Helpful Links

The Wyoming School-University Partnership is closely involved with the institutions and organizations listed below. Click on their links to learn more.

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Statewide Level

University of Wyoming: The Partnership is housed at UW.

www.uwyo.edu

UW College of Education: The College of Education is an integral component of the Partnership both in terms of intellectual and financial support.  Dean Scott Thomas sits on the governing board's executive committee.

www.uwyo.edu/education

Teacher Preparation and Advising Office (UW College of Education):  The Office of Teacher Education supports undergraduate and graduate level students in their academic paths toward becoming educators.

www.uwyo.edu/ste/teacher-preparation-and-advising-office/index.html 

UW College of Arts and Sciences: The College of Arts and Sciences is a strong supporter of the Partnership's work.  Associate Dean Scott Turpen sits on the governing board's executive committee.

www.uwyo.edu/AS

Science and Mathematics Teaching Center (UW College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences):  The SMTC facilitates collaborative and interdisciplinary education and initiatives supporting teachers across Wyoming. 

smtc.uwyo.edu

Wyoming Community College Commission: The statewide organization coordinating the work of Wyoming's seven (7) community colleges.

www.communitycolleges.wy.edu

Wyoming Department of Education: The state-level institution overseeing the education of Wyoming students.  WDE is member of the Partnership, and a representative from the organization sits on the Partnership's governing board.

edu.wyoming.gov/

Wyoming National Board Certification: A state-wide initiative to increase the number of national board certified teachers to strengthen the quality of classroom teaching in public schools.

www.wnbci.org

Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board: A state-wide board to licence Wyoming certified teachers.

ptsb.state.wy.us/ 

Wyoming Education Association: Wyoming Education Association (WEA)'s 6,300+ members work in Wyoming’s schools, colleges, and the university to help improve public education and the lives of Wyoming’s students.

http://wyoea.org/

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National Level

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards: A standardized and rigorous certification for teachers seeking to strengthen their teaching skills and improve student learning. 

www.nbpts.org