
Vote for York Prep 11th grade athlete, Alec Herndon for the Rock Hill Herald's Player of the Week!
#PatriotPride #GoPatriots
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article250293960.html

Elementary Families- Please return all school library books before spring break by April 1st. Please feel free to reach out to Ms. Comer with questions at renee.comer@yorkprepsc.org.

Athletic Update:
Schedule Change:
-The baseball games scheduled for 3/30, 4/2 and 4/3 will be rescheduled. Please continue to refer to our athletic website at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/athletics/events for schedule updates.
- Come out and cheer on your Patriots at this week's home games! Go Patriots!
* Today at 5:00 pm: Boys Varsity Soccer vs Lewisville High School
* Tuesday at 5:00 pm: Boys Varsity Soccer vs Legion

York Prep loves celebrating our student's success both on and off our campus. Congratulations to York Prep 9th grade student, Ariana Onofrio who has qualified as a SC State Gymnastics Champion and will be competing in the Regional Championship. Congratulations and good luck Ari!
#PatriotPride #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA

Athletic Announcement: The baseball game scheduled for tonight vs North Central High School has been canceled.

York Prep loves celebrating our student's success both on and off our campus. Congratulations to York Prep 3rd grade student, Hannah Hosenfeld who competed in the South Carolina Xcel Silver State meet and won Gold on Beam, Gold on Floor, Gold on Vault, and Silver on Bars. Hannah won All Around State Champion for her division and has qualified to represent South Carolina as a Team Member at Regionals in Georgia. Huge congratulations Hannah and best of luck at Regionals!
#yorkprepfamily #FromRootstoBloom

Calling all 3rd-12th grade students interested in participating in Winter Guard! The deadline to register is Tuesday, March 30. Please contact Coach Alisa Channell with questions at alisa.channell@yorkprepsc.org.
More Information: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/406389?org=band

Announcement 3/22/21: York Prep Now Accepting 2021 Board Nominations
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/425246?org=york-prep

Athletic Update: Baseball Game wirh Andrew Jackson moved to tomorrow at 12:00 pm
The away game scheduled for tonight at Andrew Jackson High School has been postponed to tomorrow at 12:00 pm. Please contact Coach Robbins with questions at will.robbin@yorkprepsc.org.

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating York Prep Senior, Khamari Frank who will be joining the United States Navy after graduation. Congratulations Khamari and thank you for serving!
#FromRootstoBloom #citizenship #PatriotDNA #yorkprepfamily #2021graduate

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Due to possible severe weather including high winds and risk of tornados, York Preparatory Academy will be holding an E-Learning Day on Thursday, 3/18/21 for all students and staff. All in-person learning, athletic activities, and Patriots Promise will be canceled for tomorrow. Your child's teacher will be available throughout the day (pending power and internet availability).

Vote for York Prep Varsity Girls Soccer athlete, Malaina Williams for the Rock Hill Herald's Player of the Week. #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article249964404.html

Athletic Update: Today's baseball game at Central High has been cancelled. Players should report to the weight room at 3:30pm today.

Come out and cheer on your Patriots in the first HOME GAMES of the season!
- Wednesday, 3/17 @ 5pm: Varsity Boys Soccer vs Buford HS
- Friday, 3/19 @ 5 pm: Varsity Girls Soccer vs Lewisville HS
- Monday, 3/22 @ 5 pm: Varsity Baseball vs Legion
For ticket and safety information, please visit the following link. https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/416538?org=athletics
#PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily

Check out York County Library's Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival featuring readings from York Prep staff and high school students. #ReadAcrossAmerica #yorkprepfamily
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0WftgPgdBF8WuY1WpitRBNqwCd_KuLd5

Today York Prep is celebrating Read Across America Day at the Elementary and Career Day in the Middle and High School. Feel free to email your photo to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org to be featured online.
#YorkPrepFamily

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating York Prep Senior, Jalin Howell-Foster who will be attending Shabazz Barber & Styling College to become a professional barber. Congratulations Jalin!
#FromRootstoBloom #yorkprepfamily #2021graduate

Happy Hat Day York Prep! If you have not had the chance, make sure to register at www.funrun.com and choose your school and homeroom. Remember tomorrow is a Teacher Workday with no school for students. Thank you for your continued support York Prep and have a great long weekend! #yorkprepfamily

York Prep 8th grade student, Riley Darby making the news. "This eighth-grader, who will be a key hitter/pitcher for the Patriots this season, is already a Division I prospect, according to York Prep baseball coach Will Robbins." #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article249818743.html

York Prep's Spring Sports games start this week! Check out the following link with important parking, ticket, and safety protocols for spring sports. Go Patriots!
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/416538?org=athletics
#PatriotPride

Families are welcome to attend our High School AP Capstone Information Meeting on March 10 at 2:00 pm virtually.
York Prep's AP Capstone program is a two year program where students take AP Seminar and AP Research where they get to choose their own independent topic to research and hone their research, argumentative, writing, and presenting skills. Students who successfully complete both courses and pass both exams will get an AP seminar and research certificate and those who pass both and 4 other AP exams will get an AP Capstone diploma. For additional information, please visit the College Board website https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-capstone
Please contact Ms. Butler with questions at felicia.butler@yorkprepsc.org.
Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/93640745093?pwd=TG9YSFRWYm9PY2xjT1FWNFlJQzVndz09#success

Senior cap & gown photos are scheduled with Legacy for Monday, March 22nd. Sign up for a time at the link below. There will be no date for photo retakes so seniors must sign up and attend this session. Please contact jeremy.linnick@yorkprepsc.org with questions.
Legacy Link: https://seniors.legacystudios.com/york-preparatory-academy-rock-hill-sc/

Vote for Kory Davis, the Rock Hill Herald's Player of the Week nominee!
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article249609573.html
#PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily

York Prep's mission is that our students, "possess the knowledge, skills, character, and determination necessary to excel in their chosen post-secondary pursuits and in life."
In Mr. Barrett's Science class, our 7th grade students have been conducting lab investigations using their knowledge to predict chemical reactions.
#GreatTeachers #FromRootsToBloom #PatriotDNA #YorkPrepFamily

At York Prep, we love to celebrate our students! Cheer on your YPA soccer or baseball athlete wearing customized spirit wear. Order a custom graduation yard sign to celebrate your Senior or Kindergarten graduate. Our Spirit Wear store is open and accepting orders! Please contact spiritwear@yorkprepsc.org with questions.
Spirit Store Link: https://www.ypaonlinestore.org
#PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily #GoPatriots

