The Wyoming Department of Education has funds available through federal competitive grant programs. These grants are made available to assist schools, districts, regions, and communities in establishing programs that support the Wyoming Education Technology Plan and infuse technology in the classroom. Additional Acquire hardware and software to improve student performance to address the districts' school improvement and technology plans. Update existing technology plans. The purpose of this category is to fund innovative education technology projects that address the preparation of teachers for the 21st Century.
Funds are available for one fiscal year.
For information see Wyoming Technology in Education Initiatives. This program provides technical assistance, interpretation of state and federal laws and rules and regulations dealing with discipline in schools. The funds are also used to plan and conduct an annual multi-cultural state conference. It is clear that if children are to achieve at levels demanded by the high standards, teachers will have to help them do so. Professional development is crucial in helping teachers help students to reach these high standards.