Our 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant has helped us establish after-school programs at YES and YMS this year. Both programs are off to a good start.
Here are some tid-bits on each:
1) We have 75 students enrolled in the BOOST Program at YES. This programs runs Monday-Thursday from 3:30-5:30 for children in 2nd-5th grade. Each participant receives a healthy snack, homework assistance time, recess/physical activity time, and gets to participate in special workshops like Zumba Tonic, career awareness, etc.
2) We have close to 40 students enrolled in the ALL-STARS Program at YMS. This program runs Monday-Thursday from 3:30-6:00 PM and allows for healthy snacks, physical activity time, homework assistance, academic enrichment, and special guest speakers and activities. They've already experienced a card club, art club, and presentations on crocheting and careers in aeronautics.
Thanks to York General Hospital and "The Let's Move Grant" for partnering with us!
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
YHS Bond Issue
Upcoming Opportunities to learn more about the YHS bond issue:
1) Building tours from 2:00-3:00 PM on October 9, 16, 23, and November 6.
2) Public forums from 7:00-8:00 PM on October 19 and 26.
Please visit www.yorkpublic.org and click on the "YHS Bond Issue" tab on the left side for much more information, pictures, etc.
Below are some comments from two community members:
I attended all four Community Committee meetings which were held earlier this year and provided information from the school administration regarding the many problems that currently exist at the York High School building. A tour was a real eye opener into the many areas of the school that are now sadly deficient. There is serious concern regarding building security and efficiency. These are areas considered dangerous as a result of the analysis of the electrical and wiring system this past fall. There is an inability to keep out moisture and difficulty in maintaining comfortable and efficient climate control settings. There is inability to prepare enough food on site to feed the students. The band and choir facilities are not large enough and specialized enough to meet programming needs. Natural lighting is lacking, carpeting is worn and needs replacement and lockers are sadly outdated. There is an inability to patrol and control who comes in and out of the building because of the current Office/Administration location. Currently the school needs to have early morning and late night athletic practices because of a lack of gym space which a new gym would alleviate. There are numerous other concerns and needs that should be addressed.
As one who graduated from and is thankful for the education received from the York Public Schools, I would strongly urge all citizens of York to visit York High School and become aware of the many problems that need correction. The school is 36 years old and major renovations have never been done.
I feel the time is now and strongly support the proposed bond issue to upgrade and correct the many deficiencies at York High School. -- Harold M. Nordlund, M.D.
When looking at the High School Bond issue from the business side, what would be a better time than now to construct and finance the proposed YHS project? With all-time low interest rates and a good time to find low construction costs, it only makes sense to vote Yes for this Bond. On a personal note, being from the Class of 1975, the first class to graduate from the (at that time) new High School, I would hate to see this building fall into disrepair and end up being like the old Middle School where it was not economically feasible to remodel the existing building. -- Kendell Holthus
1) Building tours from 2:00-3:00 PM on October 9, 16, 23, and November 6.
2) Public forums from 7:00-8:00 PM on October 19 and 26.
Please visit www.yorkpublic.org and click on the "YHS Bond Issue" tab on the left side for much more information, pictures, etc.
Below are some comments from two community members:
I attended all four Community Committee meetings which were held earlier this year and provided information from the school administration regarding the many problems that currently exist at the York High School building. A tour was a real eye opener into the many areas of the school that are now sadly deficient. There is serious concern regarding building security and efficiency. These are areas considered dangerous as a result of the analysis of the electrical and wiring system this past fall. There is an inability to keep out moisture and difficulty in maintaining comfortable and efficient climate control settings. There is inability to prepare enough food on site to feed the students. The band and choir facilities are not large enough and specialized enough to meet programming needs. Natural lighting is lacking, carpeting is worn and needs replacement and lockers are sadly outdated. There is an inability to patrol and control who comes in and out of the building because of the current Office/Administration location. Currently the school needs to have early morning and late night athletic practices because of a lack of gym space which a new gym would alleviate. There are numerous other concerns and needs that should be addressed.
As one who graduated from and is thankful for the education received from the York Public Schools, I would strongly urge all citizens of York to visit York High School and become aware of the many problems that need correction. The school is 36 years old and major renovations have never been done.
I feel the time is now and strongly support the proposed bond issue to upgrade and correct the many deficiencies at York High School. -- Harold M. Nordlund, M.D.
When looking at the High School Bond issue from the business side, what would be a better time than now to construct and finance the proposed YHS project? With all-time low interest rates and a good time to find low construction costs, it only makes sense to vote Yes for this Bond. On a personal note, being from the Class of 1975, the first class to graduate from the (at that time) new High School, I would hate to see this building fall into disrepair and end up being like the old Middle School where it was not economically feasible to remodel the existing building. -- Kendell Holthus
Monday, September 26, 2011
YHS Bond Issue Information
YORK HIGH SCHOOL - BOND ISSUE FACT SHEET
Why is this project needed?
