Home
Hero Slideshow
April 2026 Bond
This April, Yakima School District will ask voters to approve a capital bond to replace two aging schools and other districtwide facility improvements. Click here to learn more.
Upcoming Events
-
Davis High School Auditorium, 212 S 6th Avenue
-
Central Services
YSD Stories
![YV-Tech students in overalls building a project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770771358/yakimaschoolsorg/adfh1mncc8xcldyhnljc/YVTech.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770771358/yakimaschoolsorg/adfh1mncc8xcldyhnljc/YVTech.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770771358/yakimaschoolsorg/adfh1mncc8xcldyhnljc/YVTech.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770771358/yakimaschoolsorg/adfh1mncc8xcldyhnljc/YVTech.jpg","width":1000}])
Principals observe applied learning in action as students demonstrate mastery through hands-on CTE instruction.
![Alumni Carlos holding a fish wearing wader pants in a river]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770420957/yakimaschoolsorg/qkihyzyoxhioykpnnahu/25-09-Carlos-1024x7681.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770420957/yakimaschoolsorg/qkihyzyoxhioykpnnahu/25-09-Carlos-1024x7681.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770420957/yakimaschoolsorg/qkihyzyoxhioykpnnahu/25-09-Carlos-1024x7681.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770420957/yakimaschoolsorg/qkihyzyoxhioykpnnahu/25-09-Carlos-1024x7681.jpg","width":1024}])
Yakima School District students gain conservation skills and credentials through the CiC/YESS program.
![YV-Tech students participating in hands on activities]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769468633/yakimaschoolsorg/qsphq4lng5ulwohqmznb/594057368_122269199030200584_4925015670116518019_n1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769468633/yakimaschoolsorg/qsphq4lng5ulwohqmznb/594057368_122269199030200584_4925015670116518019_n1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769468633/yakimaschoolsorg/qsphq4lng5ulwohqmznb/594057368_122269199030200584_4925015670116518019_n1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769468633/yakimaschoolsorg/qsphq4lng5ulwohqmznb/594057368_122269199030200584_4925015670116518019_n1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769468633/yakimaschoolsorg/qsphq4lng5ulwohqmznb/594057368_122269199030200584_4925015670116518019_n1.jpg","width":1600}])
Students gain hands-on medical experience through Physical Therapy Tech program at YV-Tech
![Icons of certification award and a gear with YSD and youscience logos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1765378057/yakimaschoolsorg/r17ptocqmvdjq9l9uvsv/CTEThumbnail.jpg","width":2200}])
CTE is a key part of Yakima School District’s work to prepare students for life after graduation.
![YSD students in lab coats participating in Roots to Wings hands-on scientific learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763420198/yakimaschoolsorg/erdfvzdrthyugt1exzgt/Picture_2-web.jpg","width":2200}])
Roots to Wings program connects Yakima students with healthcare careers through hands-on experiences.
![Culinary Arts & Life Lessons: Chef Ned Walsh Retires from YV-Tech]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753282570/yakimaschoolsorg/cwdg0ke2n70p6ma1jegv/6876c60e79081image.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753282570/yakimaschoolsorg/cwdg0ke2n70p6ma1jegv/6876c60e79081image.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753282570/yakimaschoolsorg/cwdg0ke2n70p6ma1jegv/6876c60e79081image.jpg","width":765}])
Ned Walsh combined culinary training with life lessons that prepared students for success beyond the classroom.
![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.
March's Word Of The Month: Collaborative (Colaborativo)
Character education teaches the habits of thought and deed that help people live and work together as families, friends, communities, neighbors, and nations.
Collaborative (Colaborativo): Promoting working together effectively to achieve common goals.