You have one more chance to order your 2020/21 yearbook. Due to requests, yearbooks ordering is open this weekend ONLY and will close on Sunday, 2/28/21 with no more orders accepted after this date. York Prep will not purchase extra 2020/21 Yearbooks this year. Please make sure to select the correct building link when purchasing your yearbook. York Prep cannot refund or swap incorrect yearbooks as they are being purchased directly through Jostens and we will not have extras on campus.
* Elementary K-4th Grade Yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2423414/York-Preparatory-Academy-K-4/
* Middle 5th-8th Grade Yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2256191/York-Preparatory-Academy-5-8/2021-Yearbook/2020082504263093798/CATALOG_SHOP/
* High 9th-12th Grade Yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2283859/York-Preparatory-Academy-9-12/2021-Yearbook/2020082504264436098/CATALOG_SHOP/

Don't have a ticket for tonight's game. Gray Collegiate plans to stream it live on their Facebook page beginning at 7:00 pm. Go Patriots!
https://www.facebook.com/graycollegiate

It's Game Day!!! Good luck Patriots! Tickets can be found at https://gofan.co/app/events/249477?schoolId=SC71172
#GoPatriots #PatriotPride

Congratulations York Prep Junior, Kory Davis for being named All-State!
#PatriotPride #GoPatriots
https://www.wbtw.com/sports/scbca-announces-all-state-high-school-basketball-teams/

York Prep Varsity Boys Basketball is headed to ROUND #2 of the 2A State Championship! For Round 2, York Prep is challenging Gray Collegiate at Allen University tomorrow, 2/25/21 at 7:00 pm. Tickets are sold ONLINE ONLY and are first come, first serve at the link below. Please read the location information below as it is currently incorrect on the online ticket. Let's go Patriots!
-Game: York Prep vs Gray Collegiate
-Date/Time: Thu, Feb 25, 2021 at 7:00 PM
-Ticket Link: https://gofan.co/app/events/249477?schoolId=SC71172 (title wrong on GoFan ticket)
-Location: Allen University, 1530 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204 (location wrong on GoFan ticket)

During library time, York Prep's Kindergarten and 1st grade students have been learning about great heroes of black history. Reading about Harriet Tubman, the students learned that communication and secrets were often sewn into quilts or blankets. Students worked hard creating unique patterns and then joining them together to make a class quilt.
#PatriotDNA #FromRootstoBloom #BlackHistoryMonth

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February honoring men and women for their impact and legacy. Today we honor Gordon Parks, world-renowned photographer, writer, composer and filmmaker. Over his 20 years photographing for LIFE Magazine, Gordon Parks used his talents to cover fashion, sports and entertainment as well as poverty and racial segregation.
https://www.biography.com/artist/gordon-parks

York Prep's Boys Basketball moves to #2 in the State! #PatriotPride
https://www.wbtw.com/sports/scbca-state-basketball-rankings-february-22/

Come cheer on York Prep's Boys Varsity tonight at the Student Union starting at 7:00 pm. Playoff tickets are sold ONLINE ONLY and available at the following link.
https://yorkprepsc.simpletix.com/e/64442?fbclid=IwAR2X3OQ-TbuYI5A4c607-kKf_As4YoxKQNGBEdu1PKvC0OOrCIdX0Raow5Y

Tickets and Information for Playoff Games: Please read the following important information regarding the first round playoff games for our Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball teams. We are so proud of both teams! Good luck Patriots!!!
* GIRLS VARSITY GAME: Friday, February 19 at 7:00 pm (date changed), Marion High School,1205 S Main St, Marion, SC 29571, Tickets are limited and ordered online, Ticket Link: https://gofan.co/app/events/243342
* BOYS VARSITY GAME: Monday, February 22, 7:00 pm, York Prep Student Union, Please refer to our Guidelines for Attending Athletic Events, Tickets are limited and sold online only, Ticket Link: https://yorkprepsc.simpletix.com/e/64442

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating York Prep Senior, Luke Rivers who will be attending York Technical College enrolled in their Electrician program. Congratulations Luke!
#FromRootstoBloom #yorkprepfamily #2021graduate

Athletic Update 2/18/21:
* Varsity Baseball: No baseball practice today per Coach Robbins
* Boys Soccer: Meet in the weight room at 3:15 pm, Friday: 7:00 am practice, bring indoor shoes and water
* Girls Soccer: No practice today per Coach Bahr. Friday: 7:00 am practice, bring indoor shoes and water

Please feel free to join us virtually for tonight's Board Meeting at 6:30 pm.
Board Agenda: https://5il.co/pps4
LOCATION: Public May Attend Virtually Through the Following Means:
Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/98530395253?pwd=UmRZUkNRdWFnSzY2OXRhdUcrOTRkUT09
Meeting ID: 985 3039 5253
Passcode: pDA39z
Phone Number: (US)+1 646-876-9923
PIN: 204711

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February honoring men and women for their impact and legacy. Today we honor Lewis Howard Latimer for his contributions towards engineering and the creation of the telephone and light bulb. Escaping from slavery with his family at age 6, Lewis Howard Latimer taught himself drafting and worked side by side with Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell leading to many engineering breakthroughs. In 1890, he went on to publish a book entitled, "Incandescent Electric Lighting: A Practical Description of the Edison System."
#PatriotDNA #FromRootstoBloom #BlackHistoryMonth
https://www.biography.com/inventor/lewis-howard-latimer

Tickets are now on sale for Monday's playoff game at https://yorkprepsc.simpletix.com/e/64442
York Prep has 200 tickets available for pre-sale until Friday first come, first serve. With limited tickets available at the door, order your tickets today! #IBeliveThatWeWillWin

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month with a community virtual event on Thursday, February 25th at 8:30 am and 6:00 pm. The virtual link will be posted. This event is open to York Prep families and our community. Please contact Dr. Gallman at melanie.gallman@yorkprepsc.org with questions.

