- Wyoming Citizen Science
- Hour of Code
- World Languages Day
- Poetry Out Loud!
- UW Course on Developing Science Curriculum
- Presidential Award for Excellence in Math & Science Teaching
- Educator Input on 2012 Math Standards
 (L-R) Nancy Windholz, Gayla Hammer, Lesley Urasky, and Patricia Urasky - Wyoming's 2014 and 2015 Presidential Awardees for Excellence in Math & Science Teaching - D.C. Celebration - September 2016
 National Mock Election Day is Nov. 3rd
Join the largest civic education project in the country, Oct. 25th - Nov. 3rd.
The National Student/Parent Mock Election gives American students, and parents if they wish, the opportunity to cast their votes for candidates in both the federal and state elections. They may also vote on the issues they care about.
The Mock Election program, now 36 years old, is the leading program in student voting. More than 50 million young voters have participated while learning about the importance of using their own voice to share their perspectives on important issues.
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October 28-29 in Laramie
The workshop will take place from 5-10pm on Friday, October 28th (to allow time for telescope viewing) and 9am-3:30pm on Saturday. Meals will be provided (dinner, light breakfast, and lunch), however participants are responsible for their own lodging.
Workshop sessions include understanding the science of the eclipse, learning about the statewide eclipse projects, and exploring UW resources such as the planetarium. Materials will be provided and PTSB credit will be available.
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WIDA Wyoming Workshop: Collaboration
November 1-2 in Buffalo Register here
WIDA Wyoming Workshop: ACCESS 2.0 Test Administration Training
December 5th in Casper Register here
December 7th in Rock Springs Register here
Contact Robin Holbrook or 307-777-5217 for more information.
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December 1-2 in Lander
The first-ever Wyoming Citizen Science Conference, hosted by the UW Biodiversity Institute, will involve keynote and breakout sessions with experienced citizen science organizations to help program managers address challenges, as well as opportunities for WY citizen science participants (teachers, Scout leaders, community activists, etc.).
Check out the Agenda Register Here
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December 5-11
2016 Computer Science Education Week
The Hour of Code is an one-hour introduction to computer science designed to demystify "code" to show that anybody can learn the basics and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. It is a worldwide effort to celebrate computer science. It takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week, but you can host an Hour of Code all year round. Check out the tutorials and activities.
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March 3-4
Theme: Festivals A Celebration of World Language Learning
World Languages Day introduces Wyoming language students to the UW campus, exposes them to language and culture experts from around the world, leaves a lasting impression of friendship and global understanding, and gives them a chance to get a taste of UW campus life and form bonds with others from around the state.
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 Register today! Registration closes December 16th
Poetry Out Loud is a FREE national program that encourages students (grades 9-12) to learn about poetry through recitation and performance. Participating students can develop and improve public speaking skills, build self-confidence, discover a love of poetry and the written word, and even win cash prizes, money for their school library, or a trip to Washington, D.C.
Regional and State Competitions will take place in Wyoming high schools this fall and early spring. Register today so students can be prepared to compete! Registered teachers will receive a toolkit with posters, lesson plans, a printed anthology, and a teacher’s guide. Please contact the Wyoming Poetry Out Loud Coordinator, Tara Pappas (307) 777-7109 with any questions.
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January 24 - March 5
Online and UW Campus in Laramie
This seminar is for anyone working on implementing the new science standards in Wyoming. The final product will be grade-level units of 2-4 bundled science standards. Scholarships are available. For more information contact Ana Houseal or call 307-766-4925
 2016 PAEMST Banquet - Past Presidential Award Winners
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COMING SOON: Nominations and applications for mathematics and science teachers, grades 7-12, will open in Fall of 2016.
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation's highest honors for teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science). Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education.
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In this survey, you will be asked to comment on the current 2012 Wyoming Mathematics Standards. You may choose to respond anonymously. The information collected from this survey is intended for two purposes: 1) to identify areas for additional PD and resource support, and 2) to identify areas of concern for the future Math Standards Review Committee's (MSRC) consideration.
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