Yasuhara Middle School

The Yasuhara Odyssey - October 2024

October 7, 2024

Yasuhara Odyssey - October 2024 ( constantcontact.com )

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Middle school football game puts spotlight on a variety of activities

October 2, 2024

“Excitement and energy, all the way to victory! That’s what I’m feeling right now!” The enthusiasm wasn’t limited to the 140 players on the field at the first ever SPS middle sch...

Two children wearing orange ear plugs and safety googles look and touch a set square on a wood block at a trade show; an older student in a neon pink shirt fills out a contact sheet next to them.

Trades Night introduces students to construction careers on Oct. 9

October 2, 2024

Every fall, Associated Builds and Contractors Inland Pacific Chapter (ABC IPC) hosts an open house for trades at an area high school, inviting community members and youth of all ...

A Message From Superintendent Adam Swinyard

September 27, 2024

Dr. Adam Swinyard takes a moment to thank students, families and staff for aiding in a positive start to the new school year:

Middle school football coaches introduce kids to tackle football

September 25, 2024

“Football is game that has helped me grow into the man that I am today. Coaches get to be mentors, and I have coaches that I still talk to today that have been a big part of my ...

The image shows a group of people in a classroom setting practicing medical techniques. One individual, wearing a blue shirt, is showing a student how to use a stethoscope to check the pulse or blood pressure of another person seated in front of them.

GSI workshops connect secondary students with future careers

September 24, 2024

We’re all about hands-on learning opportunities for students, and Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI) knows how important it is for young people to see and experience potential car...

The image shows a close-up of a flyer or brochure held by someone, with the bold heading "SPS Extra!" displayed prominently at the top. The text on the flyer reads " Engage IRL CALL TO ACTION, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2024, 9 AM at Yasuhara Middle School.”

SPS Extra: Activities offer alternative to screen time

September 19, 2024

“They’re so distracted from their learning, but it’s also clearly affecting their social outlook.” On this month’s SPS Extra podcast , Athletics & Activities Executive Director S...

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River City Youth Ops kicks off West Central Bike Bus program with Sept. 21 event

September 18, 2024

On Saturday, Sept. 21, River City Youth Ops is hosting a special event at Holmes Elementary School to kick-off the West Central Bike Bus program. This community program is coor...

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Get to know Pat Donahue – North Central Engagement Navigator

September 11, 2024

As part of our Engage IRL initiative with Launch NW , five SPS staff members will support connecting students with activities. These Engagement Navigators are assigned to sch...

Every Student, Every Day, Engaged in Real Life Activities

August 28, 2024

It’s no big mystery or surprise: Students who participate in extracurricular activities statistically have better social, emotional and academic development than their peers. Tha...