Whitney Elementary School

🚲 Whitney Elementary is excited to share a recent partnership with Hyundai of Yakima to celebrate and encourage strong student attendance! 🎉 Starting in January and continuing through the remainder of the school year, Hyundai of Yakima is generously donating one bicycle each month to support our students.

Every student who earns perfect attendance during a given month will be entered into that month's raffle for a chance to win the bike. 🏆 Perfect attendance means coming to school every day, on time, and without checking out early; simple habits that make a big difference. ⭐

🎊 We would like to congratulate our most recent winners: Ellie S. for perfect March attendance, and Kamila S. for perfect April attendance! Well done, Whitney Wildcats! 🐾

Read more stories at ysd7.org/ysdstories 📖

Mondays have become a highlight of the week for students at Whitney, thanks to an ongoing enrichment program that brings learning beyond the classroom. Throughout the school year, all K–5 students have participated in engaging activities during specialist time, creating opportunities to explore new interests, stay active, and build important life skills. 💪

From participating in Mileage Club to taking part in Winter Olympics-themed events, students have embraced activities that promote movement and teamwork. These experiences both encourage physical wellness and help students develop resilience and a sense of accomplishment. 🏃‍♀️❄️

Whitney’s specialist team has also partnered with community members to bring meaningful learning into the school. Students benefited from health-focused presentations by Apple Valley Dental and learned about heart health from student doctor Jan Jimenez of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU). These connections help students see the relevance of healthy habits and inspire them to take ownership of their well-being. ❤️

This work directly supports Yakima School District’s Strategic Goal #2 by fostering an environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow. Whitney Elementary is helping students build the habits and behaviors they need to succeed, in school and beyond. 🌱

Read more stories at ysd7.org/ysdstories 📖

🎓 Kinder enrollment is open! If your child will be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2025, we invite you to stop by our school. We’d love to welcome your family and help you get started with enrollment.

Kindergarten benefits available in the Yakima School District include:
✅ Dual Language Program
✅ K–8 Virtual School
✅ After-School Childcare
✅ Out-of-District Enrollment Welcome
**Programs vary by school.

Visit ysd7.org/kinder to learn more!

Our schools are on a two-hour delay today, Friday, February 7, 2025. Middle and high school begins at 10:00 am and elementary school begins at 10:45 am. Bus routes 2, 8, 19 and 26 on snow routes. Breakfast available upon arrival. No a.m. preschool and no a.m. YV-TECH.

Two-Hour School Delay
Thursday, February 15: Due to very icy conditions on the west side of our district boundary, all YSD schools will be delayed by two hours today. There will be no morning preschool, no morning classes at YV-TECH. Buses will be on snow routes (morning only).

🎉 A heartfelt thank you to the Yakima School District community! Preliminary results show strong support for our educational levy measure (63.89% YES as of tonight!). Your vote is an investment in our students' future and ensures continued excellence in learning.

🗳️Don't forget to vote! Check your mailbox today! 📬

**URGENT UPDATE** Due to road conditions, schools in the Yakima School District are now CLOSED today, Tuesday, January 23. There was a previous delay, but schools are now CLOSED.

Have you checked your mailbox?