Congratulations to York Prep Sophomore, Camille Bailey who has been selected for the South Carolina All-State Band. This tremendous honor recognizes Camille as one of the top flute players in the State of South Carolina this year. Camille is the first York Prep student to receive this prestigious honor. Congratulations Camille!
#FromRootstoBloom #yorkprepfamily #bandofrevolution

SUMMER CAMP 2021: Registration begins tomorrow, 2/12 for York Prep's 2021 Summer Camp open to rising Kindergarten thru rising 8th grade students. Included in the Summer Camp cost is weekly field trips, fun and educational activities, and a daily snack. York Prep students and our community are welcome to register. Space is limited.
For more information, visit https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/summer-camp-2021

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February honoring men and women for their impact and legacy. Today we honor Scott Joplin, one of the foremost composers of the 20th century and known as the "King of Ragtime." Scott Joplin composed famous tunes such as, "The Entertainer," "Solace" and "The Maple Leaf Rag," which is the biggest-selling ragtime song in history.
https://www.biography.com/musician/scott-joplin
#PatriotDNA #FromRootstoBloom #BlackHistoryMonth

Congratulations to Alex Duke, York Prep 9th grade student for winning this week's Black History Month Trivia.
York Prep High School will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February with weekly trivia, a door decorating contest, and content displayed on the common's televisions. On February 25th, York Prep will host a virtual program celebrating the national theme of Freedom, Equality, Diversity, and Unity. Be on the lookout for more information about this important event.
#yorkprepfamily #BlackHistoryMonth

Vote for York Prep athlete, Kory Davis for The Herald’s Player of the Week! #PatriotPride
https://amp.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article249097500.html?__twitter_impression=true

Athletic Update: Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys Soccer Tryouts
Varsity Soccer tryouts for 8th-12th grade girls and boys is Tuesday, 2/09 at 3:30 pm. Athletes should bring tennis shoes, cleats, shin guards, and a water bottle (no water will be provided). Girls should use the back doors of the gym and meet in Coach Bahr's classroom (SU 230) at 3:30 pm to review their paperwork prior to tryouts. Boys should plan to meet on the field with Coach Chad at 3:30 pm to review paperwork. Athletes are required to have all forms and physicals submitted to https://www.planeths.com/ prior to tryouts. Athletes will also be asked to complete the Covid-19 Screen Form.
Coach Contacts:
Varsity Girls: Coach Kelli Bahr, kelli.bahr@yorkprepsc.org
Varsity Boys: Coach Chad Floyd, chad.floyd@yorkprepsc.org

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating York Prep Senior, Kimberley Polk who will be a student-athlete at USC Salkehatchie playing on the Women's Soccer team majoring in Exercise Science. Kimberley will be participating in our Athletic Signing Day this Spring with other York Prep student-athletes.
Congratulations Kimberley! We will be cheering for you- go Indians!
#PatriotPride #FromRootstoBloom #yorkprepfamily #2021graduate

Athletic Update: Varsity Baseball Workouts and Tryouts
Varsity baseball workouts will begin Monday, February 8, 2021 and continue for two weeks from 3:30-7:00 pm each day. Players will need to bring full baseball attire. Athletes will be utilizing the baseball field and weight room. The tryout date is February 20 at 1:00 pm. Athletes will be notified by Monday, February 22. Athletes are required to have all forms and physicals submitted to https://www.planeths.com/. Athletes will also be asked to complete the Covid-19 Screen Form. For questions, please contact Coach Will Robbins at Will.robbins@yorkprepsc.org.

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February honoring men and women for their impact and legacy. Today we honor Daniel Hale Williams, a leader in medicine, co-founder of the National Medical Association, and one of the first physicians to perform open-heart surgery.
https://www.biography.com/scientist/daniel-hale-williams
#PatriotDNA #FromRootstoBloom #BlackHistoryMonth

York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Black History Month throughout February honoring men and women for their impact and legacy. Today, we honor Mary McLeod Bethune, a pioneer in education. "The daughter of formerly enslaved people, Bethune went on to become an influential figure in education and the highest-ranking Black woman in the U.S. government."
To read more about Mary McLeod Bethune, please visit https://www.biography.com/news/mary-mcleod-bethune-education-pioneer
#PatriotDNA #FromRootstoBloom #BlackHistoryMonth

York Prep's Boys Varsity team ranks #2 in the 2A SC High School Basketball Coaches Association Poll. Congratulations to the players and coaches for their hard work and dedication! #PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA
https://www.lexingtonchronicle.com/sports/dutch-fork-boys-irmo-teams-rank-high-last-state-poll

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating York Prep Senior, Shakayla Dunham who will be attending Spartanburg Methodist College majoring in Nursing. Congratulations Shakayla!
#FromRootstoBloom #2021graduate #yorkprepfamily #PatriotPride #PatriotDNA

Vote for York Prep Athlete, Tiaura Johnson for The Herald's Player of the Week. Congratulations Tiaura! #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article248754420.html

Happy Friday York Prep! Our 2021/22 School Calendar was approved at last night's board meeting and is linked below. We are looking forward to another great year at York Prep!
#yorkprepfamily #FromRootstoBloom
Link: https://5il.co/ov32

Vote for York Prep athlete, Gavin Bouldin for the Herald's Player of the Week! #PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily
Link: https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article248603015.html&ct=ga&cd=CAEYACoSNDg2NTc5MTM1MDkxNzM4NzMwMhoyYTljNDZiNTg2OWVjNjJhOmNvbTplbjpVUw&usg=AFQjCNFIfrRwNVgZ_gNBmK7FB7Wr5qBK3Q

York Preparatory Academy will host our next Board Meeting on Thursday, 1/21/21 at 6:30 pm. Please see the following agenda and information to attend virtually. Public comment sign up should be emailed to brian.myrup@yorkprepsc.org prior to the meeting.
* Board Agenda: https://5il.co/osoa
* Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/98530395253?pwd=UmRZUkNRdWFnSzY2OXRhdUcrOTRkUT09
* Meeting ID: 985 3039 5253, Passcode: pDA39z
* Phone Numbers: (US)+1 646-876-9923, PIN: 204711

It's Homecoming Week!!!
HOMECOMING GAMES: Join us to celebrate York Prep's 2021 Homecoming Games this Saturday, January 23. Please review the Guidelines for Athletic Events prior to attending. Go Patriots!
Homecoming Game Schedule (York Prep VS Legion Academy):
* JV Boys: 12:00 pm
* Varsity Girls: 1:30 pm
* Varsity Boys: 3:00 pm
PATRIOT 5K SCHOLARSHP RUN: There is still time to register for our 2nd Annual Patriot 5K Scholarship Run/Walk! Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to join us on Saturday, January 23, 2021 for a socially distanced race around campus. Funds raised from this event will contribute to a Scholarship Fund, which will be awarded to a graduating student by our YPA Alumni. Race t-shirt are limited so register today!
Patriot 5K Registration: https://raceroster.com/events/2021/37065/patriot-5k-scholarship-runwalk?fbclid=IwAR29Mz7QF1pd7o4Dc6Ll55ZRxFnIE7iWO5YSyHL6b7XPfHJYVK698yP159k

