FAMILY Resources
24/7 Chat Tutoring
Raise your hand if your student could use help after-hours! Yakima School District students (grades 5-12) and teachers have FREE access to Paper.Co professional tutors, 24/7!
Child Care
We are thrilled to announce that Right At School, a nationally recognized provider of before and after school enrichment programs, will be available at some of our elementary schools for the 2025-2026 school year.
FERPA
Federal law requires schools inform parents that some of their child’s information, called "Directory Information," might be used for certain school-related purposes.
Harassment Intimidation & Bullying (HIB)
We recognize that bullying is a problem that can happen anywhere despite education and prevention efforts. We ask you to partner with us to address bullying and to ensure that our schools are safe and positive places for growing and learning.
High School Selection for Current 8th Graders
We know that transitioning from middle to high school is a big step for students and their families.
Immigration
At Yakima School District, we remain committed to supporting every student, regardless of immigration status. The recent updates to the guidance from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) align closely with our current policies and practices, which prioritize inclusion, safety, and equal access to education.
Interpretation and Translation Services
Your child's education is very important. As the parent/guardian of a Yakima student, you have the right to participate in your child's education, including communicating with teachers and staff about your child.
Language Access
Yakima School District recognizes the importance of effective communication with all parents, regardless of their English proficiency, to experience meaningful and equitable access to District information, programs, services, and engagement. The Yakima School District will provide language assistance services to persons with limited English proficiency free of charge.
New Student Online Enrollment
This form is the first step to enrolling your new student online. Complete it to request an account that you will use to log in to a secure system.
Student and Family Computer Handbook
Yakima School District views the use of electronic resources as central to the delivery of its educational program. By providing each student a laptop computer to use at school and at home, Yakima School District intends to enable an engaging, collaborative, self‐directed, and empowering learning environment.
Student, Family, and Staff Handbook
Each year the Yakima School District sends this handbook to the families of our students and to staff. It always includes up-to-date information regarding the rights and responsibilities of students, their parents, staff, and the school district. You are encouraged to review the wealth of information contained in the document.
Referral Resources
This document, titled "Referral Resources," provides a list of services and their contact information for the Yakima School District.