Elevate Monthly—May 2026

Posted Date: 05/20/26 (03:51 PM)

District News

Deming Elementary hosts Legacy event

Teachers, students, alumni and community members gathered to honor Deming Elementary during the school's Legacy event. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, and a special thank you to LCSD1 Trustee and former Deming teacher, Barb Cook, for speaking during the event!

Former Deming student holds an old school yearbook.

Junior Achievement visits Triumph High

Junior Achievement Rocky Mountain visited Triumph High and brought their Dream Accelerator experience. This interactive and responsive career exploration activity helps students prepare for a meaningful career and future.

Triumph student Trinity Munoz said that the experience was valuable because she was able to see actual numbers and costs for things like cars and other essential items.

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this a successful experience for our students!

A young person with a backpack smiles while holding a tablet, talking to a woman wearing a lanyard.

Hobbs students enjoy STEAM night activities

Hobbs Elementary hosted a STEAM night which included various hands-on activities for students and families!

A smiling boy holds a geometric structure made of toothpicks and marshmallows.

Three children are focused on a craft activity, stirring white powder in small cups with wooden sticks.

Anderson students, Wyoming Game and Fish Department release trout at Sloans Lake

Bryce Ramsey's fourth grade class at Anderson Elementary has been raising rainbow trout in their classroom this semester. Recently, they released the trout into Sloans Lake at Lions Park with assistance from Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

A smiling child holds up a clear plastic cup containing a small fish, with a lake and sky in the background.

A group of people, including children and an adult, observe the water's edge on a snowy day.

Fairview students celebrate Arbor Day

Fairview Elementary third and fourth graders helped plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day!

Children and an adult work together to plant a tree near a playground.

Children gather around a young tree, preparing to plant it in the soil.

Carey Junior High students host dance group

Carey Junior High welcomed Las Angelitas Unidas dance group in celebration of Cinco de Mayo!

Dancers in vibrant, layered skirts perform on a stage with a black curtain backdrop.

Johnson Junior High holds year-end showcase

Johnson Junior High hosted an end-of-year showcase for families of current students and incoming sixth graders.

The showcase highlighted all the accomplishments achieved this year and allowed attendees to learn about different clubs and classes offered at Johnson.

Three students stand in front of a large screen displaying "STUDENT COUNCIL" with a flame graphic.

Two young musicians smile while holding cellos in a rehearsal room.

South High jazz band performs for AARP Cheyenne

South High's jazz band performed during a recent AARP Cheyenne Community Group Meeting!

Thank you for sharing your talents throughout our community.

A group of seniors are seated at round tables in a brightly lit room, some looking towards the front.

A diverse group of students plays various brass and woodwind instruments in a band practice.

Excellence In Our Schools

Ramon Andrade, Assistant Head Custodian at Carey Junior High, is recognized for the May Board Employee Spotlight.

Ramon Andrade receives May Board Employee Spotlight

Ramon Andrade, the assistant head custodian at Carey Junior High, has been selected for the Board Employee Spotlight for the month of May.

Andrade has been a Laramie County School District 1 (LCSD1) employee for 38 years. He is known for leadership and dedication, ensuring facilities are safe, clean and welcoming to students and staff every day.

During the 2023-2024 school year, Andrade was selected as the LSCD1 District Support Person of the Year.

“His exceptional work ethic, technical expertise, and ability to lead and mentor others have earned him widespread respect,” Custodial Services Supervisor Michael Kimmel said.

Alta Vista Elementary named a 2026 National Gold Star School

Alta Vista Elementary was recently named a 2026 National Gold Star School by the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP), a national recognition honoring schools that demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation and dedication to student success.

Alta Vista is one of 57 schools in the nation to receive this recognition in the award’s inaugural year. Congratulations!

A teacher guides young students reading books at a classroom table.

Saddle Ridge recognizes America 250

Saddle Ridge Elementary second graders received awards for their America 250 bookmark submissions!

A group of smiling children proudly hold up "AMERICA 250 Certificate of Achievement" awards in a classroom.

LCSD1 holds RIDE Celebration of Learning Event

LCSD1 held a Celebration of Learning event for the fifth cohort of Gov. Mark Gordon's RIDE initiative. Teachers and students presented their projects and shared why performance assessments are beneficial.

A teacher showcases a biology lesson during the RIDE celebration.

A diverse group of people are seated in chairs, attentively listening to a presentation in a room decorated with school pennants.

East High School rolls out the blue carpet

East High rolled out the blue carpet for the school's first Nestpys, an awards ceremony celebrating T-Bird athletes, teams and coaches for their incredible accomplishments achieved throughout this year.

Thank you to East's Athletic Director Jerry Schlabs and all the staff for such a fun and memorable night for East Athletics.

Young men in suits walk down a blue carpet under a balloon arch.

An awards ceremony is underway on a stage with a large screen displaying "The 2026 Nestpys Cheyenne East Athletic Awards."

LCSD1 Student of the Week

Parent Updates

A graphic displays "Feedback" in a speech bubble, alongside "LCSD1 COMMUNITY SURVEY" text.

LCSD1 feedback through community survey

Parents/guardians and community members,

There is still time to fill out the annual LCSD1 Community Feedback Survey. This survey provides LCSD1 with valuable feedback and information to inform areas of success and areas that may need additional focus for improvement.

To take the survey, visit: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/.../familyandcommu.../surveys

The survey will be open until May 22, 2026. We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Graduation is next week! Ceremony dates and times are listed below.

Thursday, May 28, Storey Gymnasium, 2811 House Ave.

4 p.m., Triumph High

Friday, May 29, Frontier Park, 1230 W. 8th Ave.

9 a.m., East High School
1 p.m., Central High School
5 p.m., South High School

To accommodate picture opportunities for family and friends, each high school campus will be open immediately following graduation.

2026 Graduation ceremony details for Laramie County School District 1.

Summer Food Service Program begins in June

Please see the revised dates for our Summer Food Service Program.

South High

Monday-Thursday

June 15-July 16

Breakfast: 8:15-8:45 a.m.

LCCC

Monday-Friday

June 8-Aug. 7

Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Meals will not be available on July 3 and 22.

The meals, which are free for anyone 18 years old and under, will be provided at South High School and Laramie County Community College, parking lot E. Meals must be eaten on site. Grab-and-go meals will not be provided.

For more information, call 771-2440

Poster announcing Laramie County School District 1's Summer Food Service Program with program details.

Board of Trustees meeting

The next Board of Trustees meeting will be held on Monday, June 1 at 6 p.m. A work session will be held at 5:30 p.m. The meeting can be attended in person or via Zoom. It will also be livestreamed on YouTube. For more information about the Board of Trustees and for virtual meeting links visit https://www.laramie1.org/board-of-trustees