Virtual education means Wyoming school district programs and courses approved by the Wyoming Department of Education pursuant to W.S. 21-2-202(a)(xxxi), W.S. 21-13-330(f-k), and the Chapter 41 Virtual Education Rules for delivery when a teacher and student are in separate locations. Virtual education instruction is primarily delivered through technology outside of the physical classroom and can be asynchronous, synchronous, or a combination of both.
Rules and Policy for School Districts
The Chapter 41 Virtual Education Rules provide detailed information regarding the requirements for Wyoming school districts to offer virtual education programs and courses. The 2022-2023 Distance Learning: Guidance for Wyoming School Districts provides information pertaining to temporary virtual education days, remote education classes, and virtual education within a resident district. This page provides details regarding the program application and renewal process, course submission, and Quality Matters professional development.
Program Information for Parents and Students
These pages provide information about the various Virtual Education Programs in the state: Statewide Programs, Regional Programs, or District-Level Programs, as well as information about each program’s course offerings.
Statement of Concern
This form is being provided for Wyoming school districts to submit virtual education program concerns for consideration by the Virtual Education Advisory Committee (VEAC). The VEAC was established pursuant to Wyoming Statute § 21-2-202(a)(xxxi)(F) to serve in an advisory capacity to school districts to improve the delivery of virtual education courses and programs across the state. The VEAC will review the Statement of Concern and may invite the school district representatives to present additional information during a VEAC meeting. When warranted, the VEAC has the authority to submit recommendations for modifications to virtual education rules, policy, practices and procedures to the Wyoming Department of Education for consideration.
