Jessica Astorga August 31, 1987 – 2023 Jessica Donikowski Astorga was born to Marie and Rodolfo Astorga on August 31st, 1987 in Duarte, California. She grew up in Oakhurst, California as the eldest sister to Lyndsey and Marissa. Upon Rudy’s passing in 1990, Jessica and her sisters were provided for by her mom Marie and countless other strong resilient women. Upon ...

MADERA COUNTY–On Tuesday, February 27, Madera South High’s prosecution and Yosemite High’s defense teams competed in the championship round of the 2024 Honorable Edward P. Moffat Madera County Mock Trial. The Mock Trial was held on February 7, 13, 15, and 27.  Madera South High School won for the first time in the school’s history. The team will attend the ...

Roger Gaston Mercier, Sr. 1944 – February 6, 2024 Surrounded by his family, Roger Gaston Mercier Sr passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024, at his daughter and son-in-law’s home in La Canada, California after a short battle with a rare aggressive form of cancer. Roger was a son, husband, papa, teacher, coach, grandfather, and friend who will always be ...

MADERA COUNTY–The Yosemite Unified School District joins over 1,000 local educational agencies across California in observing School Board Recognition Month. In the evolving landscape of education, school board members play a crucial role in prioritizing enhanced learning and student wellbeing. These individuals work to shape the foundational policies and priorities that significantly impact student outcomes. “Our Board of Trustees members ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your sunscreen, everyone, because summer swim season is almost here! If you want to start teaching your kids to swim or just work on that summer beach body, My Club and the Baker Swim Complex at Yosemite High School have got you covered. Check out what’s going on! My Club Programs June 12 – August ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Every year, Soroptimist of The Sierras gives three cash awards for their Live Your Dream program to women completing their education. This year, at their award ceremony and spring tea luncheon, the applicants chosen to receive the $1,500 awards included Karen Wood, Sarah Howard, and Krystal Anderson. Live Your Dream Award recipients may use the cash award ...

With extreme sadness, we announce the passing of the young, sweet, and beautiful Miss Amaya Suni Chenot. She was 22 years at the time. In the early morning hours of Wednesday April 12, 2023, Amaya passed on into heaven. She was the victim of a tragic car accident while on her way to work. Amaya was a Fresno county resident ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Heads up, everyone! You don’t want to miss out on Yosemite High School Music Department’s 14th Annual “Nite on the Town!” There will be amazing live music performed by YHS Music Department students, plus a silent and live auction, treats made by YHS Culinary, and more! Dates & Times: Saturday, May 6, & Sunday, May 7, 2023, from ...

OAKHURST — Yosemite High School has earned accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) through June 2025. The school was notified of its renewed status after a recent mid-cycle visit. The accreditation process includes an evaluation by members of a committee to examine the school’s purpose, program, and operations, based on WASC criteria. An essential aspect of ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Yosemite High School won the 2023 Honorable Edward P. Moffat Madera County Mock Trial held on February 8, 9, 15, and 16, 2023. Yosemite High’s defense and Madera South High School’s prosecution teams competed in the championship round held on Thursday, February 16. Yosemite won the competition and will attend the State Mock Trial on behalf of ...