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EDUCATOR SPOTLIGHT

Rachel-Carlson
Rachel Carlson

KinderBoost Teacher

Tongue River Elementary School, SCSD#1

It's not every day you find a teacher who embraces change, even when it makes her own day more challenging. Mrs. Rachel Carlson, our dedicated KinderBoost teacher at Tongue River Elementary School, ensures every child, no matter the obstacle, thrives in a top-notch classroom environment. She masterfully differentiates instruction to meet the diverse academic and behavioral needs of her young learners, fostering a vibrant and controlled classroom environment. 

Faced with a spectrum of behaviors and skill levels, she responds with positivity, courage, and purpose, systematically tailoring her approach to guide each child in background knowledge, letters and sounds, vocabulary, and interactive read-alouds. In doing so, she represents the strong knowledge and respectful care for early childhood development.

Mrs. Carlson is a truly exceptional teacher and has also recently earned National Board Certification in Early Childhood. Ultimately, her genuine love for her students, families, colleagues, and community shines through in everything she does, a constant reminder of why teaching matters. 

“Mrs. Carlson is our school liaison in early childhood. She excitedly collaborates with families and staff, ensuring a cohesive and supportive educational experience for all KinderBoost students. Having Mrs. Carlson for KinderBoost sets up every child for success in their educational journey, as her nurturing and inspiring teaching fosters a love for learning!”

     -  Pamela Woodward, Kindergarten Teacher at Tongue River Elementary, SCSD#1



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COMMUNICATIONS

Encourage Students to Enter America’s Field Trip Contest

America’s Field Trip is a nationwide contest that invites students across the country in grades 3–12 to be part of our nation’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them, with the chance to earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

WDE Applications Upgraded for Two-Factor Authentication

By January 26, the WDE will upgrade the authentication process for its applications. The upgrade will provide added security and require users to log in with two-factor authentication (2FA) at the beginning of their single sign-on (SSO) session each day...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

Grade 9 Credits Earned Review Window Open Until Jan. 23

In accordance with the Wyoming Accountability in Education Act, the WDE has prepared two student-level reports to calculate the readiness sub-indicator for traditional and alternative high schools. Districts have until January 23 to verify the accuracy of credits earned and credits required for graduation in the student-level data file...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION

Improve Supports for Students with Disabilities with ASCEND 307 Webinars

Join ASCEND 307 from 4–5 p.m. on January 14 for the next in a series of monthly webinars to share an in-depth analysis of employability skills that support students with disabilities in gaining employment and providing pathways to meaningfully participate in communities...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT

Updated Lexile & Quantile Resources

The WDE has updated the resources on the Lexile & Quantile Measures webpage, which includes links and details on the Lexile and Quantile supports available to parents and educators. Students in grades 3-10 receive a Lexile measure for ELA and a Quantile measure for math from the Wyoming Test of Proficiency and Progress (WY-TOPP). Lexile and Quantile measures can be used to inform instruction, monitor growth, and support student learning at school and at home...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

ACCESS English Language Proficiency Assessment

All Active English Learners (ELs) in Grades K–12 are required to participate annually in either the WIDA ACCESS or the WIDA Alternate ACCESS assessment. This fulfills both federal and state requirements for measuring English Learners’ progress in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking...*read more [ [link removed] ]*.

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