JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County School District #1 (TCSD) is one of three school districts in the state that will participate in the Teacher Apprenticeship Pilot, a program meant to help turn around the state’s teacher shortage crisis.
The apprenticeship also aims to lower financial barriers and give hands-on training to those interested in becoming teachers.
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) and the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) announced that in addition to TCSD #1, the school districts chosen to participate in the Teacher Apprenticeship Pilot include Laramie County School District and Fremont County School District #24.
“Congratulations to these three Wyoming school districts and to the district superintendents who lead them,” said State Superintendent Brian Schroeder.
“I am grateful to them for their pioneer spirit, and am elated for how this can help districts develop additional outstanding teachers for our students. We are full of anticipation here at the WDE for what this could mean for the rest of our districts statewide.”
The three districts chosen will begin collaboration with the WDE and PTSB this summer to prepare for the launch of their own programs. This work will inform the structure for the eventual statewide rollout while allowing the opportunity to identify best practices and unique nuances at the district level.
“We are thrilled to be selected as a pilot district, and find additional pathways to certify individuals who have already committed to serving students in Wyoming,” said Gillian Chapman, Ed.D. Superintendent TCSD #1.
“We look forward to supporting the WDE as we find ways to recruit and retain exceptional educators dedicated to supporting public schools in Wyoming.”
