Yale Public Schools

Virtual day schedule

Yale Public Schools will be virtual on Monday and Tuesday, January 26–27. All extra-curricular activities scheduled for Monday and Tuesday will be postponed. We will reevaluate conditions closer to Wednesday and share an update as soon as possible. Teachers will hold Google Meet sessions and review previously taught standards. We expect all students to participate to the best of their ability. Any students who are unable to participate will receive the work upon returning to class.

Calling all future 26-27 cheerleaders!

Even on a short week, we still have Y.A.L.E. Awards to give out! 🏆
Congratulations to this week’s Y.A.L.E. Award recipients. We are so proud of each of you and the hard work, leadership, and character you show every day! 👏🎉

Due to the upcoming weather report, our Friday basketball tournament games will now take place on Wednesday. 10:00 11:30 1:00 2:30 4:00 5:30 Updated bracket will be posted soon!

On Wednesday, our Kindergarten classes got to meet some real life Community Helpers! They have been learning all about various Community Helpers and their jobs. They got to learn from a nurse and police officer. They learned what tools nurses use, and how police officers keep them safe. They are so excited to hear from more Community Helpers next week!

Fans of the game for day 1 of the Yale tournament. Mallory Folger and Austin Alford. Join us for day 2. Our girls play at 12:40 and our boys play at 7:20.

Day two of the Yale High School Basketball Tournament begins tomorrow morning.

YPS is certainly monitoring the incoming weather. As a precaution, the elementary has sent home some additional work for a possible virtual day on Monday. We will pay close attention to the weather and road conditions over the weekend before making any decisions. If a virtual day is used, all staff will use their virtual platforms to make contact and instruct students.

The students worked on inventory and centicenter of triangles. They used science and math to construct their own tops spinner. The students used weight and measuring to make sure the balance was correct.

🧪🍇 Chemistry in Action! 🍇🧪

Mr. Hays’ Chemistry students have been hard at work putting science into practice by distilling grape soda into its different components! Through this hands-on lab, students explored mixtures, separation techniques, and the science behind everyday items we often take for granted.

Learning comes alive when students can see, smell, and experience chemistry in action—and this lab did just that! Way to go to Mr. Hays and his students for making learning engaging, fun, and meaningful. 👏🔬💜

#ChemistryInAction #HandsOnLearning #ScienceIsCool #StudentSuccess

We try to keep our clothes closet stocked for students. Yale elementary is running low and looking for new or used tights and sweatpants! Thank you!

Fans of the game for 1/20/2026 VS Hominy are Ethan Hernandez, Cheyenne Moore and Taitum Montez.

1/19/26 fans of the game for the Yale JH vs Pawnee game are Kaliska Stewart and Trenton Goodreau.

🎓 Congratulations to Our Salutatorian, Ben Whitsett! 🎓

We are incredibly proud to recognize Ben Whitsett as our Salutatorian! Ben is known for his kindness, strong work ethic, and dedication both in and out of the classroom. He is a true leader and a great representative of Yale Public Schools.

Get to Know Ben:

🏈 Activities & Involvement:
Football, Basketball, Baseball, Vice President of FCA, FFA, National Technical Honor Society, Class President for the Welding Program, and SkillsUSA

🎯 Future Plans:
Find something he loves doing—and get rich doing it!

💪 Fun Fact:
Ben led the state in tackles during his sophomore year of high school.

Congratulations, Ben! Yale Public Schools is so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We can’t wait to see the amazing things ahead for you! 👏🎉

🎓 Congratulations to Our Second Valedictorian, Lucas Reece! 🎓

We are incredibly proud to recognize Lucas Reece as our second Valedictorian! Lucas’s dedication, leadership, and hard work have truly set him apart, and we couldn’t be more proud of all he has accomplished.

Get to Know Lucas:

🏈 Activities & Involvement:
Football, Track, President of FCA, Powerlifting, National Technical Honor Society, Class President in Construction Trades, SkillsUSA, and Class President of Yale Public Schools

🎯 Future Plans:
Lucas plans to play college football and pursue a career in the construction industry.

💪 Fun Fact:
Lucas led the nation in sacks and is a Powerlifting State Champion!

Congratulations, Lucas! Yale Public Schools is so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things your future holds. 👏🎉

Yale Public Schools is proud to congratulate Tatum Kennedy, our first Valedictorian. Tatum’s dedication, determination, and hard work in the classroom have truly paid off, and we could not be more proud of her incredible achievement.

Get to Know Tatum:
📣 Activities: Cheer, Track, Volleyball, FFA President, Yearbook, Student Council, FCA, and concurrent enrollment student at TCC
🎓 Future Plans: Attend college and become a Cheer Coach and Elementary Art Teacher
🎢 Fun Fact: Her favorite place on earth is Silver Dollar City

Tatum is a leader both inside and outside the classroom, and she represents Yale Public Schools with excellence and pride. Congratulations, Tatum! We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish in the future! 💙🎉

Due to possible inclement weather, the Yale Basketball Tournament will be moved to Wednesday 1/21, Thursday 1/22, and Friday 1/23. The 7th place game that was originally scheduled for Saturday will not be played. The brackets posted reflect the changes to the times.

Yale Basketball tournament starts Thursday. Here are the brackets.

Mrs. Richardson's 3rd grade spent time developing structures that could withstand a flood. They used their knowledge of weather hazards and ways to prevent damages when they occur.