Online Poll: The Biggest Issue Facing Wyoming Schools
We thought this might be an appropriate time to ask about the biggest issues facing local schools.
Jillian Balow
Wyoming Superintendent Pushes Back Against Biden Administration’s Grants for Teaching Dive…
“The draft rule is an attempt to normalize teaching controversial and politically trendy theories about America’s history,” Balow stated. “History and civics should not be secondary to political whim.
Wyoming Supt.: Oil And Gas Lease Ban Will Defund Schools
Jillian Balow says she is also concerned about "further, similar orders" that may be coming.
Elected Officials and Wyoming Oil & Gas Professionals React to Federal Ban on Drilling
Many of Wyoming’s elected officials, as well as professionals within Wyoming’s oil & gas industry are reacting to the recent news that President Joe Biden is set to announce a wide-ranging moratorium on new oil and gas leasing on U.S. land.
Wyo. State Agencies Providing 500K Face Coverings to Schools
State Public Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist said face coverings are essential as people can transmit the virus to others before they feel or show any symptoms.
Wyoming Receives $32.5 Million From U.S. Department of Education
The allocation comes from $13.2 billion budgeted federally to elementary and secondary schools.
Wyoming Education Officials Giving Guidance On Reopening Schools
Balow said social distancing, hygiene and enhanced sanitation in line with federal and state regulations will be enforced.
Wyoming Schools Superintendent Orders Districts to Plan for Extended Closure
Each school district must have an Adapted Learning Plan approved by the Department of Education before April 6 to continue to receive state funding.
Wyoming Issues Security Survey to Gauge School Safety Plans
She says threat plans and related training programs can vary widely between school districts.
Wyoming Education Officials Applaud Transition To WY-TOPP Test
Because the WY-TOPP test given last school year was brand new, officials say the results can't be compared to the PAWS results from previous school years.