Speaker Bio: Dr. Grace Shearrer is an alum of the University of Wyoming and received her doctoral degree in Nutritional Science from the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Shearrer currently works in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Wyoming and is a Mental Health Extension Specialist. Her lab studies how the brain controls health behaviors, like intake of sugar sweetened beverages, in children, teens, and moms.
Speaker Bio: Larissa Bonnet received her master’s degree in counseling and human services from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. She is a University of Wyoming Extension Community Vitality and Health Educator in Sheridan County focused on health programming (food safety and preservation, aging well, and digital health) and leadership development (board training and county leadership training).
WCSD#1 has the following opening for the 2026-2027 school year:
*Assistant Superintendent
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
Current Wyoming PTSB Administrator certification.
Minimum 5 years of successful K–12 teaching and minimum of 3 years of administrative experience.
Refer to job description and additional qualifications on the job posting.
*Alternative High School Teacher
Full-time with comprehensive benefits available. Must have an endorsement in at least one core content area (preferably Math or Science). Also requires obtaining an endorsement in Alternative Education.
WCSD#1 has the following opening for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year:
*Student Support Services
Part-Time, approximately 29 hours/week - grant funded position
Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.25/hour - Determined by experience
Job Summary: The Student Support Services staff member provides direct support to students and families while assisting with administrative and data-related functions essential to the successful operation of the alternative high school program. This position serves as a key liaison between students, families, teachers, and administrators, supporting student engagement, attendance, and academic progress in a flexible, student-centered learning environment.
If interested in any of these openings, please apply on the district website. Link below for your convenience:
Washakie County School District #1
We know that many families in our community are facing uncertainty with the recent news about SNAP benefits. Please remember that we are a community that supports one another.
Our top priority is ensuring that every student has access to nutritious meals so they can focus on learning. Even if you were not previously eligible, a change in family circumstances may qualify you for free or reduced-price school meals.
We encourage you to fill out an application today. The process is confidential and easy to complete.
• You can pick up an application at any school or the Central Office (1900 Howell Avenue)
At East Side this week we talked about how "WE CAN DO HARD THINGS". Our Worland Warriors are an example of how they do hard things in practice and games to get better, just like we do at school.
We’re getting ready for a great school year — make sure your student is registered!
📅 Check out the registration dates and times below to get your student ready for the year.
📝 Important: Registration forms will be emailed AND mailed to you ahead of time — please watch your inbox/mailbox and bring the completed forms with you to help speed up the process.
We can’t wait to see you! 🖤🧡
