Newsletter
Spring Break Edition
Learn More About the Levy
Ballots will be mailed on April 3 and are due back by April 23. We look forward to meeting with you and sharing the how the levy supports our students and this community.
Voter Registration Online Deadline - April 15
Are you new to Washington or recently moved to Yelm? You can register to vote or update your address by going online to votewa.gov by April 15 and print your ballot.
If you have questions regarding your voter registration or ballot, please contact your local election office based on your residence in Thurston County (360.786.5408) or Pierce County (253.798.8683)
Upcoming Events & Activities
Math for Life
YHS Art Walk
You won't want to miss the 1st Annual Art Walk hosted by Yelm High School on Aprl 12 from 6-9pm, showcasing student work of all grade levels and mediums. Enjoy this evening out recognizing the visual and performing art talents of our students.
Military Family Night - "Purple Up"
FFA Plant Sale
The annual FFA Greenhouse Plant Sale opens on April 25 at 8am. Come check out the amazing flowers, vegetables and yard art created by students. This student-based enterprise is a showcase of student technical skills and work readiness. Follow them on Facebook to get updates of the plants and prices. Product moves fast so don't wait.
Yelm Chamber Spring EXPO
The Nisqually Valley Spring Expo (formerly the Home & Garden Show) will be on April 27-28 from 10-4pm at Yelm High School. YHS students will be hosting free youth activities and concessions. Don't miss this free community activity.
Yelm Job Fair
Time to get your resume ready and watch the list of employers grow who are looking for hard-working, dedicated staff members to join their team. Mark your calendars for May 7 from 12pm to 5pm at the Yelm Community Center. This event is sponsored by YCS Career and Technical Education, Yelm Chamber, City of Yelm, Thurston Chamber and Worksource and is open to the entire community.
Dates to Remember
April Events (Check websites for details on school events and sporting events)
Apr 9: Levy Forum 8:30am @ Yelm Cinemas
Apr 9: Levy Forum 12pm @ Yelm Cinemas
Apr 9: Levy Forum 6pm @ Yelm Cinemas
Apr 10: Levy Forum 6pm @ McKenna Elementary
Apr 11: Levy Forum 6pm @ Lackamas Elementary
Apr 12: YHS Art Walk @ 6pm-9pm
Apr 15: Deadline to Update Voter Registration Online
Apr 15-19: Military Family Spirit Week
Apr 15-19: Volunteer Appreciation Week
Apr 18: School Board Meeting 6pm @ District Office
Apr 19: Military Family Night 5:30-7:00pm @ Southworth
Apr 23: Special Election Ballots Due
Apr 25: FFA Plant Sale Opens 8am @ YHS Greenhouse
May 7: Yelm Job Fair @ Yelm Community Center 12-5pm
Stay Connected
Yelm Community Schools does not discriminate in any programs, activities or employment opportunities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights: Doyla Buckingham, 360.458.1900, doyla_buckingham@ycs.wednet.edu; Title IX Coordinator: Lisa Cadero-Smith, 360.458.6120, lisa_cadero-smith@ycs.wednet.edu; and 504 Coordinator: Shannon Powell, 360.458.6124, shannon_powell@ycs.wednet.edu. Address: 107 First St N, PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597.