A sweeping bill aimed at improving literacy education in Wyoming schools got the greenlight from the state’s education committee last week.
Education
UW replaces Multicultural Affairs with community resources center following legislative DEI cuts
The change comes after legislative cuts led the school to eliminate many of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs. UW claims the changes are meant to respond to those cuts.
“Cache Funk” drummer Tom Goicoechea speaks on music therapy, education, and making Jackson’s music scene more inclusive
In part six of KHOL’s Workers series, local jazz and funk musician Tom Goicoechea uses his own passion for music to help treat and educate local youth.
Jackson community partners raise $85,000 for summer lunch program
Summer lunch programs across Teton County School District have been canceled, but some organizations are stepping up to fill the gap.
Local interpreter helps Latino families invest in children’s education
In the first part of KHOL’s Workers series, Silvia Davila walks us through her job, her journey to Jackson from Mexico City and her efforts to integrate the Latino community in the town’s public schools.
Embattled education voucher bill awaits Gov. Gordon’s signature
Funds would go to low-income families to help enroll kids in private or religious schools, grades pre-K through 12.
The Wyoming Legislature’s budget session ends on closing day with unified budget
The budget now awaits a signature from Gov. Gordon, with funding for Teton County schools and the future of the Kelly Parcel hanging in the balance.
Report: Lack of child care in Wyoming threatens viability of rural communities
Child care facilities tend to be small businesses that pay low wages, impacting both children and parents around the state.
Leader of Teton Science Schools steps down
CEO Shawn Kelly says he’s leaving to deal with a family emergency, as the school grapples with staff retention.
