To administer the program for state support for the community college system including distribution of amounts authorized by the Legislature; establish tuition rates for community colleges; and establishes the formula for distribution of state aid.
WS 21-18-201
To administer the program for state support for the community college system including distribution of amounts authorized by the Legislature; establish tuition rates for community colleges; and establishes the formula for distribution of state aid.
9
4y
2 term max
2,025
Gov appt
The governor and the state superintendent of public instruction are ex officio nonvoting members of the commission.
Part Time
Mileage & Per Diem
Same as state reimbursements
WY residents
No less than three (3) nor more than four (4) appointed members shall be from counties in which a community college district is located
3 or 4
No more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the members shall be from the same political party
The governor and the state superintendent of public instruction are ex officio nonvoting members of the commission
2
5
5
5
quarterly
yes
on website
yes
Commissioners oversee community college advocacy and regulatory compliance, setting system priorities, approving budgets and tuition rates, allocating state funds, reviewing academic programs, prioritizing capital projects, and approving required reports to stakeholders.
$258,114,964.00
Create a strategic plan to design Wyoming's early childhood development efforts toward assisting families and enhancing opportunities for young children to succeed as citizens, accomplished by a collaboration between Wyoming communities, various levels of state and local government, nonprofit organizations, businesses health organizations, churches, and parents to provide integrated and comprehensive services for all families.
EO 2019-4
Create a strategic plan to design Wyoming's early childhood development efforts toward assisting families and enhancing opportunities for young children to succeed as citizens, accomplished by a collaboration between Wyoming communities, various levels of state and local government, nonprofit organizations, businesses health organizations, churches, and parents to provide integrated and comprehensive services for all families.
27
3y
2
2,025
Gov appt
Part Time
none
Mileage & Per Diem
Same as state reimbursements
WY residents
The State Director of Head Start Collaboration; a WY legislator, a rep from Gov office, a rep from WY children's Trust Fund
4
A representative from the State agency responsible for child care; A representative from the State educational agency; A representative of local education agencies; A representative from the University of Wyoming; A representative from the Community Colleges; A representative of local providers of early childhood education and development services; A representative of local Head Start agencies, including migrant and seasonal programs and Indian Head Start programs; A representative of local early intervention programs and services; A representative of afterschool programs; A representative from the State agency responsible for health or mental health care; A representative of parents with young children; A representative of advocates for young children;
12
A representative of the Eastern Shoshone Tribe; A representative of the Northern Arapahoe Tribe; A representative responsible for programs under section 619 or part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act;
3
A representative of private foundations with a funding emphasis on early childhood programs and services;
1
5
5
other
yes
email [email protected].
Link.
no
The council is responsible for conducting statewide needs assessments on early childhood programs, identifying coordination opportunities and barriers, developing recommendations for policy and practice improvements, collaborating with state agencies and stakeholders on grant implementation, and providing annual reports to the governor on the needs and impact for Wyoming's young children.
Dept Family Services
DFS, Governor
DFS, Governor
Dept Family Services
$324,703,720.00
(a) In addition to authority conferred on the commission by other provisions of the compact, the commission shall have authority to: (i) Collect, correlate, analyze and interpret information and data concerning educational needs and resources. (ii) Encourage and foster research in all aspects of education, but with special reference to the desirable scope of instruction, organization, administration, and instructional methods and standards employed or suitable for employment in public educational systems. (iii) Develop proposals for adequate financing of education as a whole and at each of its many levels. (iv) Conduct or participate in research of the types referred to in this article in any instance where the commission finds that such research is necessary for the advancement of the purposes and policies of this compact, utilizing fully the resources of national associations, regional compact organizations for higher education, and other agencies and institutions, both public and private. (v) Formulate suggested policies and plans for the improvement of public education as a whole, or for any segment thereof, and make recommendations with respect thereto available to the appropriate governmental units, agencies and public officials. (vi) Do such other things as may be necessary or incidental to the administration of any of its authority or functions pursuant to this compact.
An interstate compact to create a joint state voice for education and give states a broad array of options for improving K-12 and higher education.
