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Free Meals for Yamhill Carlton Students
Beginning in September of the 2024-2025 School Year, all students attending Yamhill-Carlton Elementary, YC Intermediate, and YC High School will be eligible for free lunch and breakfast!* The State of Oregon and the National School Lunch Program have lowered poverty rates for the Community Eligibility Program, allowing this change to be made in our district. This program will be in effect for the next 4 school years!
Students who currently have a positive balance on their account may continue to use it for the Ala Carte Items or Second Meal purchases. Ala Carte items and Second Meal purchases can be purchased with cash if you do not have any funds in your account. If you would like a refund, please submit the Food Service Refund Request form.
Students who currently have a negative balance on their account are still responsible for paying off the balance. Payments can be made at the YC District Office, School Office, or online at https://www.mymealtime.com/.
Waivers for Athletics, School Registration Fees, College Exams
Since Free and Reduced meal forms will no longer be needed, a waiver form is required for reduced pricing on athletics, student fees, & college exams. The federal poverty rates will be used to determine eligibility for reduced or waived fees. Your consent is required to share the eligibility results with school secretaries in order for them to apply the correct rates to invoices and fees. The waiver form is available here.
*A claimable meal at a school lunch is a meal that meets the meal pattern requirements and is served to an eligible student in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs
YCHS Cheerleading Secures First State Championship
Yamhill Carlton High School Cheerleading made history in 2024 by winning its first state championship in the 3A/2A/1A Traditional category. The team, composed primarily of underclassmen, achieved this remarkable feat despite limited preparation time in the fall due to many members participating in other sports. Their collective energy and perseverance paid off as they narrowly edged out Santiam Christian to claim the title. The community is buzzing with excitement and optimism, especially considering the youth of the team. Everyone looks forward to seeing what they are able to accomplish this year and beyond!
Yamhill-Carlton School District Maintenance and Facilities Projects Update
Over the past year, the Yamhill-Carlton School District undertook several important maintenance and facilities projects aimed at enhancing the safety and security of our schools. These efforts, completed with significant contributions from our dedicated staff, have brought considerable improvements across the district.
Rekeying of District Locks: All district locks were rekeyed over the summer, a project that not only secures our schools better but also provides an improved system for distributing and tracking access among staff. Trained in the rekeying process, our staff completed the task themselves, saving the district a significant amount in contractor fees.
Intermediate School Security Enhancements: At the Intermediate School, a new fencing and locking system was installed, providing a crucial barrier between classroom doors and the public. Recognizing the building was designed and built before current safety challenges, this addition offers an extra layer of protection for our students, ensuring their well-being in the modern educational environment.
Intercom and Camera System Upgrades: We have also upgraded the intercom and camera systems throughout the district, transitioning to a cloud-based system. This allows for connectivity across multiple sites and with law enforcement devices, a significant improvement over the previous system, which required law enforcement to come into the district to view camera footage. Additional cameras have been installed, increasing the coverage and monitoring capabilities of our security system.
Replacement of Exterior Stairs at the High School: In addition to security upgrades, the district addressed a significant safety issue at the high school by replacing a failing exterior set of stairs. The new stairs will provide a safe exit for students for years to come. This project was a priority to ensure safe and reliable access to the building, reflecting our commitment to maintaining high safety standards throughout our facilities.
These projects are part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and staff. We are proud of the work completed this summer and grateful for the dedication of our district staff in ensuring these upgrades were implemented efficiently and effectively.
The District looks forward to sharing a comprehensive Safety & Facilities Report later this fall, which will provide further details on these and other projects aimed at improving the Yamhill-Carlton School District.
Thank you for your continued support as we strive to make our schools a safe and nurturing place for learning.
Summer Library Success
The YCES Summer Library program was a resounding success, and the excitement is palpable! Over the course of several weeks, nearly 200 students eagerly participated in the summer school program, which placed a strong emphasis on literacy while also offering a variety of engaging, hands-on activities. Running weekly from July 9 to August 8, the program provided students with an enriching environment to explore new interests, make friends, and deepen their love for learning.
Each week, students delved into a different theme, ranging from photography and scrapbooking to construction and DIY projects. They had the opportunity to get creative, build with their hands, and capture memories, all while honing their literacy skills in fun and innovative ways. For those who enjoy staying active, the program included mindful movement sessions with yoga, where students could learn about the importance of mental well-being while practicing calming techniques. Additionally, unique games and sports sessions offered a mix of traditional and non-traditional activities, ensuring there was something for everyone to enjoy.
