The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
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Almost a hundred seventh graders from across the county convened in Sundance last week for a day of learning about civics. Elected officials were on hand to introduce the students to the functions of local government and the impact each office will have on their adult lives. Arranged by Sara Fleenor, 4-H Educator, and educators from each of the three schools, the field trip included visits to each of the county offices, as well as the museum. The visit began with a welcome speech from Sundance...
The Moorcroft Secondary Wood Shop class presented the Moorcroft Elementary with this “M” they made! They made it from the old bleachers in the High School gym. What a wonderful gift to have received and with such sentimental value. Pictured are: Landon Anderson, Mark Beasley, Kenneth Blakeman, Judson Daniels, Brice Duxbury, Sean Gose, Tate Gromann, Olivia Jones, Ayden Keller-Decoteau, Cruiz Martinez, Cruzen Ray, Bronson Sasse, Levi Swaney, Craig Townley, Mali Waliezer, Brynn Wendling, Del...
Moorcroft's secondary students were dressed in green and white with smiles and laughter as they decorated floats and loaded candy last Thursday afternoon for the Wolves' Homecoming Parade. As the procession began, rodeo royalty led, riding their horses and carrying flags, followed by those of the Homecoming Court and Grand Marshal Monte Reichenberg . The band marched with horns and drums announcing the celebration to all as the parade came through town....
This year's crowning of Braizyn Humpal and Natalie Scribner as king and queen kicked off Homecoming. The court included Trenton Sheehan, Chaz Dewey, Wyatt Cook, Rebekah Anderson, Clarissa Moebius, Aurora Studie and crown bearers Houston Jenkins and Kendal Albertson....
Moorcroft FFA hosted its annual branding night. This year they offered families to brand the doors of the barn and/or three different cow hides. They also did a little special event for all the new FFA members by "branding" them with yellow paint. Turnout was amazing! The families got together and served great sides that paired with the steak that was donated to the chapter....
The Moorcroft Secondary Booster Club donated their time and materials to paint bright green wolf prints down the road to the football field. That way visitors and home team supporters had an easy way to know how to get to the field. The Booster Club painted wolf paws a few years ago down the same road but due to time it has faded, but now they are bright green and easy to follow. Pictured are Krista Terry, Katie Gray, Lynsey Gray and Kaylee Buckner. Serena Buckner and Kaylee Terry also helped...
Crook County School District (CCSD) continues to fare well in meeting the state's performance expectations, including across-the-board proficiency results assessment that are higher than the average for the state in this year's WY-TOPP assessments. At the elementary and middle school level, Sundance Elementary and Moorcroft Elementary are both exceeding expectations this year, according to the latest Wyoming Department of Education data. Hulett School is meeting expectations. All three schools...
Active shooter training isn’t just about school safety. It’s for anyone and everyone who would like to know more about how to protect themselves in a dangerous situation. For this reason, Crook County Sheriff’s Office offers its Critical Incident Response Training to any interested member of the public and is hosting sessions in each of the four municipalities. The events are open to anyone and Moorcroft’s will take place on October 24, beginning at 4 p.m. in the old school library room of the Moorcroft Town Center. The class is expecte...
Moorcroft's elementary and high schools will welcome numerous members of staff this year, including five at the senior level and seven for the younger students. Moorcroft Elementary School Cyndi Axe "I am from San Bernardino, CA. I earned my masters degree in teaching from California Baptist University in Riverside, CA. "This is my 23rd year teaching, with most of my experience being in early childhood education (pre-k, TK, kindergarten and second grade.) I love working with littles! "I have...
Crook County School District #1 has announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program, and/or School Breakfast Program. Each school and the office of the Crook County School District have a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The following household size and income criteria will be used for determining eligibility. Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or...
Crook County School District #1 recently held their Wyoming State-required six hours of training in Sundance. All bus drivers and substitute drivers attended. Trainings this year included Suicide Intervention and Behavior Management, provided by the Campbell County Transportation Department. Other items covered at the training included district policies and online trainings. Several bus drivers received pins and plaques from the Wyoming Pupil Transportation Association for their years of...
Moorcroft’s Parent Action Committee (PAC) started nearly 13 years ago with teachers and parents joining forces in planning, organizing and facilitating activities beyond the classroom. However, with only two remaining members, the committee is looking at disbanding. This possibility impacts the entire community as PAC is responsible for many of the events folks have become accustomed to enjoying with their kids. There have been many activities over the years, but the most recognized are Frozen Food and T-Shirt sales, providing merchandise f...
