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Student Handbook

A new school year is always an exciting time. Yelm Middle School is here to provide our students with the opportunity to be their best selves in a supportive environment. This handbook provides an overview of key expectations and information. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. Welcome to YMS!

–Mark Bowden, Principal

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Positive Attitude

To be optimistic and make the best of any situation.

 

Respect

To treat the school, self and others with dignity and value.

Integrity

To be your best and do the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Determinaton

To hold a course of action despite obstacles.

Empathy

To show acceptance of others by being considerate and sensitive of diverse experiences and values.

  • Do your best
  • Show school spirit
  • Inspire excellence in others
  • Be safe
  • Show others consideration, appreciation and acceptance
  • Demonstrate appropriate language and behaviors
  • Be honest
  • Be responsible
  • Take ownership of your actions
  • Identify and report inappropriate behavirs, bullying and/or harassment
  • Set goals
  • Give consistent effort
  • Learn from mistakes
  • Exceed minimum expectations
  • Walk a mile in someone else's shoes
  • Practice tolerance
  • Problem solve togther (be proactive and productive)

 

YMS Student Handbook (English | Spanish)

*Handbooks are subject to change throughout the year based on board policy, OSPI Guidelines or State & Federal Laws.

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