University of Wyoming Lab School

Schools That Work

University of Wyoming Lab School

Public, Suburban

Grades K–9

Laramie, WY

University of Wyoming Lab School, a K–9 demonstration school that partnered with the University of Wyoming School of Education, modeled the benefits of professional development for both teachers and students.

Academically outperformed 84% of elementary schools in Wyoming in 2016.
Charter member of the League of Democratic Schools and a 2014 Ashoka Changemaker School.
In 2017, 12 Lab School students received Wyoming Congressional Awards for achievement.

Editor’s Note: After 135 years in operation, the Lab School closed for good in June of 2025 when they could no longer occupy their building on the campus of the University of Wyoming. Learn more about the decision in this article from Wyoming Public Media.

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Professional Learning

3 Ways to Unlock the Wisdom of Colleagues

Sometimes the best ideas are inside your own school. Here are three thoughtful practices to find—and share—inspiration from your peers.

Suzie Boss

Assessment
60-Second Strategy: Interview Assessments
A face-to-face chat provides an alternative for students who struggle to show what they know on tests.
Classroom Management
60-Second Strategy: Equity Sticks
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Professional Learning
Learning Walks: Structured Observation for Teachers
Brief visits to several classrooms give teachers a chance to reflect on a variety of practices.
Teacher Collaboration
A Mentoring Strategy for Preservice Teachers
Teacher candidates at the University of Wyoming Lab School co-teach with veterans to learn about planning, instruction, and assessment.

Schools That Work

University of Wyoming Lab School

3 Ways to Unlock the Wisdom of Colleagues

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60-Second Strategy: Equity Sticks

Learning Walks: Structured Observation for Teachers

A Mentoring Strategy for Preservice Teachers

60-Second Strategy: Interview Assessments