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EDUCATOR SPOTLIGHT

Deyonne Jackson
Deyonne Jackson

Kindergarten/1st Grade Teacher

Woods Learning Center, NCSD #1

Deyonne is one of the most naturally talented educators I know and is constantly looking for ways to refine her craft to meet the ever-changing needs of her students. For example, when our students were struggling with behaviors, she became instrumental in bringing Conscious Discipline to our building. She has gone on to train others with this practice. Deyonne is incredibly gifted at connecting with students, colleagues, and parents.  

Woods Learning Center is also unique in that we are a Teacher-Powered school. Our school does not have a principal and thus, each teacher takes one portion of the role of a principal and functions in that role. To better serve our building, Deyonne became an Ambassador to the international Teacher-Powered Network, where she keeps us current and provides collaboration opportunities with schools that function in a similar way. She has also served in every capacity of a principal—from working on our school improvement plan to running buildings and grounds—she truly is a jack of all trades.  

“Deyonne exemplifies being a life-long learner. She is an outstanding educator who always goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her students. She is also an exceptional leader, not only in our building but also at the collegiate level, where she instructs aspiring educators at Casper College. Anyone who has worked alongside Deyonne Jackson considers it one of their greatest blessings.”

- Sarah Larsen, Student Support Teacher, Woods Learning Center, NCSD #1

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ACCOUNTABILITY

Hathaway Course Approval and 8th Grade Unit of Study Submission Windows

Wyoming school districts are required by W.S. 21-16-1307(f)(i) to submit a list of courses that satisfy the Hathaway Scholarship Program’s Success Curriculum (HSC) requirements. Courses must be submitted to the Wyoming Department of Education for verification through the WDE638 collection and then reviewed inside the Hathaway Course Verification Application. Courses must be submitted by October 17...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

MTSS Summit & Professional Development for Spring 2025

The 2024-25 Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) Statewide System of Support MTSS Center is offering professional development opportunities to expand your knowledge and sharpen your skills...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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COMMUNICATIONS

Access Resources, Tools, and Reports on the WDE District Resource Website

Last fall, the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) launched the WDE Resource site. This website provides easy access to resources, tools, and reports specifically for districts and schools. Districts are encouraged to use this website to search for any required assets before they contact the WDE for assistance finding the resources, tools, and reports from the old site...*read more* [ [link removed] ].

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INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

WDE628 Virtual Education Vendor Teacher Collection is Retired

The WDE628 Virtual Education Vendor Teacher Collection is no longer required. The removal of this collection does not eliminate the requirement that all teachers, including vendor-employed teachers, must hold the proper certifications and endorsements for the courses they are assigned to teach...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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SCHOOL SUPPORT

Register for the Language and Literacy Leaders Symposium

The Wyoming Department of Education CLSD Team invites Wyoming Systems Leaders to the Language and Literacy Leaders Symposium on June 9, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the University of Wyoming Conference Center in Laramie. Reservations are required for this free training and lunch will be provided...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION

Free Training on Preparing Youth with Disabilities for Postsecondary Education

A free webinar for high school counselors, special education case managers and administrators, VR Counselors, and student support services will take place at 2 p.m. on February 28 and will address student checklists, disability services, and accommodations, differences between high school and college, and student disclosure and self-advocacy...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

Deaf or Hard of Hearing Students can Connect and Learn at WYHI Event

Students ages 3–21 who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families are invited to WYHI, a special event to connect with peers who use diverse communication methods and share similar experiences. The all-day event on February 21 will kick off at Casper College with breakout sessions and a presentation by deaf artist Bridget Berrigan and conclude with a bowling activity for students and families to socialize...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

Discovery Through Transition: From Pre-Kindergarten Through Graduation

The Wyoming Department of Education is offering a free webinar on March 11 from 4–5 p.m. for school administrators, special education teachers and directors, paraprofessionals, transition coordinators, DVR transition navigators, and parents. Participants will learn how to better support students with significant complex needs to achieve postsecondary success. Register to attend by March 4...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT

WY-ALT Assessment Window

The WY-ALT Assessment Window will be open March 4 through April 11. WY-ALT is an individually administered, student performance assessment that allows students with the most significant cognitive disabilities to demonstrate their mastery of grade-level-aligned Wyoming Extended Standards...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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