York Prep will continue to spotlight our 2021 graduates as they finalize decisions on what's next in their journey. Join us today in celebrating two York Prep Seniors, Alana Jones and Morgan Williamson.
Congratulations to Alana Jones who will be attending Appalachian State University majoring in Sports Broadcasting and Communication. She is excited to participate in their amazing on-campus award-winning radio station, App Athletic Broadcasting network and App TV.
Congratulations to Morgan Williamson who was admitted to University of South Carolina Columbia as an Early Action candidate. She will be pursuing a 6 year program including a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology and wants to be a therapist.
#FromRootstoBloom #2021graduate #yorkprepfamily #PatriotPride #PatriotDNA

Vote for York Prep athlete, Taylor Southall for The Herald's Player of the Week! #PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article248440125.html

Athletic Update: This Friday’s game at Central has been moved to Thursday, January 14th.
York Prep Basketball vs. Central (Away)
- JV Boys: 5:00 pm
- Varsity Girls: 6:00 pm
- Varsity Boys: 7:30 pm

Registration for spring SC Virtual classes for 11th and 12th grade students is now open. Registration for 9th and 10th grade SC Virtual classes will open on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. The deadline to register is Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Please feel free to reach out to our Guidance Department with any questions.
* 9th-10th grade Students: Mr. Dietrich Long, dietrich.long@yorkprepsc.org
* 11th-12th Grade Students: Dr. Vanessa Harrington, vanessa.harrington@yorkprepsc.org
Registration Link: https://virtualsc.org/

Announcement 1/11/21: York Prep Transitioning to Modified Yellow Phase on 1/25/21
Please see the attached announcement regarding an important schedule change beginning 1/25/21. Please feel free to reach out to your building administrator with any questions or concerns.
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/377899?org=york-prep

Congratulations to York Prep student, Jonah Lee whose story, “The Mysterious 454" was published in the The Zombie Road Fan Fiction Collection and featured in the Chester News & Reporter. Congratulations Jonah!
https://www.onlinechester.com/content/local-author-jonah-lee-travels-zombie-road

Families, staff and our community are invited to join us for the 2nd Annual Patriot 5K Scholarship Run/Walk on Saturday, January 23, 2021 on the York Prep campus. Funds raised from this socially distanced race will contribute to a Scholarship Fund awarded to a 2021 graduate.
Date/Time: January 23, 2021 at 9:00 am
Register: Online by January 8th for guaranteed race shirt (Registration after 1/8 will receive a shirt first come/first serve)
For Registration & Race Details, Visit https://raceroster.com/events/2021/37065/patriot-5k-scholarship-runwalk

Go Patriots! Please be advised to the changes in the game times for the Carolina Border Battle:
Game #1: 4:30 pm
Game #2: 6:00 pm
Game #3: 7:30 pm

Vote for York Prep student athletes, DJ Barksdale & Taylor Southall in the Rock Hill Herald's Player of the Week. Voting ends Wednesday, 12/23 at 1:00 pm. Congratulations to both student athletes! #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article248009760.html

York Prep 2020 Holiday Card: From the faculty and staff at York Preparatory Academy, we wish you a safe and joyful holiday season!
https://youtu.be/kjx6ROuQFQ0

Spirit Wear Update: Order Pickup Information
- If you ordered York Prep Spirit Wear by the 12/4 deadline, it will be available for pickup on Thursday, 12/17 from 2:00-4:00 pm and Friday, 12/18 from 7:30 am- 1:00 pm at the Student Union building. Please contact spiritwear@yorkprepsc.org with questions.
- Missed ordering last month? Our Spirit Wear Store is always open at https://www.ypaonlinestore.org. Orders received by the 5th of each month will be available for pickup at the Student Union by the 20th.

12/15: Time update for today's games. JV- 5:00 pm, Varsity Girls- 6:30 pm, Varsity Boys- 8:00 pm.

UPDATE 3:06 pm: The games scheduled for Wednesday December 16, vs. Central High have been postponed. The tentative reschedule date is Wednesday, January 27.

Athletic Update 12/14/20: Please continue to check our Athletic Website for last minute changes to games. Please note the following changes to this week's schedule.
* Monday, 12/14: Canceled- York Prep games vs Legacy Charter
* Tuesday, 12/15: No Change- York Prep vs Legion Academy at Rock Hill Sports Center, JV: 5:00 pm, Varsity Girls: 6:00 pm, Varsity Boys: 7:30 pm
* Wednesday, 12/16: Added- York Prep Basketball vs Central, JV 5:00 pm, Varsity Girls 6:00 pm, Varsity Boys 7:30 pm
* Friday, 12/18: No Change- York Prep Basketball vs Cheraw, JV 5:00 pm, Varsity Girls 6:00 pm, Varsity Boys 7:30 pm

Learning about force and motion, Ms. Mary Cathryn Manley's 5th grade built a protective enclosure for an egg. The students then dropped the egg inside the enclosure from the top step of the bleachers. Some eggs survived the fall and some did not... but the students had fun learning either way.
#greatteachers #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA

Vote for York Prep Junior, Kory Davis for the Rock Hill Herald Player of the Week. Voting closes tomorrow at 1:00 pm. #yorkprepfamily #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article247670630.html

Athletic Updates 12/8/20: Please continue to check our Athletic Website for last minute changes to games. Please note the following changes to this week's schedule.
* Tuesday, 12/8: The JV, Girls Varsity, and Boys Varsity games vs Lake Norman Christian have been canceled.
* Wednesday, 12/9: The following games have been added: JV Boys @ Chesterfield at 5:00 pm, Girls Varsity @ Chesterfield at 6:00 pm, Boys Varsity @ Chesterfield at 7:30 pm
* Thursday, 12/10: The JV game @ Andrew Jackson has been postponed.
* Friday, 12/11: The Girls Varsity and Boys Varsity games @ Andrew Jackson have been postponed.

