FAQs

What is the YESPhilly educational model?

YESPhilly has classes in all of the subjects required for a high school diploma by the School District of Philadelphia. Our school is designed to help students become confident and competent lifelong learners while preparing them to succeed in post-secondary education and careers.  Classes are small and are designed so students can work at their instructional level and get the individual attention they need. YESPhilly classes are project-based and use the Summit Learning Platform, a blended instructional model that focuses on student collaborative projects and core content knowledge. Media arts and technology skills are infused throughout the school with several levels of media and technology classes. Our school year is divided into four terms and a summer cycle. New students can enroll at the beginning of each term and students, who have earned all required credits, graduate at the end of each term.

How does YESPhilly support postsecondary success?

YESPhilly students earn high school diplomas, enroll in college, and prepare for work and careers.  We  start preparing them for college and careers as soon as they arrive and we continue to provide support after they graduate. Every YESPhilly student sets their own goals, and creates a student development plan that gives them control over what they do, and responsibility for their own progress. While at YESPhilly, students go on college tours, learn how to apply to college and how to get financial aid. Students also complete PA Career Ready skills in Naviance, learn how to prepare their resume, and develop the habits and skills they will need to succeed in college and careers– responsibility, persistence, initiative, teamwork and goal-setting.

does Yesphilly provide any additional supports?

YESPhilly counselors help every student to make sure they receive the social and emotional supports and resources they need to succeed at YESPhilly and after graduation. Counselors work with each student individually, in groups, and with their families to address barriers that interfere with their wellbeing and success.