State of the District August 2025
Yale Public Schools is excited to introduce Ryder — our new therapy dog!
Ryder will be on campus every day, working alongside handler, Mrs. Kennedy, and staff to support students who may be feeling upset, anxious, or struggling with their emotions.
Trained to greet with a friendly “hello,” offer comforting hugs, or serve as a patient reading buddy, Ryder loves kids and spreads joy wherever he goes.
He has earned his AKC Canine Good Citizen certification and successfully passed his therapy dog evaluation at Deer Creek Academy in Kentucky. He is now in the final stages of completing his Alliance of Therapy Dogs certification.
We are thrilled to welcome Ryder to our school family and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our students.🐾🐾
YPS would like to commemorate a special occasion for two groups of students today! Today our Pre-K students are attending their first ever 1st day at Yale Public Schools while our senior class is attending their last ever 1st day at YPS. #foreverabulldog
YPS would like to invite the Senior class of 2026 to come to the elementary at 2:00 for a photo opportunity.
Yale Public Schools is looking forward to our first day of school tomorrow, August 13. The first bell rings at 7:40 and students should be in class by 7:45.
We are asking all new students in grades 7-12 to report to the front office in the morning at 7:40 when the bell rings. You will be paired with a fellow student who will help you navigate your first day at YPS. We are glad you are a Bulldog!
In the morning, 5th and 6th grade will meet in the old gym at 7:40 to split them up between band and PE time.
Students needing to see Mrs. Griffin will need to sign in on her appointment schedule, and she will call you down as she has time.
Students/parents can locate class schedules in their student/parent portal.
School dismisses at 2:50.
Please add the Yale Schools app to your phone for school events, details, and information.
YPS does have a no cell phone policy.
We are looking forward to a great school year!!
We are asking all new students in grades 7-12 to report to the front office in the morning at 7:40 when the bell rings. You will be paired with a fellow student who will help you navigate your first day at YPS. We are glad you are a Bulldog!
In the morning, 5th and 6th grade will meet in the old gym at 7:40 to split them up between band and PE time.
Students needing to see Mrs. Griffin will need to sign in on her appointment schedule, and she will call you down as she has time.
Students/parents can locate class schedules in their student/parent portal.
School dismisses at 2:50.
Please add the Yale Schools app to your phone for school events, details, and information.
YPS does have a no cell phone policy.
We are looking forward to a great school year!!
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Yale Public Schools is grateful for the dedication of our teachers and staff who have willingly given up part of their summer to grow professionally—all with the goal of better serving our students.
This summer, several staff members have voluntarily attended a variety of professional development opportunities:
In May:
Mrs. Painter, Mrs. Thurman, Ms. James, Ms. Moore, Ms. Madison, Mrs. Griffin, Ms. Vann, Mrs. Pummill, Mrs. Nickell, and Mr. Moore attended a three-day PLC at Work workshop focused on using data to strengthen curriculum and instruction through collaboration.
In June:
Mrs. Pummill, Ms. Vann, and Ms. Madison attended a two-day Innovative School Summit centered on classroom management strategies and training.
In July:
• Mrs. Pummill, Ms. Vann, Mr. Skinner, and Ms. Madison participated in a three-day workshop exploring ways to integrate AI and STEM into classroom instruction.
• Mrs. Kennedy completed her Autism Certification through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, earning a specialized credential in autism focused instructional strategies. She is also currently completing Orton-Gillingham training, focusing on reading instruction and dyslexia intervention.
Next week, all staff will participate in two additional days of professional development centered on social-emotional learning, equipping them to better support students navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
Thank you to all our incredible educators who have spent their summer learning new ways to meet the needs of our students. Your time, passion, and commitment do not go unnoticed!
This summer, several staff members have voluntarily attended a variety of professional development opportunities:
In May:
Mrs. Painter, Mrs. Thurman, Ms. James, Ms. Moore, Ms. Madison, Mrs. Griffin, Ms. Vann, Mrs. Pummill, Mrs. Nickell, and Mr. Moore attended a three-day PLC at Work workshop focused on using data to strengthen curriculum and instruction through collaboration.
In June:
Mrs. Pummill, Ms. Vann, and Ms. Madison attended a two-day Innovative School Summit centered on classroom management strategies and training.
In July:
• Mrs. Pummill, Ms. Vann, Mr. Skinner, and Ms. Madison participated in a three-day workshop exploring ways to integrate AI and STEM into classroom instruction.
• Mrs. Kennedy completed her Autism Certification through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, earning a specialized credential in autism focused instructional strategies. She is also currently completing Orton-Gillingham training, focusing on reading instruction and dyslexia intervention.
