Laramie County School District 2

Southeast Wyoming has been rocked by a winter storm that has plunged temperatures well into the sub-zero range and created poor travel conditions.

Local law enforcement agencies are once again partnering with Laramie County schools to make Christmas a little brighter for kids in need.

Laramie County School District 2 is seeking input from patrons on whether or not they support the alternative four-day student calendar.

Laramie County School District 2 Superintendent Jon Abrams says rumors about school closing at Thanksgiving and not opening up until after Christmas are not true.

Because all students and staff are now wearing masks, LCSD2 is now allowing parents to enter their children's schools and participate in their activities.

A student at Burns Junior/Senior High School has tested positive for COVID-19, Laramie County School District 2 announced over the weekend.

Due to the number of COVID-19 situations in Laramie County, students and staff in District 2 are now being required to wear masks throughout the day.

Eleven students at Carpenter Elementary and 72 students at Pine Bluffs Elementary have been quarantined after a staff member at each school tested positive for COVID-19.

Mayor Orr says the city is willing to let both school districts in Laramie County hold delayed graduation ceremonies at any city venue free of charge.

All Laramie County School District #2 schools will be closed to students beginning Monday, March 16, through at least Friday, April 3, due to the coronavirus.