York Prep Announcement 12/7/20: Free Breakfast and Lunch Extended Through June 4, 2021
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/361755?org=york-prep

The National Honors Society would also like to invite all students to help them with a “supply drive” for Safe Passage, Inc.. Safe Passage is a woman and children’s shelter in Rock Hill. They are in need of cleaning supplies, towels, paper plates and plastic utensils, paper towels, Lysol, wipes, and laundry detergent. Please bring supplies to Dr. Gallman, Mrs. Lang or Mrs. Estes at the front desk at the High School building through December 15th.
#PatriotDNA #yorkprepfamily

York Preparatory Academy is governed by a Board of Trustees made up of 7 members. Last night, York Prep welcomed two new board members, Krysten Franks and Joe Medlin and thank them for their desire to serve.
York Prep would also like to express our sincere thanks to our two exiting board members, Bill Hargrove and Joseph Johansen who both served on the Board of Directors for six years. Their dedication to our students and school contributed to their success. Please join us in thanking them for their many years of service.

Thank you to The Home Team for their support and contribution to York Prep's Staff Wellness Center. Our new Staff Wellness Center promotes a healthy home/work life balance by providing physical, emotional, and financial wellness support to our employees. Thank you to Lee Hamilton and their team for continuing to support teachers and education in our community! #yorkprepfamily #PatriotDNA

York Prep's next board meeting is Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 pm. Families are welcome to attend virtually. Board Meeting Agenda 12/3/20: https://5il.co/nhyd
Login Information:
* Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/98530395253?pwd=UmRZUkNRdWFnSzY2OXRhdUcrOTRkUT09
* Meeting ID: 985 3039 5253
* Passcode: pDA39z
* Phone Number: (US)+1 646-876-9923, PIN: 204711

Come cheer on York Prep's Varsity Boys Basketball team tomorrow in the Battle of the Rock at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center. Go Patriots! #PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily
Tickets: https://www.battleattherock.com/boys-showcase

York Prep's Spirit Night is Tuesday, December 8th at Shane's Rib Shack in Rock Hill They are offering family meal options that must be pre-ordered. Check out the photo attached and make plans to join us next Tuesday!
Pre-order Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YPASpiritNight?fbclid=IwAR2-LeCo2nBGZqNo1JjiVf7yBA1yl-5zCjclE_hcd_bNqzqX6NdFWyn6254

York Prep Boy's Basketball is ranked #7 by the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association in the Preseason Polls for 2A! #PatriotPride
https://www.lexingtonchronicle.com/sports/gray-collegiate-boys-ranked-1st-sc-basketball-coaches-association-preseason-polls

Hey Elementary! Did you know that York Prep Elementary has it's own spirit shirt? Check out our new Elementary design and make sure to place your holiday orders by Friday, December 4th. Please contact spiritwear@yorkprepsc.org with questions.
Spirit Wear Website: https://www.ypaonlinestore.org
#PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily

Guess what York Prep? You donated over 500 non-perishable items to HOPE of Rock Hill, a local non-profit helping families in need in our area.@HOPEofRockHill
#yorkprepfamily #PatriotDNA #thankful

We are excited to announce our new Spirit Wear Store is open featuring a fantastic selection of YPA gear. The deadline for holiday orders is December 4th. Please contact spiritwear@yorkprepsc.org with questions.
Spirit Wear Website: https://www.ypaonlinestore.org
#yorkprepfamily #PatriotPride

York Prep has a limited number of 2019/20 Elementary, Middle and High School Yearbooks available for purchase. Starting today, you may purchase the available 2019/20 yearbook at the Student Union Finance Office for $20. Supply is limited and will be sold first come first serve.

Announcement 11/4/20: York Preparatory Academy 2020 Board Election Results
Link: https://conta.cc/3mMm5AM

Every year the Middle School teachers and staff compete in the Halloween Costume Contest for the chance to win prizes and of course bragging rights. Our students and staff voted and we are happy to announce the winners of this year's MS Halloween Costume Contest are the Middle School Elective Teachers with creative Addam's Family team costume. Check out all of the amazing costumes at the video link. Happy Halloween!
Video Link: https://animoto.com/play/EMpQoGSHXTCEYjUWQs60Pw

Athletic Update 10/29/20:
* All after school activities are canceled.
* Dance Team Update: Dance Team rehearsal today is canceled. We will rehearse and hold tryouts on Friday, October 30 as originally planned but we will need everyone at the Student Union Gym dressed and ready by 1:00 PM. (Not 2:00 as originally planned.) We will learn the rest of what we need for tryouts and then we will conduct tryouts. Pickup is at the student union at 4:00 PM and athletes will be dismissed as soon as tryouts are over. If you have any questions please email Coach Sneed at lori.sneed@yorkprepsc.org.

National Weather service updates in the last hour have confirmed the likelihood of tropical storm force winds in our area during the school day. As a result, all of our school buildings will be closed tomorrow. Our teachers will be available virtually during their office hours to help students with questions. Stay safe.
Please note: York Prep's buildings will be closed tomorrow but all students will still work on their assignments virtually. Full-time virtual students will have their scheduled online classes tomorrow.

Attention Parents/Guardians: We are monitoring the storm and it's possible effects. We will be continuing on regular schedule at this time. Because we know that our families live in a large variety of locations across the county, we encourage families to monitor their personal situation and let us know if they are affected. If the situation changes as we monitor it, we will let you know no later than 6:00 am.

Updates 10/27/20-
Please take a moment to watch this VIDEO LINK with York Prep updates including: a new traffic pattern for Elementary and Middle School drop-off and pickup starting Monday, November 2nd and Board Elections using our new online ballots on Thursday, October 29th.
https://youtu.be/e4ZZHdblOJs

Please see the following video update from Mr. Brian Myrup, Managing Director. https://youtu.be/H-brdap1Dy4

Next week is York Prep Red Ribbon Week! York Prep welcomes all of our students to celebrate Red Ribbon Week and our commitment to be drug free. Check out the schedule and feel free to send photos all week to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.
#FromRootstoBloom #RedRibbonWeek

Congratulations to our York Prep Cross Country team for their outstanding results at Regionals last night.
The York Prep Girls Cross Country team came in 2nd place! Senior, Peden Robinson finished 5th and was named All Region. Sophomore, Savannah Johansen finished in 8th place. Congratulations to the entire team and best of luck in the State competition!
#PatriotPride

Interested in teaching at York Prep?
Come meet our team at an upcoming event at Legal Remedy in Rock Hill, SC on Wednesday, October 21 from 4:00-5:30 PM. Free snack will be served. Find out more at https://5il.co/m356. We hope to see you there!
#TeachAtYorkPrep

Come join our York Prep family! Applications are now open for the 2021-22 school year.
Application Link: https://secure.infosnap.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=25277&culture=en
#yorkprepfamily #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride #NationalBlueRibbon

Announcement 10/14/20: York Prep Athletics announces the start of Patriot Project Assist to help our homeless community
#FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride #PatriotDNA
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/326117?org=athletics

