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Get ready for the new school year with everything you need in one place. From open house dates and school supplies to enrollment information and family resources, our Back to School webpage has you covered.
July 2025 Community Newsletter
The Yakima School District’s latest community newsletter is now available! Inside, you’ll find important updates on our strategic plan refresh, upcoming events, community resources, and a special message from the Yakima School Board President about district funding and planning.
Before and After School Child Care
We’re excited to share that Right At School, a nationally recognized provider of enrichment programs, may be coming to our school for the 2025–2026 school year! With enough families registered, we’ll be able to offer this before and after school program right here at school. Click here to learn more.
Thank You, Voters!
A heartfelt thank you to the Yakima School District community! Preliminary results show strong support for our educational levy measure (63.89% YES). Your vote is an investment in our students' future and ensures continued excellence in learning.
Upcoming Events
YSD Stories
![Roosevelt students during congressional hearing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746721142/yakimaschoolsorg/fdqenodnuznle5oyxdi3/IMG_4308.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746721142/yakimaschoolsorg/fdqenodnuznle5oyxdi3/IMG_4308.jpg","width":400}])
Roosevelt Elementary 4th graders engaged in a Congressional Hearing during their We the People unit.
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Eisenhower's Ike Players delivered a vibrant production of The Music Man, celebrating talent and community.
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Roosevelt Elementary students recently learned money management and entrepreneurship through Junior Achievement’s fun, hands-on program.
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In partnership with Yakima Union Gospel Mission, two schools in our district donated food and toiletries to families in need.
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November 8 is National STEAM Day, and we’re spotlighting a few of our STEAM educators!
![YSD Elementary Schools Recognized by OSPI]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729025198/yakimaschoolsorg/zrz7fwlerrv25cnsnzil/StateRecogForOutstandingAchievement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729025198/yakimaschoolsorg/zrz7fwlerrv25cnsnzil/StateRecogForOutstandingAchievement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729025198/yakimaschoolsorg/zrz7fwlerrv25cnsnzil/StateRecogForOutstandingAchievement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729025198/yakimaschoolsorg/zrz7fwlerrv25cnsnzil/StateRecogForOutstandingAchievement.png","width":1080}])
Five YSD elementary schools have recently been recognized for outstanding achievement by OSPI.
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Roosevelt Bears connected and played games at this month’s Family Night.
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Roosevelt Elementary School Celebrates with Neglected Sweater
![From Farm to Food at Roosevelt Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702588238/yakimaschoolsorg/sbmx2fh2ogubksosoued/6c52153c150d79b58ea04929314b6d8d8d0ba085.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1702588238/yakimaschoolsorg/sbmx2fh2ogubksosoued/6c52153c150d79b58ea04929314b6d8d8d0ba085.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1702588238/yakimaschoolsorg/sbmx2fh2ogubksosoued/6c52153c150d79b58ea04929314b6d8d8d0ba085.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1702588238/yakimaschoolsorg/sbmx2fh2ogubksosoued/6c52153c150d79b58ea04929314b6d8d8d0ba085.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702588238/yakimaschoolsorg/sbmx2fh2ogubksosoued/6c52153c150d79b58ea04929314b6d8d8d0ba085.png","width":1500}])
Students at Roosevelt Elementary School learned about farms - and got to enjoy food they made!
![Roosevelt Book Blast Success]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690232535/yakimaschoolsorg/szn8f4mg73ytfn1unl3o/frazerclass.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690232535/yakimaschoolsorg/szn8f4mg73ytfn1unl3o/frazerclass.jpg","width":300}])
July's Word Of The Month: Capable (Capaz)
Character education teaches the habits of thought and deed that help people live and work together as families, friends, communities, neighbors, and nations.
Capable (Capaz): Fostering a belief in one's abilities and potential to achieve success.