With classes back in session Tuesday, Moorcroft’s schools enjoyed an open house Monday, welcoming new and returning students with informal introductions to their classrooms and teachers. A more formal address from principal Lori Enright and her teachers was held in the gymnasium for the parents, too. Youngster played in the air-filled bouncy slide and tunnels outside, with drinks available throughout the afternoon, as well. This year sees 332 students attending the MK6 and 292, Moorcroft S...
Eastern Wyoming College held the 74th annual commencement for candidates on May 12, 2023 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. There were 171 graduates. The graduates from the Fall 2022, Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 semesters include Adelita Wegner from Moorcroft and Echo Miller from Sundance....
The University of Wyoming accorded degrees upon the following students from Crook County at the completion of the 2023 spring semester. The following degrees may be included on this list: BA (Bachelor of Arts); BS (Bachelor of Science); BSB (Bachelor of Science in Business); BSME (Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering); BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing); MA (Master of Arts); and MS (Master of Science). Students are: Payson Grace Birkeland BSB and Caelah Crago BA of Aladdin; Korina Anne Moria Ike MA and Tracen Mills BSME of Hulett;...
The University of Wyoming lists six students from Crook County on the 2023 spring semester President’s Honor Roll. The President’s Honor Roll consists of regularly enrolled undergraduates who earned a 4.0 (“A”) grade-point average for the semester. To be eligible, students must have been enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours taken for letter grades. Students are: Alessandro Mastrovito of Hulett; Tianne M. Fischbach, Daylie M. Fuller and Audrey Lynn Merwin of Moorcroft; Ella S. Bifulco and Sherry Negaard of Sundance. The University of Wyom...
The University of Wyoming lists six students from Crook County on the 2023 spring semester President’s Honor Roll. The President’s Honor Roll consists of regularly enrolled undergraduates who earned a 4.0 (“A”) grade-point average for the semester. To be eligible, students must have been enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours taken for letter grades. Students are: Alessandro Mastrovito of Hulett; Tianne M. Fischbach, Daylie M. Fuller and Audrey Lynn Merwin of Moorcroft; Ella S. Bifulco and Sherry Negaard of Sundance....
Chadron State College has announced the names of students who qualified for the institution’s Spring 2023 academic honors lists. Tia Cranston of Moorcroft is among the students with a 4.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. To qualify, students must have completed 45 credit hours, be enrolled in 12 credit hours of coursework, be seeking their first bachelor’s degree and have no incomplete grades during the semester....
Laramie County Community College is proud to announce the list of students earning a place on the vice president’s honor roll. Students on the vice president’s honor roll have earned a cumulative 3.5-3.74 GPA. Moorcroft’s Anna Bossman appears on the vice president’s honor roll....
Sheridan College is pleased to recognize students named to its honor rolls for the spring 2023 semester. Sheridan College has three honor roll lists: the President’s Honor Roll, Vice President’s Honor Roll and the Part-Time Honor Roll. There were 69 Sheridan College students named to the President’s Honor Roll and earned a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester with 12 or more credit hours. The Vice President’s Honor Roll includes 86 Sheridan College students who earned at least a 3.5 GPA or above for the semester with 12 or more credit hours....
Western Dakota Technical College congratulates the 240 students named to the Spring Semester 2023 Dean’s List. To qualify, students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for a minimum of 12 credit hours in a given semester. Lanee Powers of Pine Haven is on the Dean’s List. She is studying Business and Technology....
The Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation (WyFB) awarded $5500 in college scholarships to nine young Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation members for the 2023-24 school year. “Investing in the youth of our great state as they work to accomplish their academic goals is important to the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation,” said Todd Fornstrom, WyFB President. “We are proud to honor these outstanding individuals with college scholarships to play a small part in helping them achieve their goals.” The Livingston-King Scholarship, valued at $1500, is given in honor o...
With the end of another school year and no more work, kids played and enjoyed the beautiful springtime weather on the Moorcroft football field last week. With golf, go carts, football toss and many other games available, the laughter and excitement was contagious....
Several local horseback riders trotted through Moorcroft on their way to school last Thursday morning with parents pulling horse trailers behind as these high school students celebrated the last week of school in this time-honored tradition....
Moorcroft Elementary May Wolves of the Month, back row left to right: Craig Townley, Joani Charlson, Kimberly Burch, Braydon Wells; middle row: Elwyn Troyer, Lily Swaney, Lincoln Stephens, Lillian Schmeusser, Addielle Roberts; front: Mercer Anderson, Emberley Schrock, Elias Jordan....
