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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.
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![Career and Technical Education Students Compete at SkillsUSA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749592058/yakimaschoolsorg/cezuxmyhwjfycgdht7pj/SkillsUSAlogo.jpg","width":2200}])
In March, YSD students competed at the SkillsUSA Washington competition, bringing home multiple finalist awards.
![YV-Tech Students Recognized by School Board]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1743019278/yakimaschoolsorg/ny7rml8p0ahjatvqft42/IMG_82611.jpg","width":2200}])
Twelve YV-Tech students were recently recognized at a board meeting for being inducted into the National Technical Honor Society.
![YV-Tech Recognized By AED Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736356011/yakimaschoolsorg/gb4iy1spxe11hyeqwmxd/YVTechYSDStory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736356011/yakimaschoolsorg/gb4iy1spxe11hyeqwmxd/YVTechYSDStory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736356011/yakimaschoolsorg/gb4iy1spxe11hyeqwmxd/YVTechYSDStory.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736356011/yakimaschoolsorg/gb4iy1spxe11hyeqwmxd/YVTechYSDStory.png","width":1080}])
YV-Tech has earned a prestigious AED Foundation Recognition for its exceptional efforts in preparing students for high-demand careers in the equipment industry.
![Yakima Students Learn About Conservation with YV-Tech]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1724793729/yakimaschoolsorg/m47f16swpiokwi8iet3e/20240711_145815.jpg","width":2200}])
This summer, Yakima students participated in the 3rd annual Careers in Conservation Summer Program with YV-Tech.
![Core+ Construction Wins the Golden Hammer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1724717436/yakimaschoolsorg/zvizz37ijroavkubza9p/Photoofstudentsworkingonproject.jpg","width":2200}])
YV-Tech’s Core+ Construction program is the recipient of an annual Habitat for Humanity award.
![Layers of Support]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717602640/yakimaschoolsorg/hi2mpwbxqnk9eddbcjr6/EastonGreene.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717602640/yakimaschoolsorg/hi2mpwbxqnk9eddbcjr6/EastonGreene.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717602640/yakimaschoolsorg/hi2mpwbxqnk9eddbcjr6/EastonGreene.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717602640/yakimaschoolsorg/hi2mpwbxqnk9eddbcjr6/EastonGreene.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717602640/yakimaschoolsorg/hi2mpwbxqnk9eddbcjr6/EastonGreene.png","width":1306}])
Meet Easton Greene, an Eisenhower and YV-Tech student whose foundation is rooted in perseverance.
![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!
![YV-Tech Hosts Roots to Wings Program, Inspires]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710172906/yakimaschoolsorg/kiomsjfzk6szhwaey38s/YV-Tech-PNWU-26-e795dc59bfd1b2f3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710172906/yakimaschoolsorg/kiomsjfzk6szhwaey38s/YV-Tech-PNWU-26-e795dc59bfd1b2f3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710172906/yakimaschoolsorg/kiomsjfzk6szhwaey38s/YV-Tech-PNWU-26-e795dc59bfd1b2f3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1710172906/yakimaschoolsorg/kiomsjfzk6szhwaey38s/YV-Tech-PNWU-26-e795dc59bfd1b2f3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710172906/yakimaschoolsorg/kiomsjfzk6szhwaey38s/YV-Tech-PNWU-26-e795dc59bfd1b2f3.jpg","width":1283}])
PNWU’s Roots to Wings program visited YV-Tech to bring a glimpse of the health science opportunities available.
Teacher Clements See established a National Technical Honor Society chapter at YVTech.
![Yakima Teachers Become Heroes at State Event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690667743/yakimaschoolsorg/birqp1lpm5ghzzrdjjvw/stateeventtrack.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690667743/yakimaschoolsorg/birqp1lpm5ghzzrdjjvw/stateeventtrack.jpg","width":500}])
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.