Back to School 2024-2025

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We hope our scholars and families are taking the opportunity to rest and recharge before the new school year. It's never too late or early enough to start preparing for the year ahead, whether you're new to the district or a returning scholar. We've developed this page for you to explore up-to-date resources that will help kick-start a successful 2024-2025 school year.

Key Reminders for the 2024-2025 School Year

School Start Dates

Youngstown Rayen Early College High School: August 19, 2024.

The rest of the district (*with the exception of preschool): Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Preschool: Monday September 9, 2024

School Hours 
Preschool: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Elementary: 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Middle School: 7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.; Rayen Early College Middle School-7:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 
High School: Chaney-8:00 a.m.-2:42 p.m.; Choffin- 8:40 a.m.-2:40 p.m.; East-8:00 a.m.-2:53 p.m.; 
Youngstown Rayen Early College High School-7:35 a.m.-2:36 p.m.
Wilson Alternative School and Virtual Academy: 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

  • How do I register my scholar for the school year? YCSD transitioned to FinalForms, where all necessary forms, like registration and medical documents, are to be completed.

  • Is transportation offered? The Youngstown City Schools Transportation Department will provide transportation for eligible PreK-8 resident scholars. High school transportation is not available. The WRTA is an alternative high schoolers may utilize https://www.wrtaonline.com. For more information, visit the

    Transportation Department's web page. Transportation phone number: 330-744-5905.

  • Are school supplies being provided? No, families are responsible for purchasing school supplies. Lists are available at this link: https://bit.ly/SchoolSupplies2425

  • Updated cell phone policy:

    In May 2024, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 250, which requires every school district in Ohio to establish an official policy governing cell phone usage during school hours and seeks to minimize student cell phone use in K-12 schools. YCSD already has a board policy prohibiting electronic device use. However, the board, and district, will introduce Yondr pouches for grades 5-12. Yondr pouches are designed to temporarily lock away cell phones and Bluetooth devices such as headphones and smartwatches. During school hours, scholars will place their phones and any Bluetooth device in the pouch, which stays with their homeroom teacher until the end of the school day.  Read more about the updated cell phone procedures here: https://bit.ly/YCSDYondr

  • Breakfast and Lunch: All enrolled scholars receive no cost breakfast and lunch all year long. Menus for elementary through high school are updated monthly.

  • How does the district communicate with families?

    YCSD utilizes multiple channels to send important communications with families. It is imperative we have up to date contact information, and for families not to opt out of any communications from the district. The below channels will also be used to send updates, including any emergency communications.

    •  Remind

    • Robocalls

    • Mobile App (free on the Apple and GooglePlay Stores)

    • Text messages

    • Website

    • Social media (Facebook, Instagram, X (formally Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube

Open House Schedules (to be determined)

Preschool

Wednesday, August 28th, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Elementary Schools

Harding Elementary School

Tuesday, September 3, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary

Thursday, September 5, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Paul C. Bunn Elementary

Friday, August 30, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (Parent/guardian meeting begins at 1:00 p.m.)

Taft Elementary School

Tuesday, September 3, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Volney Rogers Elementary School

Tuesday, September 3, 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Middle Schools

Chaney Middle School

Tuesday, August 20th, 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m., and again at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Wednesday, August 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 22, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

East Middle School

Wednesday, August 28 6th grade orientation 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. School-wide orientation 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Rayen Early College Middle School 

Tuesday, September 24, 5th grade: 7:30 a.m.-8:45 a.m. 6th-8th grade: 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

High Schools

Chaney High School

Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Choffin Career and Technical Center

Adult Education:Tuesday, August 20,
3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

High School: Friday, August 30, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

East High School

Tuesday, September 10, 6:00 p.m.

Youngstown Rayen Early College High School

Friday, September 13th, 10:00am-2:00pm

Alternative School

Wilson Alternative and Virtual Academy 

Friday, August 30, Noon-2:00 p.m.
 

Welcome Families!

Interested in volunteering?Want to familiarize yourself with school policies and practices? Connect with Parent Pathways to learn more.

Parent and Scholar Code of Excellence

Scholars are expected to adhere to the district's rules and regulations, following the Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS).

Transportation Information

Access links where you can see your scholars bus assignments, and bus rules to ensure everyone's safety.

Calendars

Follow the district calendars for important dates. YREC High School follows YSU's schedule, so their calendar will differ.

Scholar Athletes

YCSD is proud to offer our scholars extracurricular sports in the district's upgraded and new athletics facilities.

Student Services

As a local school district, we have the responsibility to identify and evaluate all children with disabilities. The department provides support services for all students empowering them to become productive citizens.

Logins

Scholars can view assignment postings, and their calendars, and grades, making it easier to stay organized and up-to-date.

District Events

All schools maintain their own calendars, but the central events section is where you'll find board meeting dates, graduation dates, and lists of special events.

Homelessness Assistance

The purpose of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Children and Youth Program is to ensure that all children and youth, including preschoolers, have equal access to the same free and appropriate public education as non-homeless children and youth.

Nursing Services and YOUcare Clinics

The district provides avenues to school-based health clinics and dental care across YCSD.

No cost Breakfast and Lunch

Good nutrition and education go hand-in-hand. All enrolled scholars eat breakfast and lunch at no cost.

Community Resources

Here you'll find valuable links to external support services.