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Senior Signing Day 2024
Come celebrate our 25th Anniversary of Senior Signing Day on May 21st!
Transportation Registration
Returning families: Confirm in Skyward if your child will need transportation services and/or request special accommodations for this next school year. Complete the form by June 14.
Refer A Family
Know a family or friend who may be interested in YES Prep? Send them our way!
The Giant Memo. Every Friday.
Visit our Southside page every week for your latest Family Notes. Stay informed on the happenings around campus.
Celebrating 25 Years of YES
Visit our 25th anniversary webpage to learn more about our history, hear from our most tenured staff & more!
2023-2024 Academic Calendar
The 2023-2024 Academic Calendar is now available! View or download a copy by clicking below.
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
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