Lynden School District News

Real-World Science at LHS
Real-World Science at LHS

A new forensics class offered at Lynden High School puts real-world science in the Lynden classroom. Seen here, students investigating their first mock crime scene. 

LHS Bond-Focused Walking Tours with the Superintendent
LHS Bond-Focused Walking Tours with the Superintendent

As the Nov. 4 Lynden Schools bond vote approaches, David VanderYacht, superintendent, is hosting a range of walking tours and Q&A sessions on upcoming Saturdays.  The walking tours at Lynden … Read More »

Welcome Back to School
Welcome Back to School

It’s an exciting day at Lynden Schools. The first day of school for the 2025-26 year has arrived across the entire district. Welcome back, students and families! For photos, visit … Read More »

A Welcome Message from Superintendent VanderYacht
A Welcome Message from Superintendent VanderYacht

Warm greetings to the families and friends of Lynden Schools as we prepare for the start of the 2025–2026 school year. Like many of you, I feel the shift from … Read More »

School Supply Distribution Day

School Supply Distribution Day will be held on August 21st from 9am-1pm at the Main Street Campus for K-12 students who may need assistance.

Lynden Hires Director of Safety and Security
Lynden Hires Director of Safety and Security

Jake Leland joins Lynden Schools as the district’s new director of safety and security. The district crafted the new position based on a recommendation by a community-led task force reviewing … Read More »

Annual Back to School Paperwork Opens Tuesday,  Aug. 5
Annual Back to School Paperwork Opens Tuesday, Aug. 5

We hope that you and your family have been enjoying the summer break. We are eagerly preparing our schools for your student(s) first day of school; Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.  Family Access is open for Back … Read More »

Annual Budget Hearing
Annual Budget Hearing

The District’s Annual Budget Hearing is scheduled for Aug 7th at 6:30 pm. Director of Finance & Operations, Ben Thomas, will be presenting the proposed 25/26 budget for consideration by … Read More »

Lynden Adds Director of Safety and Security for 2025-2026 
Lynden Adds Director of Safety and Security for 2025-2026 

A shared passion for student safety led volunteers on the Lynden Schools Safety and Security Task Force to focus on ways to improve the district. That volunteer effort resulted in a list of recommendations … Read More »

Lynden High Adds Girls Flag Football for 2025
Lynden High Adds Girls Flag Football for 2025

Looking to increase opportunities for girls at Lynden High School, the Lions will offer girls flag football during the 2025-26 winter sports season for the first time. The WIAA, the … Read More »

Three children gathered around a clipboard while one draws
Marching band walking down a rainy street holding a 'Lynden' banner
Two friends looking at the camera and smiling