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Celebrating 25 Years of YES
Visit our 25th anniversary webpage to learn more about our history, hear from our most tenured staff & more!
Latinx Heritage Month
YES Prep Public Schools is proud to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month!
Refer A Family
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Still Accepting Student Applications
We are still accepting applications for 2023-2024 school year.
2023-2024 Academic Calendar
The 2023-2024 Academic Calendar is now available! View or download a copy by clicking below.
The SPARK Family Notes
Hey families! Visit our page every week to receive the latest SPARK news coming from Southside elementary.
Welcome SPARKS
Welcome To YES Prep Southside Elementary!
About Us
At YES Prep Southside Elementary, we strive to become a national model for pre-K to 5 education by delivering rigorous and engaging instruction, arming students with the skills required to be independent and successful in college, and creating a staff culture where every team member is excited to work together to provide life-changing opportunities for our students.
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 SSE Family Notes Volume 3 Issue 3
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about YES Prep Southside Elementary teams up with Brighter Bites for a healthier future
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about Family Update - 25th anniversary updates, YES Prep ranked in U.S. News & World Report, Lottery application opens on October 13, College-Ready Testing Day and more!