• YHS is showing its age and the effects of being 36+ years old with no major renovations
• To address numerous issues that have become necessities in 21st century education that were not an issue back in 1975 when YHS was constructed; such as an emphasis on technology integration and special education accessibility and programming
• To heighten and emphasize school security/safety with a move of the high school office complex to the front entrance of the building
• Insufficient kitchen, food preparation, and serving area as meals are currently prepared at YMS and transported over daily
• Inadequate and outdated band and vocal music areas that are too small
• Lack of gym space for high school, district, and youth activities
• Greatly enhance electrical and mechanical performance and efficiency
• Improve lighting, windows, doors, and main entry ways
• Update deteriorating bathrooms
• Address lack of parking and traffic flow issues to/from campus
Why do this now?
• Outstanding time for interest rates as YMS bonds were re-financed in October 2010 for a savings of $1.2 million in interest costs
• York Elementary bonds were paid off in May 2011
• Very competitive construction costs that many schools around the state are reporting as 82-85% of their anticipated costs
• With an exceptional middle school and a recently updated elementary, this project would allow York Public Schools to be in great shape for 25-30 years
Public Forums in the YHS media center so you can hear/see more about this bond issue:
• Thursday, Sept. 29th from 7:00-8:00 PM
• Wednesday, October 19th from 7:00-8:00 PM
• Wednesday, October 26th from 7:00-8:00 PM
Building Tours of YHS so you can hear/see why this project is needed:
• Sunday, October 9th from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, October 16th from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, October 23rd from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, November 6th from 2:00-3:00 PM
Financial Considerations & Tax Impact
• Maximum total project cost is $12,535,000 with a 20-year bond term
• Levy would increase no more than 9.7 cents, meaning $97 for every $100,000 of valuation you have. If you have a $200,000 house (for example), your taxes would increase $194 per year or $16.16 per month).
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Check out www.yorkpublic.org and look for the “YHS Bond Issue Information” tab for more information
ELECTION DAY is November 15, 2011
Why is this project needed?
• YHS is showing its age and the effects of being 36+ years old with no major renovations
• To address numerous issues that have become necessities in 21st century education that were not an issue back in 1975 when YHS was constructed; such as an emphasis on technology integration and special education accessibility and programming
• To heighten and emphasize school security/safety with a move of the high school office complex to the front entrance of the building
• Insufficient kitchen, food preparation, and serving area as meals are currently prepared at YMS and transported over daily
• Inadequate and outdated band and vocal music areas that are too small
• Lack of gym space for high school, district, and youth activities
• Greatly enhance electrical and mechanical performance and efficiency
• Improve lighting, windows, doors, and main entry ways
• Update deteriorating bathrooms
• Address lack of parking and traffic flow issues to/from campus
Why do this now?
• Outstanding time for interest rates as YMS bonds were re-financed in October 2010 for a savings of $1.2 million in interest costs
• York Elementary bonds were paid off in May 2011
• Very competitive construction costs that many schools around the state are reporting as 82-85% of their anticipated costs
• With an exceptional middle school and a recently updated elementary, this project would allow York Public Schools to be in great shape for 25-30 years
Public Forums in the YHS media center so you can hear/see more about this bond issue:
• Thursday, Sept. 29th from 7:00-8:00 PM
• Wednesday, October 19th from 7:00-8:00 PM
• Wednesday, October 26th from 7:00-8:00 PM
Building Tours of YHS so you can hear/see why this project is needed:
• Sunday, October 9th from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, October 16th from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, October 23rd from 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sunday, November 6th from 2:00-3:00 PM
Financial Considerations & Tax Impact
• Maximum total project cost is $12,535,000 with a 20-year bond term
• Levy would increase no more than 9.7 cents, meaning $97 for every $100,000 of valuation you have. If you have a $200,000 house (for example), your taxes would increase $194 per year or $16.16 per month).
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Check out www.yorkpublic.org and look for the “YHS Bond Issue Information” tab for more information
ELECTION DAY is November 15, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
School Improvement Goals for York Public Schools
"School Improvement" is very important to us at YPS. Below are the major components of our 5-year improvement plan. Please check our website often for updates on student achievement scores, grade level indicators, and much more.
