Superintendent’s Welcome Back Message – 2025-2026
August 8, 2025
Over the summer months, I hope you’ve had the opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends and to recharge for the year ahead. There’s a sense of excitement that only comes with the start of a new school year, with new goals, new opportunities, and a renewed focus on what matters most…inspiring each student to have BOLD future.
To our students: This year is yours to shape. Be curious. Be engaged. Be fearless. Our schools are safe places to explore, grow, and discover your interests.
To our families: Thank you for your trust and partnership. You are the expert on your student. We appreciate your involvement and look forward to working together to support your student’s journey.
To our community members and educational partners: Your continued support plays an important role in our students’ success. Together, we’re creating future-focused learning experiences that prepare students to grow through each stage (elementary, middle, and high school) and graduate ready to make meaningful contributions to our community.
Important Reminders
If you have not already done so, please visit our new Back to School Guide and online calendar. Both resources contain important dates, information on our programs, and ways to enhance the home-to-school connection.
Dates to Remember
- Tuesday, August 19: Transition Day for Kindergarten, Grades 3, 6, and 9 Only
- Wednesday, August 20: First Day of School for ALL Students
- Monday, September 1: No School: Labor Day Break
- Tuesday, September 2: Deadline for Updating Documents in Infinite Campus
Stay Connected
In addition to checking for email messages from your child’s school and the District, please stay connected by regularly visiting our website at yssd.org and following us on social media (Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn).
Best wishes for a great first day! I look forward to seeing many of you in our annual First Day Welcome Back Video.
Sincerely,
Scott T. Krauser, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
skrauser@yssd.org