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Megan's Monthly Recap
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OCTOBER 2025
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Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Winner
$50k for CTE at Sheridan High School
A massive win for Wyoming CTE! Sheridan High School welding teacher *Clayton Christensen received a $50,000 prize* [ [link removed] ] from the Harbor Freight Tools for Schools program. Superintendent Megan Degenfelder and UW College of Education Dean Jenna Shim joined program students and representatives from Harbor Freight to present the check. This award highlights the vital role skilled trades play in our communities and will directly benefit the welding program's equipment upgrades.
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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 [ [link removed] ]* and *Anderson Elementary [ [link removed] ]* in Laramie County #1. Superintendent Megan Degenfelder and other WDE representatives joined the schools during a ceremony to celebrate the honor.
Purple Star School Ceremony at Cheyenne East
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Wheatland Wyoming Connecting Industry & Education Forum.
Connecting Industry & Education Forums Continue
*Wheatland [ [link removed] ]* and *Saratoga* [ [link removed] ]were the next locations for Superintendent Megan Degenfelder's Connecting Industry & Education Forums. The events help connect the needs of local businesses to shape education in Wyoming.
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Future of Youth Development Summit in Washington D.C.
Superintendent Megan Degenfelder spoke as part of a panel at The *Future of Youth Development: Vision to Action Summit* [ [link removed] ] in Washington, D.C. The event brought together state and local leaders, intermediary organizations, practitioners, philanthropy, and most importantly, youth voices, for a day of engaging stories, collaborative discussions, and expert presentations to improve Out-of-school time (OST) programs.
Megan at Future Youth Development Summit
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Megan at Family Policy Summit
Student Discipline Hot Topic at Wyoming Family Policy Summit
Superintendent Megan Degenfelder spoke at and attended the *Wyoming Family Policy Summit* [ [link removed] ] to discuss issues surrounding school discipline.
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Global Connections
Superintendent *Megan Degenfelder met with European Union Ambassador* [ [link removed] ]to the United States Jovita Neliupšiene as she visited the University of Wyoming.
Megan with EU Ambassador
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Teacher of the Year Celebration
Teachers of the Year Celebrated at Event in Casper
Superintendent Megan Degenfelder honored the *2026 Wyoming Teacher of the Year, Michelle Roundy [ [link removed] ] *of Jackson Hole High School, and the 2025-26 Wyoming District Teachers of the Year at an event at the WYO Sports Ranch in Casper.
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Educators Rise as Part of New Level-Up Cohort
Superintendent Megan Degenfelder spoke with the *Level-Up Leadership Cohort* [ [link removed] ], a WDE leadership program that elevates Wyoming’s education professionals, helping them to become leaders in their community.
Megan and Level Up Cohort meet and discuss education.
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Serving a meal on Farm to School Day
Wyoming Farm to School Day Celebrates Agriculture and Healthy Meals
Wyoming Farm to School Day was a huge success! Many *districts from across the state served a lunch* [ [link removed] ] that included locally sourced proteins and produce, offering a healthy and nutritious meal that showcases our state's agricultural heritage!
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Hathaway at the UW Football Game
The WDE Hathaway team was giving away gear at the UW *homecoming football game* [ [link removed] ] to celebrate $17M in annual funds that support postsecondary success for Wyoming students.
Hathaway Program at the UW Football Game
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WYHI Fall 2025
Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Students Build Community at Event
The *WDE Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Team hosted a get-together* [ [link removed] ] for all students with hearing loss, teachers, and families at the Green Acres Corn Maze in Casper. Events like these help students make new friends and enjoy activities with their families.
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