Mrs. Larson's 6th grade general music class has been working on reading and writing rhythms this fall, which has now allowed them to transition to bucket drumming!

Congratulations to these YHS Dance Team Seniors. All received Academic All State by maintaining a 3.0 or higher GPA throughout high school. Senior members are Katie Schulte, Sarah Beeman, Madelyn Eidsness. Madison Ryken, Madeline Wintz , Alexis Klimek, & Kyndle Kennedy.

Dear Parents,
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding with today’s threat at Yankton High School. These types of incidents put much fear into students, staff, parents, community members, and school administrators. Unless a person is on-site to see the disruption this causes within a school, it is difficult to understand the situation. I can assure you if those responsible for this threat are identified, we will pursue the full extent of the law for prosecution, along with consequences from school if those responsible are students.
I appreciate the collaboration we have with our local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. My trust in these agencies is very high and know we all have the same goal in mind, which is the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
The soft lockdown for our elementary schools and Yankton Middle School was lifted after lunch. Yankton High School will remain in a soft lock-down until the end of the school day.
I realize my decisions made in situations like this are not agreed upon by all. However, I take my decisions very personally to do my best to keep our kids safe. I would ask that you not use social media as your source of accurate information in situations like today. I will always communicate with you as quickly as I can with accurate information.
Your trust is greatly appreciated!
Dr. Wayne Kindle, Superintendent

The YHS student council assists with Family Night at the Community Library on October 24th

Attention Yankton High School Wrestlers: There will be a quick meeting this Wednesday, October 25th in the YCAH at 7:30 AM. It is very important for all wrestlers to attend. This is different from the Wrestler Sign-Up meeting on November 1st. See you there!

It's a BIG DAY! Congratulations to the YHS Competitive Dance Team for placing 2nd in Jazz, 3rd in Pom, & 3rd Overall at the State Meet on Saturday! Way to work hard & finish strong! Go Great Gazelles!

The Yankton Bucks and Gazelles are off to the State Cross Country Meet today in Sioux Falls! A great group of kids who have worked hard all season and are excited to put it all on the line for one last race. The boys race at noon and girls at 1:30 pm.

We are Yankton! Saturday is the day to be in Sioux Falls at the State Cheer & Dance Meet. Yankton Jazz at 11:39, Yankton Pom at 1:11, and Yankton Cheer at 2:07. Let's pack the Denny with Yankton Pride! Event will air on SDPBS and online as well.


Congrats to our Bucks Soccer All-State and ESD All-Conference Selections!


Calling all Yankton Fans! State Cheer & Dance this Saturday in Sioux Falls at the Denny Premier Center! Jazz at 11:39; Pom at 1:11; Cheer at 2:09. Come support these amazing athletes! Be Loud & Proud Yankton!

Attention future professionals: don't forget about the new NATIONAL chapter starting at YHS! The first Educators Rising meeting is tomorrow (10/18) after school in room 149. 9-12th graders are welcomed! See you there!

Wrestling season is right around the corner! Wrestling preseason parent and wrestler sign-up meetings are just a few short weeks away. See you there!
Yankton High School boys and girls who are interested in wrestling or becoming a student-manager should fill out the link below. Go Bucks & Gazelles!
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The end of the first quarter is Thursday, October 19. School will be in session on that day. A one-day in-service program for Yankton School District staff will be held on Friday, October 20. There will be no school for Yankton Public School students in Preschool through Grade 12 on this day. School will resume on Monday, October 23.

Congratulations to these Senior Cheer & Dance members & the entire team on a fantastic ESD Meet last night in Aberdeen. Cheer placed 5th; Dance scored 2nd Jazz, 2nd in Pom, & 2nd Overall. Great night to be a Gazelle!

Congrats to our Gazelle Soccer ESD All-Conference selections!

The Yankton Middle School Concert Choir sang the National Anthem at the YHS Volleyball game this evening! Way to go!

Anyone age 6 months and older can receive a free flu shot at the Yankton High School Auxiliary Gym at 1801 Summit Street on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This flu clinic is sponsored and operated by the Emergency Management of Yankton County and Yankton/Bon Homme POD.

We would like to congratulate Nora on her outstanding performance at the state tournament last week. Her efforts earned her Yankton's first ever Flight 1 "AA" state championship! Nora truly is Queen of the Court!

The Bucks soccer team heads to SF Jefferson Saturday for a State Quarterfinal matchup! Make your way to Sioux Falls and cheer on the Bucks! #YanktonSoccer

YHS students touring Applied Engineering during Manufacturing Week!

