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*January 26, 2023*

*IN THIS EDITION*

* National Science Youth Camp
* PAEMST 2022-23 Award Cycle
* Teacher Opportunities
* Student Competitions
* Resources and Funding
* Career and Technical Education
* English Language Arts
* Social Studies
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NATIONAL SCIENCE YOUTH CAMP

* Applications are being accepted from high school juniors and seniors in the classes of 2023 and 2024 to represent Wyoming at the 2023 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp). 
* Two students from each state, Washington, D.C., and select countries will attend the *all-expenses-paid program*, *June 19-July 12, 2023*. 
* Hosted in Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia since 1963, the NYSCamp is a residential science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) program designed to honor and challenge some of the nation’s rising STEAM leaders, and provide them with opportunities to engage with STEAM professionals and participate in exciting outdoor activities.
* Applications are due by *February 28, 2023*. 
* Apply *here* [ [link removed] ].
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PAEMST 2022-23 AWARD CYCLE

*Applications Close February 6, 2023*

* The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the highest honors bestowed by the U.S. government specifically for K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), and/or Computer Science teachers.
* Teachers may apply to be considered for the award until the deadline on* February 6.*  
* Learn more or apply *here* [ [link removed] ].
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TEACHER OPPORTUNITIES

* These *University of Wyoming courses *are free to Wyoming teachers (register with the discount code: TLC-WYTEACH/PN).
* *Introduction to Place-Based Education* [ [link removed] ] (Virtual) *January 17-March 6, 2023*.
* *In Mud: Nature-Based Early Childhood Education* [ [link removed] ] (In Person)* May 6, 2023*.

* The *Wyoming Stewardship Project*’s Spring Virtual Educator Workshop is open for enrollment. Complete at your own pace between *February 13 *and* March 31, 2023*. Learn about curriculum that teaches grade 2-5 students how to be stewards of Wyoming’s resources. Enroll *here* [ [link removed] ].
* The *National STEM Scholar Program* [ [link removed] ] selects 10 teachers for an all-expenses paid professional learning opportunity *May 28-June 3, 2023* in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Apply *here* [ [link removed] ] by *February 1, 2023*.
* The *Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge* recognizes exemplary approaches to science lab instruction with prize packages for lab makeover, equipment and professional development. Apply *here* [ [link removed] ] by *February 17, 2023*.
* The University of Wyoming is seeking 45 Wyoming elementary teachers in grades 3-5 to participate in a National Science Foundation-funded science education professional learning program, *STEM STRONG*. 
* Participants will receive an annual stipend of $1,600 for each of the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years, with an additional $100 stipend for any study activities in 2025-26.
* Teachers will also receive a small materials stipend for classroom supplies to support the implementation of an engineering lesson.
* Contact Dr. Ryan Summers for questions about the study at *[email protected]* <[email protected]> or Martha Inouye at *[email protected]* <[email protected]>.
* Interested elementary teachers may provide contact information through *[link removed]* [ [link removed] ].  

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STUDENT COMPETITIONS

* *ACTE and NASA HUNCH* are hosting a student competition recognizing CTE and project-based learning. The competition will provide students the opportunity to showcase the application of CTE in high-demand, 21st century careers on Earth, as well as in space. *Learn more* [ [link removed] ].
* *Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom Bookmark Competition* [ [link removed] ]. To showcase their understanding and appreciation of Wyoming’s essential resources, students from grades 2-5 may submit a bookmark illustrating this year’s theme: "Stewardship of Wyoming Resources". Entry deadline is *February 10, 2023*.
* *American Dream Essay Contest* [ [link removed] ]. This contest has impacted the lives of Wyoming students for more than 20 years. Students are eligible to receive cash winnings at the local and state level. Essays are due *February 27, 2023*.
* *Regional Science Fairs* [ [link removed] ] began in January, and required ISEF paperwork for SRC/IRB review is due by *February 10, 2023*. For more information, visit the Wyoming State Science Fair *website* [ [link removed] ] or *Facebook* [ [link removed] ] page, or contact Erin Stoesz, Wyoming State Science Fair Director, at 307-760-2465 or *[email protected]* <[email protected]>.
* Big Horn Middle School will host a Regional Final for students in elementary and middle school in the International Academic Competitions on *April 1, 2023. *The competition focuses on Geography, History, and Science. Teachers can learn more and set up an account *here* [ [link removed] ].
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RESOURCES AND FUNDING

