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Mark DiBella on How to Lead a Change

YES Prep's school director discusses how to create a positive environment for everyone in the school community.

Teacher Development, High (9-12)

Academic Rigor that Prepares Students for College

Project learning, integrated studies, and comprehensive assessment support a drive to achieve high academic standards.

Comprehensive Assessment, Integrated Studies, Project-Based Learning, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

Cultivating Parent Engagement

A focus on family involvement is one reason for student success in the rigorous college-prep environment at YES Prep North Central in Houston, Texas.

Comprehensive Assessment, Social & Emotional Learning, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

How YES Prep Prepares Students for College and Beyond

A focus on college preparation for all students helps get them to four-year schools.

Integrated Studies, Social & Emotional Learning, High (9-12)

YES Prep Hires and Supports Great Teachers

In a school where students and staff alike give 100 percent every day, teacher support and a strong community are key.

Integrated Studies, Teacher Development, High (9-12)

YES Prep Demonstrates Successful Team Teaching

Sixth and seventh-grade teachers pair up in the classroom to integrate their subjects.

Integrated Studies, Teacher Development, Middle (6-8)

YES Prep Makes Learning Relevant

Ninth-grade English teacher Rachael Arthur makes Shakespeare come to life for her students.

Comprehensive Assessment, Integrated Studies, Teacher Development, High (9-12)

Chris Barbic Shares His Vision for Reform

The visionary leader behind the YES Prep family of schools discusses the organization's origins and philosophy.

Teacher Development, High (9-12)

A Once-Troubled Student Transforms into a Star

Kicked out of YES Prep as a sophomore, senior Erick Gonzalez returned to face the challenges and receive the support the school has offered him.

Social & Emotional Learning, High (9-12)

YES Prep Cultivates a Culture of Achievement

A supportive and caring environment underpins a strict discipline program.

Social & Emotional Learning, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)