Support your school through Amazon Smiles! Shop using the following Amazon Smiles link and Amazon will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to York Preparatory Academy with no extra cost.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/homepage/ref=smi_chpf_redirect?ie=UTF8&ein=36-4641998&ref_=smi_ext_ch_36-4641998_cl

John Mugabe, York Prep Alumni and student at University of South Carolina created a three-part audio documentary that follows key figures through the Revolutionary War battle of Kings Mountain, South Carolina.
A project for the American Battlefield Trust in partnership with the Youth Leadership Team, John rallied community support to cover the project's cost and received voice assistance from YPA graduates, faculty and community members. When asked why he chose this project, John said “Their stories deserve to be heard and most importantly remembered and enshrined as the words of true heroes.” Please join us in listening to this never-before-heard retelling of American and South Carolina history.
#FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA South Carolina Public Charter School District
https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/battle-kings-mountain-story-memories

Ms. Hilburn's Kindergarten class is learning about nouns and maps this week. Ms. Hilburn said, "Our project was called 'Noun Town' where each student drew a person, place and thing and added it to our map! The students loved working on this project and did an amazing job!"
#greatteachers #FromRootstoBloom #yorkprepfamily

Board Election Information, Candidate Biographies, and Electronic Voting Procedures
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/322912?org=york-prep

York Preparatory Academy will begin taking applications for the 2021-22 school year on October 15, 2020 on our website at www.yorkprepsc.org. Applications submitted October 15, 2020-February 15, 2021 will be included in our 2021-22 Enrollment Lottery. Current York Prep students do not need to reapply, but siblings of current students wishing to attend for 2021 should apply prior to the deadline. Please feel free to contact brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org with questions.

We celebrate our student's success both on and off our campus! Congratulations to York Prep 11th grader, Mason Branch who has qualified for the swimming state championship in 4 events! Join us in wishing him best of luck!
If you have a student celebration, feel free to email it to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.
#PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily

We celebrate our award winning York Preparatory Academy Band of Revolution! Even with their competitive season altered this school year, our students, staff and parent volunteers continue to demonstrate dedication and a committment to excellence. Let's Go Band!
#PatriotPride #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/JE-IhC8Cu4Q

Athletic Update 10/5/20: After much deliberation, York Prep administration has decided not to hold intramural sports for middle school students. At this time we will go forward with Varsity and Junior Varsity sports. Please feel free to contact our Athletic Director, Larry Davis with any questions at larry.davis@yorkprepsc.org.

It's National Custodian Appreciation Day! Thank you to each one of our facility workers and their dedication to keeping our campus clean especially during this unprecedented time. A special shout out to Facilities Director, Daniel Habicht and his team including Cynthia Benson, Fabiola Grappin, Kim Neal, Jann Durden, Rodney Proctor, Buffy (Alice) Sapp, and Willie Whitlock. Thank you! #yorkprepfamily

The York Prep Cross Country team will be hosting a schoolwide 5K on October 17th at 9 am. Register for FREE at https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/RockHill/YPA5k
A donated pair of socks for a local homeless shelter will be the "entry fee" for our event. #PatriotPride #PatriotDNA

Athletic Updates 9/29/20:
VOLLEYBALL: Congratulations to JV and Varsity Volleyball for their double win last night!
CROSS COUNTRY:
- Tonight's meet at Chester has been canceled due to weather expected.
- Make plans to cheer on your Patriots at the Cross Country meet tomorrow at York Comprehensive High School beginning at 5 pm. #PatriotPride

Press Release 9/28/20: https://5il.co/ljmg
York Preparatory Academy, a National Blue Ribbon Award winning public charter school in Rock Hill, announces the hiring of new baseball coach, Will Robbins.

School Meal Update 9/25/20: Please read the following announcement with updates and information about our School Meal Programs. If you have any questions, please contact our Food Service Director, Hally Adams at 803-324-4400 ext. 4112 or email hally.adams@yorkprepsc.org.
Announcement Link: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/314453?org=york-prep

Need someone to talk to during these stressful times? York Prep is offering confidential in-person or virtual counseling support to our employees, students and families. Contact jerome.hall@yorkprepsc.org for more information. #yorkprepfamily

Don't miss one scholarship opportunity! Check out our College Application & Scholarship Support link on our High School website. Feel free to contact Dr. Harrington with questions at vanessa.harrington@yorkprepsc.org.
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/high-school/page/college-applications-scholarship-help

Athletic Updates:
* BASEBALL: There will be a JV and Varsity Baseball interest meeting on Thursday, 9/24 at 6:00 pm at the High School. Please contact Coach Davis with questions.
* VOLLEYBALL:
- The away volleyball game scheduled for Thursday, 9/24 vs Chesterfield has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2020.
- The home originally scheduled for Thursday, September 17 has been rescheduled for Monday, September 28, 2020. The 9/28 game is Senior night and we will honor our senior volleyball players prior to the match.

"While this is certainly a unique school year, I've been excited by the support from both my fellow teachers and administration. We've been empowered to think outside of the box, engage with a variety of online platforms, and help each other to handle the challenges that this school year brings. This allows us to do what is best to enable ALL of our students to be successful, regardless of whether they are virtual or in-person."
Ms. Hendrix Hamilton, 7th Grade Social Studies

IMPORTANT ATHLETIC CHANGE: Due to weather conditions, the JV and Varsity Volleyball games scheduled for tonight have been canceled.

Tough Loss!!!
Volleyball teams loses a pair to Legion
JV Match-up:
Legion 25/4
Legion 25/17
Varsity Match-up:
Legion 6-25
Legion 18-25
Legion 8-25
Next March Thursday Home vs. Cheraw

The next York Prep board meeting is Thursday, 9/17/20 at 6:30 pm via zoom. Meetings are open to the public. Please contact brian.myrup@yorkprepsc.org for public comment.
Board Meeting Agenda: https://5il.co/l3f8
Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/98530395253?pwd=UmRZUkNRdWFnSzY2OXRhdUcrOTRkUT09
Meeting ID: 985 3039 5253
Passcode: pDA39z
Phone Number: (US)+1 646-876-9923, PIN: 204711

Great News!!! York Prep will now be serving Chick-Fil-A sandwiches at our concessions stand for the home volleyball games. Come support your Patriots and eat dinner. Also order popcorn, soda, candy, chips, and Powerade (cash only). Come cheer on JV and Varsity Volleyball tomorrow starting at 5:00 pm. Go Patriots! #PatriotPride #yorkprepfamily

