Bringing Computer Science to the youth of Fremont County, Wyoming

Welcome to Wind River Cyber Academy, an organization committed to providing comprehensive computer science education to students in Fremont County, Wyoming. At Wind River Cyber Academy, we believe that every student should have access to high-quality computer science education regardless of their background, socio-economic status, or geographic location. We are dedicated to creating a learning environment that inspires and prepares students for the ever-evolving technological landscape of the 21st century. Our mission is to provide hands-on, interactive learning experiences that empower students to develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in today’s digital age. We are proud to serve the communities of Fremont County and to help prepare our students for the future. Thank you for your interest in Wind River Cyber Academy!

Summer Camps

Tuition: $225

Summer of 2023 we will be bringing 6 summer code camps to Fremont county. We will have two one-week camps for Web development, a one-week camp for JavaScript, a one-week camp for Python coding, and two one-week camps for cyber security from Cyber Patriot. Check back often for more information.

After School

Free for Most

During the 2022/2023 school year we sponsored the RoboTigers First Tech Challenge.  Many thanks to Wyhoming Indian Schools for getting our Robotics program off the ground.  While this season has ended, next season we will be looking for any students within Feremont County to join our robotics program.

Comptia Certification

From $379

CompTIA is the industry standard certification issuer.  We will provide our students the neccessary skills and knowledge to pass the Exams.  We offer A+, Network+, Security+, and Pentest+ crash courses.

Equity in CS and CS for All!

Providing Native American high school students with CompTIA certification can be a step towards creating equity in computer science. CompTIA certifications are widely recognized in the IT industry and can help students gain valuable skills and knowledge that are highly sought after by employers. By offering this certification to Native American students, they are given an opportunity to level the playing field and gain access to the same opportunities as their non-Native American counterparts. Additionally, providing Native American students with the opportunity to earn a CompTIA certification can help to increase diversity in the computer science field. The lack of diversity in the technology industry has been well documented, and efforts to increase diversity are critical to addressing the industry’s skill shortage and creating a more inclusive and equitable industry. However, it is important to note that offering a certification alone may not be enough to create true equity in computer science. Other factors, such as access to quality education, resources, and mentorship, must also be addressed to ensure that Native American students are given the tools they need to succeed in the field.

There are several ways that Native Americans can work towards achieving equity in computer science:

  • Increasing representation: Native Americans are underrepresented in the technology industry, including computer science. Encouraging and supporting Native American students to pursue computer science education and careers can increase representation and provide role models for future generations.
  • Culturally responsive education: Incorporating Native American perspectives and knowledge into computer science education can help make it more culturally responsive and relevant to Native American students.
  • Building networks: Developing networks and partnerships with Native American communities, organizations, and businesses can help build a pipeline for Native American students to enter the technology industry.
  • Providing resources: Providing resources, such as scholarships, mentorship, and internship opportunities, can help remove financial barriers and provide access to real-world experience in the technology industry.
  • Advocating for policies: Advocating for policies that support equity in education and the workforce, such as affirmative action and diversity initiatives, can help address systemic inequalities and provide opportunities for Native Americans in computer science and technology.
  • It is important to recognize that achieving equity in computer science will require long-term and sustained efforts from individuals, communities, and organizations.

Donations are tax deductable, WRCA is a 501(c)(iii) corporation