Goals
The Wyoming Rural Teacher Corps helps aspiring educators build a strong foundation for teaching in rural communities. Through travel, mentorship, and place-based learning, participants develop the confidence, cultural understanding, and practical skills needed to succeed in Wyoming’s schools. Each goal is centered on empowering future teachers to grow both personally and professionally in unique settings across the state.
Real Life Experience
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Immersive School Visits
Visit rural Wyoming schools to observe teachers and administrators in action. Learn
how school culture and leadership look in small communities.
Explore Wyoming Communities
Stay in places like Grand Teton National Park and gain real-world insight into what it means to live and work in rural Wyoming.
STEM Night & Team Learning
Participate in collaborative events like Family STEM Night and develop your skills in a team-based learning environment.
Guided Mentorship
Build connections with experienced rural teachers who provide support, share stories, and help you grow your voice in the classroom.
Get More Information and/or Join the WyRTC Team
Join the team
- If you are a rural teacher and interested in becoming one of our rural mentors, please
send us an email.
- WyRTC members receive a $1500 stipend, as well as gain skill, new experience, and
make lifetime connections. We accept new cohort applications until late August through
early September.
- If you are interested in joining our cohort of preservice teachers, becoming a mentor
teacher, or would like more information please reach out to our contacts.
- Want more information about joining the Year 1 Wyoming Rural Teacher Corps cohort?
WRTC More Information
Apply for the 2024-2025 Wyoming Rural Teacher Corps
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Contacts
Alison Mercier | amercier@uwyo.edu
Leslie Cook | leslie.cook@tetonscience.org
