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Yelm Community Schools will host a Regular School Board Meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at McKenna Elementary, 35120 SR 507 S, McKenna.
The meeting is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.
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At Yelm Community Schools, it is important that all families feel safe, seen, and valued. To make that a reality, we need to hear from you. We invite you to take our Family Belonging Survey between March 30 and April 30. Your anonymous feedback helps us understand what we are doing well and where we can grow to better support your family.
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The board approved the student calendar for the 2026-27 school year at the February 26, 2026, meeting.
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Yelm Community Schools is now using ParentSquare as our primary platform for school communication. Families will receive messages through email, app, voice, or text, helping everyone stay informed and involved.
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There is always a chance weather can impact our school schedule. Here are a few FAQs and topics to discuss with your children.
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McKenna Elementary School, 35120 WA-507, Roy, WA 98580, USA
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Yelm School District Office, 107 1st St NE, Yelm, WA 98597, USA
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