* The *Book Love Foundation* seeks teachers who demonstrate a passion for promoting enthusiastic reading. Grants for classroom libraries or book clubs are available with an application deadline of *March 1, 2023*. Learn more/apply *here* [ [link removed] ].
* *Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week* is *February 13-19, 2023*. Request your RAK Week Kit *here* [ [link removed] ]. Customized for elementary, middle, and high schools, each kit includes stickers, kindness ideas, and a RAK Week Bingo card. Be sure to coordinate with others in your school if you are requesting an entire school kit.
* The *Cokie Roberts Research Fund for Women’s History* will award up to $12,500 to support annual fellowships for applicants to perform new research at the National Archives to elevate women’s history. Applicants must be mid-career historians, journalists, authors, or graduate students. The application window is open and will close on *April 11, 2022*. Learn more *here* [ [link removed] ].
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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE)

* February is *National CTE Month*. Learn more about resources and ideas *here* [ [link removed]. ].
* *Career Development Facilitator Course*. Learn best practices to support career planning in multiple settings across all ages in this series running from February through April 2023. Registration fee is $320. Sign up *here* [ [link removed] ].
* CTSO calendars for pathway-related professional learning:
* *DECA* [ [link removed] ].
* *FBLA* [ [link removed] ].
* *FCCLA.* [ [link removed] ]
* *FFA* [ [link removed] ].
* *SkillsUSA* [ [link removed] ].

* Visit the Winter 2023 ctEzine and WDE CTE page *here* [ [link removed] ]. 
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

* The *Wyoming Book Awards* program, sponsored by the Wyoming Library Association and the Wyoming State Literacy Association, provides the opportunity for Wyoming youth in grades K-12 to select a favorite book and honor its author. 
* Buckaroo Book Award *nomination form* [ [link removed] ] for K-3.
* Indian Paintbrush Book Award *nomination form* [ [link removed] ] for grades 4-6.
* Soaring Eagle Book Award *nomination form* [ [link removed] ] for grades 7-12.

* Nominations due *March 1, 2023*.
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SOCIAL STUDIES

* The 2023 *Presidential Primary Sources Project* [ [link removed] ] (PPSP) is under way and presents the opportunity to virtually transport your students to places that helped shape our nation's presidents' lives. PPSP sessions will feature interactive discussions and use primary source documents to understand our nation’s presidents. 
* A free professional event on teaching with primary sources from the Library of Congress and other resources will be offered from 9 a.m to 3:30 p.m. on* February 4, 2023.* It is open to teachers of Social Studies, ELA, or gifted students. *Register here* [ [link removed] ].
* The *Florida Council for History Education* [ [link removed] ] (FLCHE) is offering free seminars. Contact Kaley de Leon, FLCHE Communications Chair, at *[email protected]* <[email protected]> for more info.
* *February*: FDR, WWII, and the Holocaust with Dr. David Krugler, University of Wisconsin.
* *March*: The American Revolution with Dr. Robert McDonald, U.S. Military Academy.

* *Free Educator Resources on the Vietnam War* [ [link removed] ] are available from the History & Legacy Branch of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration.
* The *Bill of Rights Institute* [ [link removed] ] offers a free resource for grades 9-12: "The Plainest Demands of Justice: Documents for Dialogue on the African-American Experience", a *seven-lesson resource* [ [link removed] ] for high schoolers. It utilizes primary source analysis from critical periods in African American history to explore the efforts to realize the Founding principles of liberty, equality, and justice for all.
* *C-SPAN Classroom's webpage* [ [link removed] ] offers resources for teaching civics and government. The website is designed to enhance social science curriculums by providing teachers with brief video clips of C-SPAN programming. *Bell Ringers* [ [link removed] ] can be used as an icebreaker at the start of class, an in-class activity, or a homework assignment introducing a new topic.
* The *Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge* [ [link removed] ] is offering in-person teacher seminars and workshops in Pennsylvania throughout the summer of 2023. Topics include Frederick Douglass, Constitutional History, Medal of Honor Legacy: Cold War, Women in American History, Abraham Lincoln, and more.
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*Wyoming Department of Education*

*Standards Team*

*Barb Marquer, Supervisor  | 307-777-5506*

*Rob Black, Social Studies/P.E./Health  | 307-777-3747*

*Antoinette Hallam, EL/Foreign Language  | 307-777-5217*

*Lori Pusateri-Lane, ELA/F&PA  |  307-777-8595*

*Alicia Wilson, Math/Computer Science  |  307-777-5036  *

*Bobbi Eichhorst, Science/CTE | 307-777-8753*

*Ellis Roberts, Administrative Assistant | 307-777-2906*

*Laurie Hernandez, Director  | 307-777-3469    *


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