(a) In addition to authority conferred on the commission by other provisions of the compact, the commission shall have authority to: (i) Collect, correlate, analyze and interpret information and data concerning educational needs and resources. (ii) Encourage and foster research in all aspects of education, but with special reference to the desirable scope of instruction, organization, administration, and instructional methods and standards employed or suitable for employment in public educational systems. (iii) Develop proposals for adequate financing of education as a whole and at each of its many levels. (iv) Conduct or participate in research of the types referred to in this article in any instance where the commission finds that such research is necessary for the advancement of the purposes and policies of this compact, utilizing fully the resources of national associations, regional compact organizations for higher education, and other agencies and institutions, both public and private. (v) Formulate suggested policies and plans for the improvement of public education as a whole, or for any segment thereof, and make recommendations with respect thereto available to the appropriate governmental units, agencies and public officials. (vi) Do such other things as may be necessary or incidental to the administration of any of its authority or functions pursuant to this compact.
WS 21-16-301
An interstate compact to create a joint state voice for education and give states a broad array of options for improving K-12 and higher education.
7
indefinite
Gov appt
Part Time
WY residents
Governor or designee, 1 state senator, 1 state representative
3
(4) others who are appointed by governor who reflect broadly the interests of the state government, higher education, the state education system, local education, lay and professional, public and nonpublic educational leadership. Of those appointees, one (1) shall be the head of a state agency or institution, designated by the governor, having responsibility for one (1) or more programs of public education.
4
1
1
annual
no
Link/
no
The commission is authorized to gather and analyze educational data, promote educational research, develop funding proposals, conduct or participate in research projects, formulate policy recommendations for public education improvement, and perform any other necessary administrative functions to fulfill its compact obligations.
$2,023 FY end $9,270,764 revenue, $11,539,071 expenses, $10,871,422 assets, $842,736 liabilities
Through the Interstate Compact, MIC3 addresses key educational transition issues encountered by children of military families.
Each member state of the interstate compact on students of military families is to create a state council to provide for the coordination among its state agencies of government, local education agencies and military installations concerning the state's participation in and compliance with the compact and interstate commission activities.
Through the Interstate Compact, MIC3 addresses key educational transition issues encountered by children of military families.
WS 21-24-108
Each member state of the interstate compact on students of military families is to create a state council to provide for the coordination among its state agencies of government, local education agencies and military installations concerning the state's participation in and compliance with the compact and interstate commission activities.
11
Gov appt
The compact commissioner and the military family education liaison designated herein shall be ex-officio members of the state council, unless either is already a full voting member of the state council
Part Time
Mileage & Per Diem
WY residents
state superintendent of education, superintendent of a school district with a high concentration of military children, a representative from a military installation, one (1) representative each from the legislative and executive branches of government
5
military family education liaison for each member appointed to the commission
5
1
3
3
annual
yes
provided in agenda
Link/
yes
The Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission manages its operations and enforces the compact through rule-making, compliance measures, and resource management, including budgeting, staffing, and information sharing, to ensure the smooth transition of military children's education.
To partner with Wyoming school districts to ensure the efficient, flexible, and responsible flow of funds to build and maintain cost-effective, adequate and equitable school facilities that best serve the needs of Wyoming students.
ensure adequate and equitable K-12 educational facilities throughout the state, aided by the School Facilities Department; the commissions works to facilitate: implementation of policies, guidelines, and standards adopted by the Commission; helping districts develop comprehensive, long range facility plans; maintaining a school facilities database comprised of building and facility specific information; and many other duties.
To partner with Wyoming school districts to ensure the efficient, flexible, and responsible flow of funds to build and maintain cost-effective, adequate and equitable school facilities that best serve the needs of Wyoming students.
WS 21-15-113
ensure adequate and equitable K-12 educational facilities throughout the state, aided by the School Facilities Department; the commissions works to facilitate: implementation of policies, guidelines, and standards adopted by the Commission; helping districts develop comprehensive, long range facility plans; maintaining a school facilities database comprised of building and facility specific information; and many other duties.
