College and Career Readiness at Western

Earning a High School Equivalency Certificate can change your life!
Attend an orientation in Rock Springs:
Mon. August 10th at 10am
Wed. August 12th at 1pm
Mon. August 17th at 10am- if seats are still available

Learn more about getting started: https://loom.ly/VpHfPsU

The impact of earning a high school equivalency reaches far beyond the classroom.

It's confidence.
It's opportunity.
It's believing in yourself.
And sometimes, it's inspiring the next generation.

We're honored to celebrate stories like this one and the determination behind every HiSET journey.

High School Equivalency
Mandatory New Student Orientation (Rock Springs campus)

Monday, August 10th at 10AM
Wednesday, August 12th at 1PM
Monday, August 17th at 10AM (only if seats are still available)

Learn how to get started: https://loom.ly/VpHfPsU

Ready to earn your high school equivalency and build a real plan for what’s next?

Our College & Career Readiness Program (for ages 16+) supports you from day one:

Start strong: Pre-testing, attend 4 days/week, build literacy, and gain direction and confidence.

Discover possibilities: Explore your interests and get exposure to local industries—see what jobs really look like.

Understand pathways: Learn education, training, certifications, college, and workforce options—and how careers connect to training.

Make informed decisions: Compare realistic choices and focus on what works for you right now.

Set goals: Map your next steps and prepare with HiSET Official Practice Testing.

Build employability skills: Decision-making and practical planning while working toward your High School Equivalency (HSEC).

Move forward: Transition into college/training programs or the workforce.

If you’re ready to take the next step, we’re ready to help you get there. Visit our website to learn how to get started: https://loom.ly/VpHfPsU

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALANCY
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (Rock Springs campus)

Monday August 10th at 10AM
Wednesday August 12th at 1PM
Monday August 17th at 10AM (only if seats are still available)

To enroll:
You must attend an orientation.
Schedule and complete your TABE pre-tests (4-6 hours to finish).
You must complete both 1 and 2 before scheduling classes.
Driver's license or State ID, Social Security card, $20 fee
Testing has to be completed NO LATER THAN August 18th to join Fall Instruction.

August 19th & 20th is a mandatory StartSmart class
August 24th begins regular instruction.

Class Schedule – Fall and Spring Morning Instruction
Classes are Monday to Thursday from 9 AM to 1 PM.
9:00AM Reading
10:00AM Language
11:00AM Math
12:00PM Career Class

Attendance Requirements:
You need to attend at least 75% of the classes. If you do not attend regularly, you will be asked to leave until the next session begins.

Can’t Make Daytime Classes?
We offer a class on Wednesday night beginning September 9th at 5pm.

For more information: https://loom.ly/VpHfPsU

Getting Started Getting Started

Do you need to get your High School Equivalency? We can help! Attend our orientation on Monday, May 18th at 10:00 to get started! Go to our website for details: https://www.westernwyoming.edu/academics/support-services/ccr/getting-started.php

Thank you Sweetwater NOW for helping us celebrate our 2026 HSEC graduates!

Congratulations, Graduates! Thank you Rocket Miner Newspaper for being there to document their achievements!

Please join us in celebrating our graduates!
High School Equivalency Graduation
at Western Wyoming Community College
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00pm, Western Theatre

Embrace the next step towards your future—join us for our Summer Session! We can't wait to see you at one of the mandatory orientations: May 18th or 26th at 10:00. Classes will run May 19 - June 30th, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00-1:00. Explore all the exciting details here: https://loom.ly/VpHfPsU

We have yet another instructor award! Michelle Schutten received the Purposeful Passion award at our annual Western Celebrations, which honors the incredible employees who make our campus such a special place.

Her nomination read as follows:
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"I am honored to nominate Michelle Schutten for the Purposeful Passion Award. She embodies the very heart of our college’s mission—to empower, educate, and inspire all communities. Through her work in adult education, she does exactly that, while truly living our motto: enter with passion, leave with purpose.
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In her work helping adult learners achieve their high school equivalency, she goes far beyond traditional instruction. Recognizing that many of her students face real-life barriers—illness, childcare challenges, and unpredictable schedules—she refused to let those obstacles define their success. Instead, she identified a gap and took initiative to bridge it in an innovative and impactful way.
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She created a YouTube channel to ensure students could continue learning anytime, anywhere. What began as a solution for her own classroom has grown into a powerful educational resource, reaching learners not only locally but across the country. Her videos not only support her students but have extended far beyond her classroom. Her work is even being utilized in correctional education, where instructors rely on her content to teach inmates via Zoom—expanding access to education for populations who need it most.
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Her impact has also gained recognition at the national level. At COABE, adult education’s national conference, colleagues and educators recognize her contributions, a testament to the meaningful difference she is making in adult education and preparing students for the next steps in their educational journey.
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Beyond her innovation, she brings unmatched energy, compassion, and authenticity to her work. She creates a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students feel seen, valued, and capable of success. Her passion is evident in every interaction, and her commitment to her students is unwavering. If you don’t believe me, go watch one of her 371 YouTube videos!
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She does more than teach—she inspires. She empowers individuals to believe in themselves and equips them with the tools to create better futures, truly helping build a better Wyoming.
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For her creativity, dedication, and profound impact, I cannot think of a more deserving candidate for this award."