Yoakum ISD

Pictured is the Yoakum High School Bulldog Baseball complex.

Pictured is the Yoakum High School Bulldog Baseball complex.

Bulldog Baseball complex updates provided at Yoakum ISD meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
New preliminary pricing for the upcoming Bulldog Baseball complex was revealed at the Yoakum ISD meeting on Aug. 12. Buildings construction updates were provided.Prices are still to be determined for the audio system in the press box as well as the bleacher covers.
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Tips for being safe in school zones

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
As summer vacation comes to an end for students, the 2024-25 school year will beginning for area schools with some starting this week and the remainder next week.Whether a motorist, student or pedestrian, school zone safety is of utmost importance as the new school year starts.
Pictured from left to right are YHS Student Council Secretary Jordyn Eviez, Yoakum Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Alexa Fikac, Illana Garcia, YHS Student Council Vice President, YHS Student Council Communications and Social Media Officer Leah Muenich, YHS Student Council Advisor Amy Robbins, YHS Student Council President Abbie Galvan, YHS Student Council Treasurer Samantha Adamek, LCRA Board Member Margaret D. “Meg” Voelter, City of Yoakum Mayor Pro Tem Tanya Wenzel, City of Yoakum Mayor Carl O’Neill..

Pictured from left to right are YHS Student Council Secretary Jordyn Eviez, Yoakum Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Alexa Fikac, Illana Garcia, YHS Student Council Vice President, YHS Student Council Communications and Social Media Officer Leah Muenich, YHS Student Council Advisor Amy Robbins, YHS Student Council President Abbie Galvan, YHS Student Council Treasurer Samantha Adamek, LCRA Board Member Margaret D. “Meg” Voelter, City of Yoakum Mayor Pro Tem Tanya Wenzel, City of Yoakum Mayor Carl O’Neill..

Yoakum High School receives $25,000 grant for digital sign

News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
The Yoakum High School Student Council soon will install a new marquee in front of Yoakum High School thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) and the City of Yoakum.

YISD receives construction updates

News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
The Yoakum ISD received additional updates on the construction of both the baseball and softball field as well as other projects at the July 8 board meeting.Board members had to decide on a couple of factors that Weaver and Jacobs Constructors Inc. plan to implement.
Yoakum High School Student Council Texas Association of Student Councils (TASC) Top Project Bulldog Beautification. TASC has almost 1,200 member schools. Yoakum’s Student Council is one of only 10 high school student councils statewide to receive the highly-esteemed honor.

Yoakum High School Student Council Texas Association of Student Councils (TASC) Top Project Bulldog Beautification. TASC has almost 1,200 member schools. Yoakum’s Student Council is one of only 10 high school student councils statewide to receive the highly-esteemed honor.

YISD presents certificates, receives construction updates

News Staff
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The Yoakum Independent School District received an update from Weaver and Jacobs Constructors Inc. at the June 10 meeting.One of the main things that have already started includes construction related to access control and safety.
Yoakum Bulldog Band All-State Band Members.Head Band Director: Dr. JenniferVoges. Band Directors: Aaron Villarreal and Lacy Orsak. Three Yoakum High School students were selected as members of this year’s 3A All-State Band.One student was selected to the 4A All-State Band. Rafael Quilpas: all four years member of All-State Band with this year 5th chair French horn for 4A All-State Band; Abbie Galvan: 2nd year in a row 3A All-State Band earning 20th chair clarinet; Delanie Dominguez..

Yoakum Bulldog Band All-State Band Members.Head Band Director: Dr. JenniferVoges. Band Directors: Aaron Villarreal and Lacy Orsak. Three Yoakum High School students were selected as members of this year’s 3A All-State Band.One student was selected to the 4A All-State Band. Rafael Quilpas: all four years member of All-State Band with this year 5th chair French horn for 4A All-State Band; Abbie Galvan: 2nd year in a row 3A All-State Band earning 20th chair clarinet; Delanie Dominguez..

YISD approves Head Start contract, awards presented at May meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
In the agenda, the Yoakum Independent School District approved a contract through INK Education Services for the school’s Head Start Program at the May 13 meeting.“This is for our Head Start Program at the Primary Annex,” Superintendent Tom Kelley said.
The YHS Student Council has received many donations and grants from the community. The most recent donation the council has received was from Yoakum National Bank in the amount of $2,100. Contributed photo.

The YHS Student Council has received many donations and grants from the community. The most recent donation the council has received was from Yoakum National Bank in the amount of $2,100. Contributed photo.

YHS Student Council makes strides on Beautification Project

News Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
It’s been a long and rewarding journey for the Yoakum High School Student Council as they make strides in beautifying Yoakum Independent School District.

YISD submits applications for funding

News Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
The Yoakum Independent School District has initiated several applications for funding at the April 8 meeting.One of these applications included a contract for Title Programs and the Carl Perkins funds.
Pictured from left to right are Yoakum High School Student Council members Leah Muenich, Abbie Galvan, Illana Garcia, Samantha Adamek, Rafael Quilpas, Jordyn Eviez. Contributed photo.

Pictured from left to right are Yoakum High School Student Council members Leah Muenich, Abbie Galvan, Illana Garcia, Samantha Adamek, Rafael Quilpas, Jordyn Eviez. Contributed photo.

YHS Student Council earns statewide recognition

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Yoakum High School (YHS) Student Council has been recognized by the Texas Association of Student Councils (TASC)for its Top Project submission. TASC has almost 1,200 member schools. Of those, it is one of only 10 high school student councils statewide to receive the highly esteemed honor.
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