Final Board chair Report—Fall 2024

This is the nicest fall weather I can ever remember in Cheyenne. I hope everyone is taking advantage and enjoying some outdoor activities.

This fall has also brought some changes to the Board. We had the resignation of Susan Edgerton and the Board chose Marilyn Burden as her replacement as the South Triad Representative. Marilyn brings a great background to her service on the Board. This was also an election year and Alicia Smith and Brittany Ashby were reelected and Barb Cook was elected as a new Board member. She also brings a great background to the Board. That means I will not be returning to the Board and here are my reflections on my time on the Board.

I am humbled and honored to have been elected to serve the last 12 years on the Board. I served this time with the goal of providing each student with the best opportunities to receive a great education. I did all I could to bring transparency to the Board as I believe the business of LCSD1 needs to be done with the public watching.

I have had the opportunity to work with great fellow Board members who brought their own unique experiences to Board service. While I didn’t always agree with my them, I always respected them and listened to and considered their comments.

I appreciate the administrative staff of the District as they always work diligently to implement the vision and direction provided by the Board.

LCSD1 is the largest and BEST District in Wyoming and this is because of the great teachers and support staff who work tirelessly to help each and every student achieve their potential in a safe setting. I have

always tried to listen to the staff about how the Board could help them do their jobs better.

I am leaving with the peace of mind that LCSD1 is in a great place and while not perfect, it is heading in the right direction.