Laura Byassee is a Math and Science Instructional Facilitator at Wynne Junior High School in Wynne, Arkansas, with 33 years of experience in education. Throughout her career, she has served students and educators in a variety of roles, including special education, kindergarten, sixth-grade mathematics, inclusion, instructional coaching, and school leadership. In her current role, Laura leads professional learning communities, supports teachers through instructional coaching and lesson design, analyzes student achievement data, and develops targeted interventions to accelerate student growth. She is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences, strengthening teacher capacity, and ensuring that every student has an opportunity to experience success. Laura also helps lead innovative initiatives at Wynne Junior High, including the school's SWARM Summit, Student Council, School of Innovation experiences, and conservation and STEM-focused learning opportunities.