YSD Stories
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A heartfelt Thank You to Maverick Gaming and their program "Maverick Cares"
Posted by Sara Cordova on 11/23/2020This Thanksgiving season, Maverick Cares donated Thanksgiving meals for 20 of our Yakima School District Families! We are grateful for their generosity and thoughtfulness this holiday season. We also want to thank our Yakima Police Department for coordinating this effort. We appreciate you!
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The Yakima School District Is Accepting Referrals For Students Into The Highly Capable Program
Posted by Ashley LaRiviere on 11/13/2020The Yakima School District is accepting referrals for students in kindergarten through 11th grade for consideration into the Highly Capable Program.If you would like to refer a child that fits this description, please complete a Referral Packet at https://www.ysd7.org/domain/22 by Friday, January 29, 2021.Children who demonstrate exceptional ability, exceed grade-level standards in literacy and/or math (or have the potential to do so if challenged and supported,) demonstrate exceptional creativity, and possess a strong motivation to excel are good candidates for the Highly Capable Program. -
Principal Appreciation Month - Gilbert Elementary
Posted by Ashley LaRiviere on 10/14/2020The Yakima School District would like to thank and honor our principals for their visionary leadership and tireless pursuit of success for each student.
Did you know that Principal Stephanie Rosbach worked in advertising before switching careers to education? While working in advertising, she helped rebrand the Seattle Seahawks when the new Century Link Field opened up.
Did you know that Assistant Principal Shawn Orminski loves to experiment with new recipes in the kitchen, creating homemade sauces and sides that her family loves?