The Wyoming Department of Education received a $12,988,909 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The grant was awarded under the Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program (CFDA 84.367) to increase student academic achievement consistent with challenging state academic standards and improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders. Funding will support these objectives from July 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023 as the Wyoming Department of Education delivers services to local educational agencies throughout the state. Key services provided through this award to local agencies include professional development, instructional support, and other programs to enhance teacher and leader effectiveness and enable all students to meet state academic standards.