YSD Stories
Do you have a story to share that highlights the wonderful learning happening in our classrooms, achievements by staff and students, or activities happening around our schools? Email us at ysd-communityrelations@ysd7.org. Don't forget to include the story and some great photos!
![College and Career Readiness with Costco]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711746106/yakimaschoolsorg/lhwltu2sv7tmhkzzobaz/1000015280.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711746106/yakimaschoolsorg/lhwltu2sv7tmhkzzobaz/1000015280.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711746106/yakimaschoolsorg/lhwltu2sv7tmhkzzobaz/1000015280.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711746106/yakimaschoolsorg/lhwltu2sv7tmhkzzobaz/1000015280.jpg","width":1024}])
Stanton Academy students recently explored career opportunities and life skills at Costco.
![YV-Tech Shines Bright: Celebrating SkillsUSA State Success]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1711745901/yakimaschoolsorg/gmnvunom7dxda8klpdwc/SkillsUSA_YVTECH.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to YV-Tech's Stars at SkillsUSA State! Our talented students have shone brightly, bringing home a total of 15 medalists across various categories!
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Meet Leianna Soterakopoulos, a Davis High School student who isn’t afraid to step up to the plate.
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The Yakima School District announces hosting rights for the WIAA State Track & Field Championships for the next four years, attributing success to community support and the approval of a levy that, while not directly funding the bid, enables the necessary volunteer and district resource support.
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Davis High School students placed in various categories at this year’s WTSA state conference.
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NBA star MarJon Beauchamp surprised students with gifts and autographs during a recent visit.
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PNWU’s Roots to Wings program visited YV-Tech to bring a glimpse of the health science opportunities available.
![Strong Mind, Healthy Heart]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1710172529/yakimaschoolsorg/wksxh8zkhz5k1pliccyp/IMG_6725.jpg","width":2200}])
Students in the Migrant Education Program recently attended a wellness day event at ESD 105
![Andrew Espindola Selected To Serve As Principal For Franklin Middle School Beginning July 1, 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708463387/yakimaschoolsorg/fcgcx7kvlv32mtcu3gsj/unnamed6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708463387/yakimaschoolsorg/fcgcx7kvlv32mtcu3gsj/unnamed6.png","width":274}])
The Yakima School District is proud to announce that beginning July 1, 2024, Andrew Espindola will serve as Principal of Franklin Middle School (pending school board approval).
![Eisenhower's Chad Quesnell Champions College and Career Readiness for Special Education Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707503550/yakimaschoolsorg/rkswda6fsqt7p8shtchi/CHADQUESNELL.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707503550/yakimaschoolsorg/rkswda6fsqt7p8shtchi/CHADQUESNELL.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707503550/yakimaschoolsorg/rkswda6fsqt7p8shtchi/CHADQUESNELL.jpg","width":640}])
Chad Quesnell, our esteemed Career and College Readiness Specialist at Eisenhower High School, wrote an insightful article featured in eSchoolNews that sheds light on the importance of supporting special education students in their college and career readiness journey.
![Stanton Academy’s Final Quarter 2 Projects Inspire Creativity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707243942/yakimaschoolsorg/ytr1siwsvgfigx70nfau/ac6e32902d575bcf09cc8c2823a9685a1445186c.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707243942/yakimaschoolsorg/ytr1siwsvgfigx70nfau/ac6e32902d575bcf09cc8c2823a9685a1445186c.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707243942/yakimaschoolsorg/ytr1siwsvgfigx70nfau/ac6e32902d575bcf09cc8c2823a9685a1445186c.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1707243942/yakimaschoolsorg/ytr1siwsvgfigx70nfau/ac6e32902d575bcf09cc8c2823a9685a1445186c.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707243942/yakimaschoolsorg/ytr1siwsvgfigx70nfau/ac6e32902d575bcf09cc8c2823a9685a1445186c.png","width":1500}])
Stanton Academy students create delicious cookie batter, design vinyl logos, and create airbrushed masterpieces at the end of their 2nd quarter.
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Students and families gathered at Robertson Elementary School for family BINGO night
![Becoming Academically Excellent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1706806910/yakimaschoolsorg/pv8emcb3wojwth68ebml/50ea1666b987c6fdba48222c4a0a7829b60bcb36_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1706806910/yakimaschoolsorg/pv8emcb3wojwth68ebml/50ea1666b987c6fdba48222c4a0a7829b60bcb36_1.png","width":390}])
Meet Ofelia Andring, a Yakima Online student who’s figuring out the formula for academic success.
![Saving the Planet, One Bin at a Time]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1706641525/yakimaschoolsorg/owqnrxj1xdodlmtwddup/thumb-f568f90261ec9985356fba51dec485b9.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1706641525/yakimaschoolsorg/owqnrxj1xdodlmtwddup/thumb-f568f90261ec9985356fba51dec485b9.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1706641525/yakimaschoolsorg/owqnrxj1xdodlmtwddup/thumb-f568f90261ec9985356fba51dec485b9.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1706641525/yakimaschoolsorg/owqnrxj1xdodlmtwddup/thumb-f568f90261ec9985356fba51dec485b9.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1706641525/yakimaschoolsorg/owqnrxj1xdodlmtwddup/thumb-f568f90261ec9985356fba51dec485b9.jpg","width":1400}])
Garfield’s Recycling Club is keeping their school and their environment clean!
![Winter Coat Donation Brings Warmth and Smiles]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1706641089/yakimaschoolsorg/gfrghszjmfhnnangorfy/unnamed14.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1706641089/yakimaschoolsorg/gfrghszjmfhnnangorfy/unnamed14.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1706641089/yakimaschoolsorg/gfrghszjmfhnnangorfy/unnamed14.jpg","width":689}])
A national law firm recently donated winter coats to Barge-Lincoln Elementary students!
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The students of McClure Elementary experienced a memorable day filled with literary excitement as a published author visited, sharing her book "I Smile at the Sun" and hosting a fun "Poetry-in-Pajamas" family night.
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The Health & Wellness Education Center organized a free vaccine clinic for students and families.
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Superintendent Greene visited and learned with MLK Jr. Elementary staff and students.
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Barge-Lincoln staff and students left a positive impression on Superintendent Greene during his latest site visit.
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Eisenhower’s student body president and principal addressed the crowd at the MLK Jr. Celebration.