8
4y
2,025
Gov appt w/Senate confirmation
The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall serve in an Ex-Officio, non-voting capacity;
Part Time
paid while working on commission business only
$125/day
Mileage & Per Diem
Same as state reimbursements
WY residents
The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall serve in an Ex-Officio, non-voting capacity
1
building and facility engineering, construction and operations; building design and specifications; estimating, bidding and building construction; school district administration
4
(1) member appointed from each of the seven (7) appointment districts designated in 9-1-218(b)
7
Not more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the appointed members shall be of the same political party.
9
5
7
quarterly
yes
Provided online with agenda
yes
The commission will stablish statewide standards for school building design and construction, approve school construction projects, and distribute state funding for these projects. The Commission also plays a role in overseeing the maintenance and renovation of existing school facilities. They work closely with school districts to assess facility needs, develop long-range plans, and ensure that school buildings are safe, functional, and conducive to learning.
School Facilities Division, State Construction Dept
School Facilities Division of State Contruction Dept
$343,616,366.00
307-777-8670
As Wyoming’s university, we unlock the extraordinary in every person through education, research, innovation, engagement, and service.
Assesses all the powers necessary or convenient to accomplish the objects and perform the duties prescribed by law, and shall have custody of the books, records, buildings and all other property of the university. The Board of Trustees shall prescribe rules for the government of the University and all its branches, elect the requisite officers, professors, instructors, and employees, a director of finance and budget, and a superintendent of buildings and grounds.
As Wyoming’s university, we unlock the extraordinary in every person through education, research, innovation, engagement, and service.
WS 21-17-201
Assesses all the powers necessary or convenient to accomplish the objects and perform the duties prescribed by law, and shall have custody of the books, records, buildings and all other property of the university. The Board of Trustees shall prescribe rules for the government of the University and all its branches, elect the requisite officers, professors, instructors, and employees, a director of finance and budget, and a superintendent of buildings and grounds.
17
6y
1
2,025
Gov appt w/Senate confirmation
(i) governor; (ii) president of the University; (iii) state superintendent of public instruction; and (iv) president of the Associated Students of the University are Ex-Officio members, having the right to speak, but not to vote.
Part Time
WY residents
(i) governor; (ii) president of the University; (iii) state superintendent of public instruction; and (iv) president of the Associated Students of the University are Ex-Officio members
4
At least one (1) trustee shall be appointed from each appointment district persuant to W.S. 9-1-218. No two (2) members may be residents of the same county.
12
Not more than 75% of the commission shall represent the same political party
12
6
12
monthly
yes
Link/
yes
The board is responsible for setting policies, managing finances, appointing the university president, and overseeing academic programs. The board is responsible for ensuring the university's mission is fulfilled, which entails managing all aspects of the university's resources, including physical facilities, and representing the university's interests to the state and public. They are also empowered to establish rules and regulations for the university's operation
University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming
$468,394,328.00
Link/
307-766-4121
WICHE works collaboratively to expand educational access and excellence for all residents of the West. By promoting innovation, cooperation, resource sharing, and sound public policy, WICHE strengthens higher education’s contributions to the region’s social, economic, and civic life.
Created to provide access to educational programs through interstate cooperation. The states agree to cooperatively provide acceptable, efficient educational facilities to meet the needs of the region and of the residents of the states
WICHE works collaboratively to expand educational access and excellence for all residents of the West. By promoting innovation, cooperation, resource sharing, and sound public policy, WICHE strengthens higher education’s contributions to the region’s social, economic, and civic life.
Interstate Compact & WS 21-16-201
Created to provide access to educational programs through interstate cooperation. The states agree to cooperatively provide acceptable, efficient educational facilities to meet the needs of the region and of the residents of the states
3
2,025
Gov Appt
Part Time
none
actual & necessary expenses
from funds of commission
WY residents
Educator engaged in the field of higher education
1
WY residents
2
2
2
2
annual
no
The commission facilitates regional cooperation in higher education among western states. It enables resource sharing, particularly in specialized fields, and increases student access through tuition-reduction and exchange programs. WICHE conducts research, provides policy recommendations, and serves as an information exchange for best practices in higher education.
Link/
303.541.0204