It's Taco Tuesday!!!! The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved all students to receive FREE breakfast and lunch until December 31, 2020 or while funding is available. .
Menu Link: https://yorkprepmeals.com/index.php?sid=1561660550717&page=menus
#HealthyKids #yorkprepfamily

Hey Seniors- It's Virtual College Application Day today from 9:00 am- 12:00 noon! Don't miss out on this great opportunity to get your questions answered and start your college applications. For more details see link below. #FromRootstoBloom
https://youtu.be/m4IZLeeCUw4

Announcement 9/8/20: York Prep is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has granted approval for York Prep to participate in the meal program through December 31, 2020 or until available funding runs out. That means that all students will be eligible to receive FREE breakfast and lunch until December 31, 2020 or while funding is available. Free breakfast and lunch will be available on campus starting Wednesday, 9/09/20.
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/303206?org=york-prep

York Prep Vs, Central High Today
JV 5 pm & Varsity 6:30 pm
Admission: Adults $5.00 Students $3.00
Come out and support the Lady Patriots!!!

“Although remote teaching is becoming somewhat of a new normal, it has pushed us to more creative ways to express ourselves as teachers and engaging with our students, other teachers, and parents. YPA administration and instructional support have been tremendous with preparing and working behind the scenes to be sure that we are ready for the ‘new norm’. For me, this demonstrates a true whole team. Teachers, parents, students, and administration are all working together as one BIG YPA educational family! As a result, I do believe this is going to be a great safe year with new mindsets and expectations and mostly....TEAMWORK!!”
Dr. Melanie Gallman, York Prep High School Business Teacher
#GreatTeachers #YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom

York Prep Elementary shares our safety rules for the 2020 school year in a fun way! Go Go Patriots!!!! https://youtu.be/NeBXDQrNuh4
#GreatTeachers #YorkPrepFamily

York Prep featured on CN2 News. York Prep will be transitioning to yellow phase on 9/09/20.
https://www.cn2.com/back-to-school-york-prep-says-virtual-learning-a-success-monitoring-covid-19-to-soon-offer-in-person-learning/

At York Prep we believe that successful students start with a supported teaching staff. High School English Teacher, Mr. Jeremy Linnick said, "The teaching environment at YPA is unlike any other school where I've worked. These first few weeks of virtual learning have been a huge adjustment, but it's been nice to see and feel the support from administration. Their support helps me to do my job more efficiently." #GreatTeachers #YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom

Update 9/01/20: York Prep Confirms Plans to Move to Yellow Phase 9/09/20
Link: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/298689?org=york-prep

Join York Prep as we celebrate our first School Spirit Day (virtually) of the 2020 school year! #PatriotPride
Video Link: https://youtu.be/s4_o8bf0Gh8

8/26/20: York Prep Announces Plans to Move to Yellow Phase 9/9/20
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/295217?org=york-prep

York Preparatory Academy will begin taking nominations for the YPA Board of Directors today, 8/25/20 and will continue to accept nominations until Friday, September 4, 2020. Board Elections will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 utilizing a web-based voting system. Voting details will be provided closer to the election date.To nominate a person for the board, please send the nominee's name, email address and phone number to the Board Election Committee at brian.myrup@yorkprepsc.org.
Please note: There would also be a mandatory pre-election board training for all nominees on Saturday, September 19. This full day training will be offered on campus and virtually and is required as a prerequisite to being on the ballot.
Additional information regarding the voting times will be sent in upcoming announcements. Please feel free to email the Board Election Committee with any questions at brian.myrup@yorkprepsc.org.

Great schools exist because of great teachers! Our Kindergarten teachers are hard at work creating a positive fun environment that lays a firm academic foundation for our students. Ms. Caston commented, "Collaboration with our team has been a crucial part of Virtual Learning in Kindergarten. Even though the beginning of the school year has been quite different than a typical start, we are enjoying getting to know our new students! We are looking forward to a great year!" Thank you to our teachers for their hard work and dedication to each student's success!
#yorkprepfamily #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride #NationalBlueRibbon

JOINING GROUPS ON SCHOOLOGY: Join the Elementary, Middle and High School groups on Schoology to receive specific updates by completing the following steps:
1) Click Groups at the top of Schoology.
2) Select My Groups.
3) Click Join Group on the right.
4) Enter the Group Access Code and Click Join.
* Elementary School (K-4)Access Code: B7QFV-DRJ36
* Middle School (5-8) Access Code: CD22C-6M4VS
* High School (9-12) Access Code: 5NBTG-734BH
New to Schoology? Check out this Schoology tutorial from YPA Guidance Counselor, Ms. Brown at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU6gqRs661c&feature=youtu.be. If you need additional support or have a question, please contact Debi Smith at debi.smith@yorkprepsc.org.

Today is our last LEAP day! We are excited for our official 1st day of school tomorrow!
Our elementary teachers and staff are all smiles in their elementary welcome video! Have an awesome day YPA!
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbdHmmhX53I

It's a great day at YPA!!! It's the start of our fourth LEAP day on the York Prep campus and our Middle School staff is equipping students for another successful year! To review our LEAP schedule, please visit pages 5-7 on our Back to School guide at https://5il.co/j4ie
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #PatriotPride

Third LEAP day on the York Prep campus with high school students arriving soon. Our staff is excited and ready to welcome them to a successful 2020 school year! To review our LEAP schedule, please visit pages 5-7 on our Back to School guide at https://5il.co/j4ie
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #PatriotPride

It's time for our second LEAP day on the York Prep campus! Our staff is excited to welcome students to a successful 2020 school year! To review our LEAP schedule, please visit pages 5-7 on our Back to School guide at https://5il.co/j4ie
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #PatriotPride

York Preparatory Academy faculty and staff were all smiles as we began our five LEAP days to get our students excited & prepared for a successful 2020 school year! To review our LEAP schedule, please visit pages 5-7 on our Back to School guide at https://5il.co/j4ie
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #PatriotPride

Please return any York Prep library books to the school during your student's LEAP schedule. Please feel free to contact Ms. Comer with questions at renee.comer@yorkprepsc.org. Thanks and have a wonderful Wednesday!

