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Tuesday, May 12
Breakfast Menu MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Cold Cereal Pretzel Yogurt Cold Cereal Bagel Fruit Bar Cheddar Sauce Donut Holes/Pop Tart Variety Crackers . . . read more
Retirement Reception Set for May 13
Public Welcome to Attend
York Public Schools will bid farewell to five of its long-time employees at the end of the current school year. A reception will be held in their honor on Wednesday, May 13. The public is invited to . . . read more
District Music Contest
District Music Contest was held at Norris High School on Thursday, April 23rd and Friday April 24th. The music department was very well represented. Here are the results: On Thursday, the Jazz band received and Excellent . . . read more
Semester Test Schedule
The school year is fast approaching its end. The last few weeks are filled with school events, such as concerts, banquets and awards ceremonies. Students are encouraged to stay academically motivated and finish . . . read more
Parents Invited to Coronation
Duke and Duchess of 2009 To Be Crowned
Parents and friends of York High School are welcome at the coronation ceremony of the 2009 Duke and Duchess on Saturday, May 2. The ceremony will be at 8:30 pm. Parents and visitiors should note the following procedures: . . . read more
Yowell Invite
Saturday, April 25
This weekend the York Boosters will host the annual Yowell Track Classic. Events kick off at 10 A.M. Admission will be $5.00 per person (or $20.00 per family). No passes will be accepted. Eight teams will be . . . read more
YHS Holds Honors Night
Seniors Awarded Scholarships
On Monday, April 20, YHS held its annual Honors Night, recognizing student scholastic achievements. The event was not only a classy affair, it was a very profitable one for the Class of 2009, with over $150,000 being distributed from . . . read more
York FFA Receives Gift
All-Weather Signs Ensure FFA Presence Will Be Known
The York FFA is a very active organization at school and in the community. The organization is present at numerous school and community functions, fundraisers and, of course, the county fair. Their presence at these various . . . read more
YHS Holds Tornado Drill
Severe Weather Awareness Week, April 6-12
This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Nebraska. Spring is the time of year that bring severe weather concerns and the National Weather Service want everyone to be prepared if severe weather should affect your area. . . . read more
YHS Honors Night, April 20
Student Achievement and Scholarships To Be Recognized
Honors Night will be held in the high school theater on Monday, April 20th, at 7:00 p.m. This event is designed to honor our students for their participation and achievements during this past school year. Please consider . . . read more
Prom 2009 This Weekend
Saturday, May 2
The 2009 York High School Junior-Senior Prom " Enchanted Evening" will be held this weekend, on Saturday, May 2. The juniors have been hard at work creating the decor for their theme "Enchanted Evening." Tickets are . . . read more
Boosters Prepare for Yowell Invite & All-Sports
Don't let the snow and cold weather last weekend fool you... It is spring and the Yowell Track Meet and All Sports Banquet are just around the corner. Each year the YHS Boosters host the Yowell Invitational Track Meet, as well as play . . . read more
B Team Is Quiz Bowl Champ
Team Qualifies for State!
It was a battle of the minds at ESU 6 last week as Quiz Bowl Teams completed against one another. The 2009 York B Team emerged victorious and earned York a berth at state. B Team members include Matt Martin, Teagan Beck, Brett Grieb . . . read more
Fine Arts Banquet
Sunday, April 26
What exactly is the Fine Arts Banquet you may ask? The Fine Arts Banquet is an annual event where York High School and the Fine Arts Boosters celebrate all accomplishments both individual and collective among our fine arts students . . . read more
Hole-ly Mackrel!
Freshman Hits a Hole-in-One at First Meet
Last Thursday was a very good day on the golf course for freshman Jonas Christensen. Jonas travelled with the Varsity golf team to Beatrice to participate in the first meet of the year. Little did Jonas know what was in store . . . read more
Alumni Tournament Weekend A Success
Class of '98 Takes Home the Title
It was a weekend of basketball and reminiscing for York Duke Alumni. The tournament wrapped up late Saturday afternoon, with the championship match up between the Class of '98 and the Class of '03. The Class of '98 took . . . read more
YHS Penny Wars End in All-Time Record Donations
Class of 2010 Is a 3-peat Winner
On Thursday and Friday last week, the YHS Student Advisory Board held its annual Penny Wars fundraiser and a record amount was collected. The group chose to donate this year's collections to fund a cause that provides WWII veterans the . . . read more
YHS Alumni Tournament Begins Tonight
Have you had enough UConn, Villanova and Pitt? Take a break form the NCAA Tournament and come see the Dukes of yesteryears on the court again. Tonight marks the beginning of the Annual Alumni Tournament. Each year former . . . read more
YHS Honors America's Heroes at Excellence Rally
Students Raise Funds to Send Vets to Washington
On Wednesday, March 25, YHS held its final Excellence Rally of the year. Many student accomplishments were acknowledged, including the numerous students who increased their ACT scores 5, 6, 7, even 8 points. The student representatives . . . read more
Soccer Kicks Off the ' 09 Season!
