Complete the Q3 Program Survey
Complete the Quarter 3 Program Survey to select between our In Person at School or Online at Home program options for your student.
Reignited Pulse Check Survey
Provide feedback on how well YES Prep is addressing Health & Safety, Student Engagement, Communication, etc., so far this school year.
Virtual Family Tours
Learn more about YES Prep, meet campus staff, get acquainted with campus culture and more!
Now Accepting Applications
The 2021–22 Student Lottery Application is now open | Seats available for grades PK-3rd and 6-12
Now Accepting Applications For Elementary | Pre-K - 2nd
Apply now to one of our four elementary schools for the 2021-22 school year | Seats available for grades pre-K-2nd
In-Person Learning Checklist
Students who are returning to campuses for In-person learning must complete the Daily Health Check before the student arrives at school each morning to ensure a faster check-in process on campus.
Seats Still Available
We're still accepting seats 6-10th at YES Prep Southside. Visit the link below to register today!
Teach at YES Prep
Teacher application for 2021-22 now open. Join the YES Prep team where your passion meets purpose.
About Us
YES Prep Southside exists to eliminate educational inequity by partnering with the Southside community. We develop Giants who are ready to excel in and graduate from a 4-year college. We empower Giants to demonstrate resilience and integrity, advocate for self and their community, and always strive for excellence.
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Who We Are
90%
First Generation College Students
97%
African American and Hispanic
85%
Economically Disadvantaged
90%
Graduation Rate
Our Community
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about Virtual Coffee with the Founding Principal
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about Two additional elementary schools coming soon
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Prior to Southside, Jamie worked as the interim Director of Academics at YES Prep Hoffman. He has also taught at YES Prep North Forest and served as principal at YES Prep Eisenhower.