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COMMUNICATIONS

Two Additional Schools Earn Purple Star School Designation

Two additional schools have been designated Wyoming Purple Star Schools for their commitment to supporting military-connected students: East High School and Anderson Elementary in Laramie County School District #1...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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FINANCE

Request a Review of School Finance Audits

School districts may request the WDE review findings identified by the Wyoming Department of Audit during school finance audits conducted according to WS 9-1-513...*read more* [ [link removed] ].

Request for School Finance Data Advisory Committee Applications

The WDE is seeking applications from business managers and other district or school administrators interested in serving on the School Finance Data Advisory Committee (SFDAC), which is established under W.S. 21-2-203(d). Members are appointed by and serve at the discretion of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction...*read more* [ [link removed] ].

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INNOVATION

Free Virtual Education Professional Development Opportunity

The WDE and Quality Matters have provided a variety of Professional Development (PD) workshops and courses available for all Wyoming teachers, while funds last...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT

Fall WorkKeys Window Open Through November 21

The 2025 Fall WorkKeys window is open through November 21. The WorkKeys test is a skills-based assessment system by ACT that measures real-world workplace skills. The test may be administered online or on paper/pencil. The WDE provides funding for students in grades 11 or 12 to take the test once, at no cost to the student...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

Alternate Assessment Participation and Justifications

The WDE requires each district to review its Alternate Assessment participation data from the Spring 2025 administration, per the Every Student Succeeds Act (34 CFR § 200.6 (c)(3)). All Wyoming school districts must complete the Annual 1% Threshold Reporting Form, including the descriptions and supporting evidence needed for Section 4, by January 30, 2026...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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