The York Duke soccer season is underway. The Dukes first match was held last Thursday in York with a match the he Kearney Catholic Stars. The boys dominated the Stars in a 6-0 win. Woohoo! The Lady Dukes and . . . read more
Girls Varsity Tennis Season Begins
Dukes Travel to GI Today
The Girls Varsity Tennis team will play their first match of the season today, March 19, in Grand Island. The girls are traveling to GI to play at the Grand Island Central Catholic Invite. The meet is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m., at . . . read more
March Madness Is Coming to York
The Annual Alumni Tournament Will Be Held March 27 & 28
The NCAA's Final Four has nothing over the York Duke Alumni! Each year Dukes come from far and wide to take part in the Annual Alumni Basketball Tournament. This year the tournament will be held on Friday, March 27 and . . . read more
YHS March Vocal Music Concert Tonight
There will be a YHS Vocal Music Concert tonight at 7:00 PM in the YHS Theatre. The concert will include performances by the Concert Choir, Women's Ensemble and Dukes & Duchesses. Admission is $2.00. Activity tickets will be . . . read more
Spring Activities Meeting
Tonight at 7:00 PM
Our meeting for athletes involved in spring activities will be on Monday, March 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the high school theater. Parents and student-athletes will meet with Mr. Dunn from 7:00-7:20 p.m. to discuss rules, regulations, and . . . read more
Basketball Season Comes to a Close
The 2008-2009 York Boys Basketball Team saw their season come to a close on Monday night after losing 64-53 to the Schuyler Warriors in the District Semifinals. The Dukes ended their season with a 12-9 record. The Dukes . . . read more
April ACT Date Approaching
John Baylor Test Preparation Offered at YHS
The John Baylor Test Prep program is being offered to help students prepare for the April ACT. Students may sign-up in the guidance office. The cost is $75 for first time participants. There is no cost for students who . . . read more
Spring Break, March 5 & 6
12:00 Dismissal on Wednesday
This Thursday and Friday, March 5 & 6 will be Spring Break. York Public School will be dismissed at 12:00 on Wednesday, March 4. School will resume on Monday, March 9. read more
Lady Dukes End Season
Boys Play District Game Monday Night
The girls saw their season come to a close Thursday night at Lincoln Northeast as they lost 60-45 to Columbus. The Dukes end their season with an 8-12 record. Columbus will play in the District Final against the unbeaten Seward . . . read more
Speech Team Prepares for Districts
On Tuesday, March 3, the YHS Speech team will be competing at Milford for the District championship and the opportunity to qualify individuals for State competition.. Seven schools will compete against each other at Milford: . . . read more
Districts Begin This Week
Girls Play Thursday at Lincoln Northeast
After disappointing losses at home and on the road last week, the Dukes are ready to "saddle up" and make the run for a District Championship. For the girls, District play begins Thursday night at Lincoln Northeast High . . . read more
Freshmen Attend Lied Center Performance
Grant Provides Funding for Trip
On Tuesday, February 17, all YHS freshmen had the opportunity to take learning outside the classroom and attend a performance of "To Kill a Mockingbird" at the Lied Center in Lincoln. Select scenes of the play based on Harper Lee's . . . read more
FFA Thanks All Who Attended Blood Drive
A Record Number of Units Was Collected
On Thursday, February 19th the York FFA Chapter and York Fire Department co-sponsored their Fifth Annual York Community Blood Drive. "It was a very successful day," said FFA Sponsor Mr. Cal Williams. 107 . . . read more
Wrestlers Return From State
The Dukes competed well against tough competition at the State Tourney over the weekend. The squad returned Saturday night with three medals in their pockets: Ty 4th Place (215-pound weight class); Noah, 5th Place . . . read more
York High School Staff & Faculty
York High School Administration Dr. Dan Endorf Principal Mitch Bartholomew Assistant Principal Jerry Dunn Activities Director . . . read more
Duke Apparel On Sale!
This year's new Duke apparel has arrived! Items in a variety of sizes and colors may be purchased in the high school office. Make "DUKE PRIDE" your fashion statement with one of our nifty hoodies, long-sleeve thermal . . . read more
Student Behavior Guidelines
The rules at York High School have been made for the benefit of the whole school and not for individuals. The right to remain in a class or in school shall be based on individual conduct throughout the school day and at . . . read more
York High School
WE BELIEVE..... it is important for each student to have a safe and secure place for learning that learning is a life long process education is a shared responsibility among student, home, . . . read more
Bell Schedule
REGULAR TIME SCHEDULE Period 1 8:00 – 8:52 2 8:56 – 9:48 3 9:52 – . . . read more
