Great news for Cody’s schools: a local educator at Eastside has earned statewide recognition from Wyoming’s superintendent of public instruction for outstanding innovations in STEM education. The honor shines a well-deserved spotlight on the creative, student-centered work happening right here in Park County classrooms.

STEM — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — has become a cornerstone of preparing Wyoming students for the careers of tomorrow, and this recognition signals that Cody’s teachers are leading the way. Being singled out by the state’s top education official is a meaningful milestone, reflecting both the dedication of the individual educator and the supportive learning environment that Eastside Elementary has cultivated.

Recognition from the state superintendent is not handed out lightly. It acknowledges educators who go beyond the standard curriculum to bring fresh, hands-on approaches to STEM subjects — sparking curiosity and building skills that students will carry with them long after they leave the classroom. For families and community members in Cody, it is a proud reminder that local schools are producing the kind of innovative teaching that draws statewide attention.

The honor also reflects well on the broader Cody community, which has long valued strong public education. When a teacher is celebrated at the state level, it speaks to the collective investment — by administrators, parents, and neighbors alike — in giving young people the tools they need to thrive.

Congratulations to the Eastside educator on this well-earned recognition, and to the students and families who benefit every day from that spirit of innovation in the classroom. Cody can be proud.

Sources: Cody Enterprise