Dr. Walters outlines vision for Wyoming's education systems at Green River forum

The Sweetwater County School District held a community forum on March 15, 2025, to discuss the candidacy of Annette Walters for the position of superintendent. The meeting began with an introduction from the moderator, who outlined the evening's agenda, which included a question-and-answer session with the candidate.

The forum was structured to allow panelists to ask questions, with each panelist permitted two questions. The candidate, Dr. Walters, was given three minutes to respond to each question, followed by five minutes for closing remarks. The moderator emphasized the importance of time management during the session, indicating that a yellow card would signal 30 seconds remaining for answers, while a red card would indicate the end of the allotted time.

The first question was posed by Joel Levis, the director of business development for industrial systems consulting and president of the Southwest Wyoming Manufacturing Partnership. He inquired about Dr. Walters' vision for the future of Wyoming's education systems and the steps she would take to prepare the district for upcoming changes.

Dr. Walters began her response by addressing the latter part of the question first, indicating her commitment to understanding and adapting to the evolving educational landscape in Wyoming. The discussion continued with various panelists posing questions, allowing Dr. Walters to elaborate on her educational philosophy and strategies for enhancing student outcomes.

The forum provided a platform for community engagement, with several questions submitted online, although some were deemed unsuitable as they pertained to only one candidate. The evening concluded with Dr. Walters' closing remarks, summarizing her vision and goals for the Sweetwater County School District.

Overall, the community forum served as an informative session for stakeholders to learn about Dr. Walters' qualifications and her plans for the future of education in the region. The district aims to foster a collaborative environment as it moves forward in selecting a new superintendent.