Goal #1
All students in York Public Schools will meet or exceed proficiency standards and/or show on-going growth in mathematics as demonstrated on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Goal #2
All students in York Public Schools will meet or exceed proficiency standards and/or show on-going growth in reading as demonstrated on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Goal #3
York Public Schools will increase student achievement across the curricular areas and/or close the learning gap between disaggregated subgroups of students as measured on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Goal #1
All students in York Public Schools will meet or exceed proficiency standards and/or show on-going growth in mathematics as demonstrated on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Goal #2
All students in York Public Schools will meet or exceed proficiency standards and/or show on-going growth in reading as demonstrated on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Goal #3
York Public Schools will increase student achievement across the curricular areas and/or close the learning gap between disaggregated subgroups of students as measured on local, state, and/or national assessments.
Monday, August 29, 2011
NeSA Scores
Student achievement scores are in from last spring’s Nebraska State Accountability (NeSA) testing. All 3rd-8th and 11th graders participated in state assessments that dealt with reading and math standards.
York Public Schools is proud to announce that our students did very well once again as we greatly exceeded the state average in both reading and math.
This is the 2nd year for statewide reading scores and the first year for math.
Below are some “bullets” of information we’d like to highlight:
• 78.6% of our 3rd-8th and 11th graders met or exceeded Nebraska Reading Standards. (The state average is 71.9%)
• In 2010, our percentage of students meeting or exceeding the Nebraska Reading Standards was 69.0% so we have shown significant improvement
• With our 78.6% proficiency rate on the state reading test, that ranks us #2 in the ten-member Central Conference
• 67.0% of our 3rd-8th and 11th graders met or exceeded Nebraska Math Standards. (The state average is 62.6%)
o This ranks us #5 in the ten-member Central Conference
• 86% of last year’s 3rd graders (that are now in 4th grade) met or exceeded Nebraska Reading and Math standards
York Public Schools remains committed towards improvement in all areas. We use these numbers to report to our patrons but also to analyze so we can make curriculum and instruction adjustments.
York Public Schools is proud to announce that our students did very well once again as we greatly exceeded the state average in both reading and math.
This is the 2nd year for statewide reading scores and the first year for math.
Below are some “bullets” of information we’d like to highlight:
• 78.6% of our 3rd-8th and 11th graders met or exceeded Nebraska Reading Standards. (The state average is 71.9%)
• In 2010, our percentage of students meeting or exceeding the Nebraska Reading Standards was 69.0% so we have shown significant improvement
• With our 78.6% proficiency rate on the state reading test, that ranks us #2 in the ten-member Central Conference
• 67.0% of our 3rd-8th and 11th graders met or exceeded Nebraska Math Standards. (The state average is 62.6%)
o This ranks us #5 in the ten-member Central Conference
• 86% of last year’s 3rd graders (that are now in 4th grade) met or exceeded Nebraska Reading and Math standards
York Public Schools remains committed towards improvement in all areas. We use these numbers to report to our patrons but also to analyze so we can make curriculum and instruction adjustments.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
All is right in the world again...
Our students are back. Our students are back! Today is a wonderful day as 1,200+ students return to YPS. It is an excellent feeling to feed off their enthusiasm and energy.
Let's all make 2011-12 the best year in the history of YPS. Our staff seems willing and ready to tackle the challenges of a new year.
Go Dukes!
Let's all make 2011-12 the best year in the history of YPS. Our staff seems willing and ready to tackle the challenges of a new year.
Go Dukes!
Monday, August 8, 2011
2011-12...The Year of the Dukes!
Here we go folks. The 2011-12 school year officially begins on August 10th with New Teacher Orientation. We are expecting around 1,215 students to enter our buildings on the first day of school.
Below are some the highlights for the upcoming year:
* After-School programs will begin at YES and YMS
* Our school improvement plan will be finalized with specific building indicators
* YHS will host its own Business Academy
* We will pursue a bond election on November 15th for facility repairs and enhancements at the high school
Below is some recent student achievement data to be proud of:
• YPS average for NWEA/MAPS Reading assessment was an NCE score of 58.28 with the state average being 55.85
• YPS average for NWEA/MAPS Math assessment was an NCE score of 57.71 with the state average being 56.0
** The 5th grade class from last year (moving to YMS as 6th graders next week) improved their overall class score by 3 NCE points in reading and 9 points in math from their performance the year before as 4th graders!!
Below are some the highlights for the upcoming year:
* After-School programs will begin at YES and YMS
* Our school improvement plan will be finalized with specific building indicators
* YHS will host its own Business Academy
* We will pursue a bond election on November 15th for facility repairs and enhancements at the high school
Below is some recent student achievement data to be proud of:
• YPS average for NWEA/MAPS Reading assessment was an NCE score of 58.28 with the state average being 55.85
• YPS average for NWEA/MAPS Math assessment was an NCE score of 57.71 with the state average being 56.0
** The 5th grade class from last year (moving to YMS as 6th graders next week) improved their overall class score by 3 NCE points in reading and 9 points in math from their performance the year before as 4th graders!!
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