One of the most popular sessions was "Let's Blow Things Up," where students explored scientific concepts through exciting and safe experiments that sparked curiosity and excitement. These activities were designed to make reading and learning not only educational but also a source of joy and discovery.
Best of all, the entire program was offered free of charge, ensuring that every student at Yamhill Carlton Elementary School had the opportunity to participate. The overwhelming enthusiasm and positive feedback from students and parents alike made this summer one for the books, and the impact on the school community has been incredibly positive.
The school is already looking forward to next summer and can't wait to continue providing students with creative and inspiring opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who made this program possible, and to the amazing students for making this summer so special!
Yamhill Carlton Trap Shooters: #1 In The Nation
Congratulations to the Yamhill Carlton Trap Shooting team on their first-place finish at the 2024 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship, held in early July in Michigan. The YC Team represented the smallest school in the competition and finished ahead of 259 other high school clay target teams with a final score of 487 of 500. In addition, Madison Gregor, the only girl on the team, placed 8th in the Women’s Individual Championship.
The team had won several clay target championships this year even before they arrived at the main event in Michigan.
"I had full confidence in this team. We’ve always shot good. This year especially, we've shot amazing," said team member Jaeger Ward.
But still, with a student body of fewer than 300 hundred students, they were the underdogs at the national championships; a small school competing against more than 450 other schools from around the country, most of them much bigger. To win a national championship is a big deal.
Madison Gregor said earning individual recognition was an honor, but nothing beats a team championship. "Being on a team podium was even more of an accomplishment because there were more kids that had to do well in order for us to get there,"
Trapshooting is a game of movement, action and split-second timing. It requires the accuracy and skill to repeatedly aim, fire and break the 4 1/4 inch disc which are hurled through the air at a speed of 42mph, simulating the flight path of a bird fleeing a hunter.
Trap shooters are required to shoot at a target after they calls "pull." It doesn’t matter in scoring if the shooter hits only a small piece of the target or whether they shatter the target. The target is considered a "dead" or "lost" bird. If the target is hit it is "dead." Shooters stand a minimum of 16 yards from the trap houses.
To register for the Fall 2024 season: visit Claytargetscoring.com and enter team ID Yan889
Yamhill-Carlton School District Extends Gratitude to Booster Club for Commitment to Repair Laughlin Stadium
“The School Board extends our deepest gratitude to the Yamhill-Carlton Booster Club for their remarkable dedication in committing to the restoration of Laughlin Stadium, otherwise known as the Yamhill Carlton High School Grandstands”, said Board member Susan Fitzgerald.
“Laughlin Stadium has been a cornerstone of our community since 1961, hosting memorable events and gatherings. Unfortunately, due to structural concerns, we were forced to close it during the 2022-23 school year, impacting many cherished activities. We are extremely excited to welcome the community back due to the generous support of the Booster Club”, said Superintendent Clint Raever.
The restoration of the stadium started in July and will be completed by late August prior to the first home football game on Friday, September 6, 2024. Several local contractors, including Design Build Contractors Inc., DCS, and DeMoss & Gutter Man LLC are working on the project. Upon completion, the project will be approved by the structural engineer prior to the reopening.
A recent commitment by the Booster Club to preserve the stadium is a testament to the community’s overall and ongoing commitment to our students. Their generous effort not only aids in the restoration of this landmark but also allows the district to save resources and reallocate funds to other necessary facility projects around the district. This generous commitment saves the district from needing to ask the community to invest in a new stadium projected to cost between 3 to 5 million. “The Boosters are excited to see Laughlin Stadium restored with the structural issues fixed. Seeing our students able to play on their home field was our motivation for getting this done for the Yamhill Carlton School District and our overall community,” said (Booster Club Member Name and title - ie president.)This initiative is one of many great examples of community members taking collective responsibility for providing students and the community with facilities we can all be proud of.
“The dedication of the Booster Club is truly inspiring,” said Clint Raever, Superintendent, of Yamhill-Carlton School District. “Their commitment not only helps in the restoration of Laughlin Stadium but also exemplifies the community spirit that makes our district so special. Together, we can ensure that Laughlin Stadium continues to be an important gathering place for our community.”
We are excited about the future of Laughlin Stadium and the opportunities it will bring for our students and community. Thank you to the Booster Club and all community members who have contributed to this important cause.