Lynden School District News

An Open Letter to the Community from the Lynden School Board
An Open Letter to the Community from the Lynden School Board

As your elected Lynden School Board Directors, we are writing to you to provide clear, accurate information about the November 4 bond proposal to replace Lynden High School.  Why Replace … Read More »

Highly Capable Referrals Opening
Highly Capable Referrals Opening

Lynden Schools is opening referrals for Highly Capable Program testing for kindergarten and new students. To refer a student, complete an online referral form (hard copies are available in English … Read More »

Staff Spotlight: Joshua Jorgensen Serving Country and Community
Staff Spotlight: Joshua Jorgensen Serving Country and Community

This post is part of the Lynden Schools Staff Spotlight series If you’re driving around Lynden and see someone rollerblading with odd-looking skates and ski poles, don’t be alarmed. It … Read More »

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 »

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