Next week, all staff will participate in two additional days of professional development centered on social-emotional learning, equipping them to better support students navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
Thank you to all our incredible educators who have spent their summer learning new ways to meet the needs of our students. Your time, passion, and commitment do not go unnoticed!
Yale Public Schools expects all of our students involved in extra
-curricular activities to work towards higher expectations and standards of conduct. For this reason, all students wishing to participate in any extra-curricular activities will be expected to adhere to the following policies:
No vaping, smoking of any kind, or drinking alcoholic beverages before, during, or after seasonal activities. Students found to be in violation of this policy could face a 20 school day suspension from all extra-curricular activities for the first offense. A second offense would result in removal from all extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.
All students participating in extra-curricular activities such as band, AG, athletics, etc. must participate in the random drug testing program. Names are drawn randomly, and no advanced notice is given. Parents will be notified if their child tests positive for any substance.
-curricular activities to work towards higher expectations and standards of conduct. For this reason, all students wishing to participate in any extra-curricular activities will be expected to adhere to the following policies:
No vaping, smoking of any kind, or drinking alcoholic beverages before, during, or after seasonal activities. Students found to be in violation of this policy could face a 20 school day suspension from all extra-curricular activities for the first offense. A second offense would result in removal from all extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.
All students participating in extra-curricular activities such as band, AG, athletics, etc. must participate in the random drug testing program. Names are drawn randomly, and no advanced notice is given. Parents will be notified if their child tests positive for any substance.
2025-2026 FREE MEALS FOR YPS STUDENTS!
Schedule pickups will be the following days, 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Aug 4 - Seniors
Aug 5 - Juniors
Aug 6 - Sophomores
Aug 7 - Freshmen
Aug 11 - JH
Our website link: www.yale.k12.ok.us
Click on the top right link labeled: Enroll New and Returning Students Here
Click on the top right link labeled: Enroll New and Returning Students Here
First come, first serve:
Parking lot space can be sold to Yale students for parking at the high school starting on 7/29. The design of the spot must be approved first. Spots are $50. See Coach Moore for details
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PAWNEE NATION BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!!
It's almost school time!
At Yale Public Schools, we believe in creating a learning environment where students are focused, connected, and ready to succeed. To support this vision, and in response to Senate Bill 139, which prohibits students from using personal electronic devices during the school day, YPS adopted policy FNG on June 9, 2025. This is a district-wide policy that prohibits students from using any personal electronics device between 7:40 AM and 2:50 PM.
Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, all students are expected to keep all personal electronic devices turned off and out of sight during the school day. This includes:
Cell phones
Smartwatches/smart glasses
Earbuds/headphones
iPods or other streaming devices
Any device that connects to the internet or cell network
Students can bring devices to school at their own risk, but usage is only allowed before or after school hours. During the school day, students who need to contact a parent/guardian may request to use an office phone. Likewise, families needing to contact a student should call the school office.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, all students are expected to keep all personal electronic devices turned off and out of sight during the school day. This includes:
Cell phones
Smartwatches/smart glasses
Earbuds/headphones
iPods or other streaming devices
Any device that connects to the internet or cell network
Students can bring devices to school at their own risk, but usage is only allowed before or after school hours. During the school day, students who need to contact a parent/guardian may request to use an office phone. Likewise, families needing to contact a student should call the school office.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Exciting News for Our Native Families! We’re thrilled to announce that the Johnson O’Malley (JOM) Program is back — and it’s here to help YOU and your students start the school year strong!
Need school supplies? Come by the school and fill out a JOM application — and your student’s supplies will be covered by the program!
But that’s not all! Once you're signed up, your student can benefit from even more amazing opportunities and support throughout the year, all provided through the JOM Program.
Just don’t forget to bring your CDIB card when you apply — it’s your key to unlocking these great perks!
Hard copies of the application are available at the school — and Mrs. Griffin is happy to help get everything turned in.
Let’s make this school year the best one yet with JOM! #JOMProgram #SchoolReady #NativePride #YaleBulldogs
Need school supplies? Come by the school and fill out a JOM application — and your student’s supplies will be covered by the program!
But that’s not all! Once you're signed up, your student can benefit from even more amazing opportunities and support throughout the year, all provided through the JOM Program.
Just don’t forget to bring your CDIB card when you apply — it’s your key to unlocking these great perks!
Hard copies of the application are available at the school — and Mrs. Griffin is happy to help get everything turned in.
Let’s make this school year the best one yet with JOM! #JOMProgram #SchoolReady #NativePride #YaleBulldogs
PAWNEE NATION JOM STUDENT APP
Due to the power outage around Yale, there will be no Summer Enrichment today, Wednesday, June 18. We will plan to hold our final day of summer school tomorrow.