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The first public school opened on July 8, 1870 with eight pupils. Today's enrollment averages just under 3,800. Curriculum guides for each course, subject and grade level are continuously being developed and updated by a task force of educators and parents. Areas of emphasis are determined by the dictates of the community, students, teachers, administrators, and sound financial management. The goals of achieving both educational excellence and a strong competitive co-curricular program of activities go hand in hand in the Evanston School Community.
Evanston athletic teams are often contenders in State play-offs. During the past few years, several athletic teams have won State Championships. The Evanston School Community boast award winning bands and choirs, drama groups, and speech and debate teams.
DISTRICT FACILITIES
Uinta County School District Number One currently operates one high school, two middle schools, and four elementary schools amounting to a total of 687,510 square feet of educational space. The facilities are kept attractive by a full staff of custodial, maintenance and grounds experts.
TRANSPORTATION
The Evanston School Community has a fleet of approximately 33 buses to provide transportation for many students and to support the educational system. These buses accommodate an average of 1,714 students riding about 1,450 miles each day. The Transportation Coordinator supervises a staff of more than 37 employees, including 19 regular bus drivers. Each driver receives a minimum of 40 hours of training each year. The District provides a program for driver certification. Each bus is equipped with a VHF radio which allows for immediate contact with the Transportation Center, the Educational Service Center, and other buses in the event of an emergency and to help coordinate services.
FOOD SERVICE
The District Food Service Department takes great pride in the Central Kitchen from which they operate. They are able to prepare and satellite an average of 3,100 student and adult breakfasts and lunches daily. They have a staff of 36 people who take a sincere interest in your children and the meals they serve. They satellite to six schools, four elementary and two middle schools. The hot breakfast and lunch program is provided for the benefit and convenience of students and their parents. Free and Reduced meals are available to students who qualify. Applications are available in each school office or through the Educational Service Center.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
| Craig Tysse ..................Chairperson |
Don George .................Trustee |
| Kendra West ................Vice-Chairman |
Starla Hutchinson .........Trustee |
| Mike Davis ...................Treasurer |
Sherry Johnson ............Trustee |
Linda Cummings .......... Clerk |
Clayton Thomas ...........Trustee |
| Bob Faddis ...................Trustee |
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ADMINISTRATION
Superintendent ....................................................Dr. M.R. Baldwin
Asst. Supt. for Human Resources ........................Brad Jacobson
Asst. Supt. for Curriculum & Instruction ................Wayne Dennis
Business Manager ...............................................Rory Hamblin
Special Education/Student Services ......................Glenna Calmes
Activities Director ................................................Kay Fackrell
Food Service Coordinator .....................................Judy Rossmeisl
Facilities & Maintenance Director ..........................Lance Johnson
Technology Director .............................................Patrick Rooney
Transportation Coordinator ...................................John Currie
MAILING ADDRESS FOR ALL BUILDINGS
P. O. Box 6002
Evanston, WY 82931-6002
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER
537 Tenth Street
789-7571 |
LIFELONG LEARNING CENTER
336 Summit Street
789-5742 |
MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES
937 Summit Street
789-7571 |
TRANSPORTATION
2334 Yellow Creek Road
789-6216 |
SCHOOL DIRECTORY
ASPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
225 Broken Circle Drive
789-3106 |
CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
600 13th Street
789-2833 |
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
500 Cedar Street
789-7658 |
UINTA MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
90 Cheyenne Drive
789-8098 |
DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL
837 No Name Street
789-8096 |
EVANSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL
341 Summit Street
789-5499 |
EVANSTON HIGH SCHOOL
701 W. Cheyenne Drive
789-7658 |
Alternative High School
336 Summit Street |
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