
The Yankton School District is now hiring Paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year! Apply at https://www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/.


🎒📚 Coming Soon! 📝
Our Back to School Newsletter is on the way! Stay tuned for important updates, helpful tips, and everything you need to kick off the new school year with success. In the meantime, check out the information on Open Houses and schedule pick-ups.
Watch for it soon on our website, social media, and in your inbox!
#BackToSchool #YanktonPride #YSD


🚍 NOW HIRING: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS! 🚍
Looking for a flexible, rewarding job? The Yankton School District is hiring Bus Drivers — perfect for retirees, parents, or anyone looking for a part-time opportunity with purpose!
✅ Flexible Schedule — mornings, afternoons, or both!
✅ Competitive Starting Wage
✅ Training Provided — no experience necessary
✅ Make a Difference in Your Community
Whether you're retired and looking to stay active, or just want a schedule that works around your life — we’d love to have you join our team.
📲 Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/
#YanktonSchoolDistrict #NowHiring #BusDrivers #FlexibleJobs #RetireesWelcome
Looking for a flexible, rewarding job? The Yankton School District is hiring Bus Drivers — perfect for retirees, parents, or anyone looking for a part-time opportunity with purpose!
✅ Flexible Schedule — mornings, afternoons, or both!
✅ Competitive Starting Wage
✅ Training Provided — no experience necessary
✅ Make a Difference in Your Community
Whether you're retired and looking to stay active, or just want a schedule that works around your life — we’d love to have you join our team.
📲 Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/
#YanktonSchoolDistrict #NowHiring #BusDrivers #FlexibleJobs #RetireesWelcome


MEAD MUSEUM JULY 11
FEED YOUR MIND
Yankton History Teacher to present 'History of Education in Yankton'
Amanda Blaha, social studies teacher at the Yankton Middle School, will be presenting "150th Anniversary of the Dakota Territory’s First Public High School: History of Education in Yankton" on July 11th at noon. This informational event celebrates Yankton’s commitment to education- from its earliest schools to today! Her Feed Your Mind presentation will share details of the development and achievements of Dakota Territory's first public school system.
There is a free-will donation to attend. The one-hour event will be held on the second floor of the Mead Building, 82 Mickelson Drive, Yankton, SD 57078.
In addition to this featured topic, the Mead Museum has an exhibit focusing on YSD's 150th anniversary with historic photos and artifacts. And Children 0-17 get free admission this summer.
The Museum is open 7 days a week. Monday-Friday 10 am to 5pm and Saturdays/Sundays from 1-5pm.
FEED YOUR MIND
Yankton History Teacher to present 'History of Education in Yankton'
Amanda Blaha, social studies teacher at the Yankton Middle School, will be presenting "150th Anniversary of the Dakota Territory’s First Public High School: History of Education in Yankton" on July 11th at noon. This informational event celebrates Yankton’s commitment to education- from its earliest schools to today! Her Feed Your Mind presentation will share details of the development and achievements of Dakota Territory's first public school system.
There is a free-will donation to attend. The one-hour event will be held on the second floor of the Mead Building, 82 Mickelson Drive, Yankton, SD 57078.
In addition to this featured topic, the Mead Museum has an exhibit focusing on YSD's 150th anniversary with historic photos and artifacts. And Children 0-17 get free admission this summer.
The Museum is open 7 days a week. Monday-Friday 10 am to 5pm and Saturdays/Sundays from 1-5pm.


📚✏️ **2025–2026 School Supply Lists Are Here!** 🎒🖍️
It’s never too early to get a head start! The **Yankton School District** supply lists for the upcoming school year are now available. 🗓️
📝 Find out what your student needs for a successful start—organized by grade level!
📲 Click here to view or download the list: www.ysd.k12.sd.us/article/1640758


Yankton School District's Online Auction can be found at https://www.purplewave.com/search/Yankton%20School%20District. Bidding closes on July 22.


📣 **We're Hiring!**
Are you organized, friendly, and ready to make a difference in a fast-paced school environment? Yankton High School is looking for an Administrative Assistant (10-month position) to support our principal, staff, and students!
🎓 Bonus if you have experience in **language interpretation and translation services**—your skills can help us better serve all families in our school community!
💼 Be part of a team that values communication, collaboration, and creating a positive atmosphere for staff and students alike.
📍Apply today and help keep Yankton High School running smoothly every day!
👉 www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/


The back door of YMS is temporarily unavailable for use. Those coming for Summer Food Program pickup today will need to enter through the middle set of doors in the FRONT of the building. We will resume using the back door as soon as we're able to.

Join our team! Yankton School District is accepting applications for the Lincoln School Head Custodian. Apply at www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/.


All out-of-town, in-town, and Academy riders who wish to ride the YSD school bus must sign up for transportation before August 1, 2025. Go to www.ysd.k12.sd.us/o/ysd/page/transportation-busing to complete the form. Check out the new in-town morning bus stops under Transportation Maps.


Congratulations to our Beadle student winner of the Kids Fire Tablet during Family Literacy and Math Night! Thanks to everyone who joined us!


Kids Tablet Winner Alert! This lucky Lincoln student participated in our Family Literacy and Math Night and was one of four lucky winners!


Webster's Winner of the Kids Fire tablet from our Family Literacy and Math Night!


Thanks to everyone who helped us Slide Into Summer at last night's Family Literacy and Math Night!






Yankton's first Project SEARCH graduation was a success! The mission of Project SEARCH is to prepare young individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for successful competitive employment through an internship program that provides comprehensive training, career exploration, and on-the-job experience within a real workplace setting.









See you TONIGHT from 4:30-6:00pm at the Yankton Community Library! All families with students in Yankton JrK-5 are welcome!


It’s that time of year again! Yankton Child Nutrition is gearing up for our Summer Food Program. This year we are so excited to offer Grab n’ Go meals, which means 7 days of meals – breakfast AND lunch! Meal pickup will be Tuesdays and Fridays from 11am-1pm in the Middle School cafeteria. Meals can be picked up by the children themselves, or by a parent/guardian. If the children will not be present for pickup, parents will need to complete a short registration form located at the following link: https://forms.gle/XZhXNp1F9WzuxNh49 or by scanning the QR code below. See you this Summer!



The Yankton School District has the following full-time Custodian position open: *Assistant Head Custodian - Yankton High School *Full Time Evening Custodian - Yankton High School *Full Time Evening Custodian - Trailhead Learning Center Benefits Included: Exceptional Health Insurance Supplemental Benefits Options (including Life, Dental, Vision, Flex, HSA) Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time South Dakota Retirement System Apply online at www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/


Webster families, we have a few photo boards left. If you are interested in having one as a memento, please call the office to claim!





Join the Yankton School District! We're hiring Special Education teachers! Apply at https://www.applitrack.com/ysd/onlineapp/
Bring your passion. We’ll bring the support.
🎓 Inspire. Empower. Thrive.
