PTSB Board

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The PTSB Board

As per WS 21-2-801, PTSB Board members are appointed by the state superintendent and the governor. Each member serves a term of four years and is limited to two terms.

AppointeePositionLocation
Jon VanOverbeke (Board Chair)Elementary TeacherCheyenne
Joseph MartinezSecondary TeacherLusk
VacantSecondary Teacher
Sharon SeatonSecondary TeacherGreen River
Christa BuhlerAuxiliary Professional ServicesPowell
Jenna ShimUW - Dean - College of EducationLaramie
Astrid Northrup (Secretary)Community CollegePowell
Staci HIllSchool Board MemberDouglas
Katie McCueElementary TeacherCody
Teresa ChaulkCentral Office AdminDiamondville
Mariah Learned (Vice Chair)Secondary PrincipalLaramie
Ryan FuhrmanElementary PrincipalSheridan
Alan BussApproved ProgramsLaramie

Our Role

The Professional Teaching Standards Board has been authorized by the Wyoming state legislature to:

  • Develop rules and regulations for the licensure of teachers, administrators, and other school personnel
  • Set licensing and other fees related to the licensure process
  • Approve teacher education programs
  • Respond to disciplinary action as needed
  • Enter into reciprocity agreements with other states – WY has reciprocity with all states on an “equal exchange” basis.

Upcoming Board Meetings

By statute, the Board meets quarterly. The PTSB office located in Cheyenne, WY, is the official location in the absence of any other selected location. PTSB meetings may be held virtually.

By resolution, the PTSB has scheduled the following special meetings:

Special Board Meeting – None scheduled at this time.

By resolution, the PTSB has scheduled the following regular meetings:

Regular Board Meeting – April 20, 2026, via Google Meet; Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM.

Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes

 

Need access to past Board Minutes? Please contact our office at (307)777-7291 or for copies of historical records.

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Board meeting minutes from 2026