Technology Usage Update: For students that do not have adequate access to technology to be able to participate in hybrid or full time virtual education, York Preparatory Academy has created options for families to check out school owned devices.
To reserve a device, please complete the following steps:
Step 1: Log onto your child's FEEPAY account (https://www.studentquickpay.com/yorkprepsc/) to pay the $35 fee (per device). If you do not have a student ID number, please email debi.smith@yorkprepsc.org.
Step 2: Complete the Home Device Agreement available on our website at https://5il.co/j0dp. Email the form to Ms. Hope Moore at hope.moore@yorkprepsc.org or bring the completed form to the Student Union during the device pick up times.
Step 3: Pick up your child's device on 8/13, 8/14, 8/17- 8/19 from 10:00 am - 12:30 pm at the Student Union building. Specific LEAP day schedules are listed on pgs 5-7 on Back to School guide (https://5il.co/j4ie). Masks are required to enter the Student Union building. Please make sure to pay the fee and complete the above form prior to coming to pick up a device. Failure to do so could result in much longer wait times or possibly being asked to come back at a later time. Please contact Ms. Hope Moore at hope.moore@yorkprepsc.org with questions.

LEAP days start this Thursday! LEAP days are five on-campus days (August 13-19) mandated by the state to allow students to meet their teachers, take assessments, and learn important information to prepare them for the school year ahead. Check out the LEAP schedule in our Back to School guide (pages 5-7) at https://5il.co/j4ie.
* K5-4th: Students are dropped off and picked up at the Elementary building through the car line (no on one is permitted to enter through the lobby). Students must wear a mask when they exit their car.Students should bring their book bag, a peanut free snack, a water bottle, and a pencil.
* 5th Grade: Students are dropped off and picked up at the Student Union building through the car line (no on one is permitted to enter through the lobby). Students are required to wear masks.Students should bring paper, pencil, water bottle, mask, and a bookbag (optional- to carry books home).
* 6th-8th Grade: Students are dropped off and picked up at the Middle School building through the car line (no on one is permitted to enter through the lobby). Students are required to wear masks. Students should bring paper, pencil, water bottle, mask, and a bookbag (optional- to carry books home).
* 9th-12th Grade: Students are dropped off and picked up at the High School building. Students are required to wear masks. Students should bring paper, pencil, water bottle, mask, and a bookbag (optional- to carry books home).

Middle School Volleyball will have tryouts August 17 and 18 from 3:30-4:45 pm at the Student Union for students interested in Middle School Volleyball (grades 6th-8th grade). Prospective student-athletes will need to have their physicals completed and downloaded to Planet HS before they will be allowed to practice. Each student-athlete should complete the Covid 19 Questionnaire prior to participating in workouts. Athletes will also need to bring a mask, water bottle and towel. Please contact Coach Madiah with questions or the updated August workout schedule at abramial.madiah@yorkprepsc.org.

Please join us for a VIDEO MESSAGE from York Prep Managing Director, Mr. Brian Myrup with information pertaining to our Red Phase opening of the 2020-21 school year.
Video Message: https://youtu.be/Bnl4kQPne9E

IMPORTANT: The Fee Pay system used to reserve technology is currently experiencing a technical issue. Once the district has resolved this issue, we will post an update to our families. Please reach out to Debi Smith with questions at debi.smith@yorkprepsc.org.

Back to School Guide 2020/21: https://5il.co/j4ie
As we start back to school in the next few weeks, please take time to read through our Back to School 2020-21 guide. This guide contains information about start of school dates, our red and yellow phases, LEAP day schedules, and instruction for A/B and full time virtual students at the elementary, middle and high school.

Cross Country Update: Due to the weather and covid guidelines we will not be able to hold practice tonight. We will have practice tomorrow night Tuesday, August 4th to make up for it. Have a great evening and stay safe.

The high school would like to thank all the parents and students that turned in textbooks from last school year during the textbook drive. For any individuals that still have textbooks in their possession, please turn in these books as soon as possible. Textbooks should be turned in no later than Thursday, August 6. If the textbooks are not turned in by Friday, August 7, then a fine will be placed on student accounts. For those that haven't already spoken, emailed, or made arrangements with Ms. Armstrong about bringing in textbooks after Thursday, August 6 deadline, please contact Ms. Armstrong at monique.armstrong@yorkprepsc.org as soon as possible. Any other questions or concerns about textbooks can be submitted to Ms. Armstrong.

2020 School Supply Lists:
Elementary K-4th: https://5il.co/9egq
Middle 5th-8th: https://5il.co/9egr
High School 9th-12th: https://5il.co/iv81

Patriot's Promise Update:
York Prep's before school care and after school care, Patriots Promise is currently taking applications for the 2020/21 school year for grades Kindergarten - 12th. Applications will be taken first come/first serve and should be emailed Ms. Blanchett. Please include the form as well as the voided check when completing the application. New and returning Patriots Promise students must complete the enrollment form and provide a voided check to complete registration. Due to our A/B schedule, Patriot's Promise cost will be adjusted to $24.00 per week until our schedule changes. Please email Ms. Blanchett with questions at debra.blanchett@yorkprepsc.org.
Patriot's Promise Link: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/patriot-s-promise-before-and-after-school-program

Board Meeting Agenda for 7/30/20: https://5il.co/irpx

York Preparatory Academy's new revised calendar is now posted on our website at the following link: https://5il.co/d1cb

The high school will be hosting a "Textbook Drop-Off" drive from 9am-12 noon on July 20, July 27, and August 3. Please drop off textbooks at the car loop entrance. There will be a designated cart labeled "Textbooks Drop-Off." Please place the books on the cart. Please label each textbook with the student's name and grade.

The Cross Country coaches will hold an interest meeting on Monday, July 20, 2020 at 6pm in the Student Union gym. Please check out the following link for additional information. #PATRIOTPRIDE https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/271727?org=athletics

7/15/20: Message from York Prep Administration
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July 14th is Shark Awareness Day! Check out these fun activities and feel free to post your craft results below! #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily
- Shark Facts for Kids: https://easyscienceforkids.com/all-about-sharks/
-Shark Craft Ideas: https://www.kidslovewhat.com/26-fin-tastic-shark-crafts-for-kids/
-"Hark! a Shark!" Book Read: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSgFcbg7o2U

Reminder: Volleyball Interest Meeting Today
The volleyball coaching staff will host an interest meeting on Monday, July 13th at 6:00 pm in the gymnasium. For the safety of all in attendance, we are asking all attending to practice social distance and wear a mask.

Keep growing your mind this summer with these fun learning activities! #FromRootstoBloom
* Elementary students - check out fun reading and math activities each day at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10YVYb5QjTdJq8nQXPGK0Bfadu3yQLv4l?fbclid=IwAR0lGI0AR3daTc1BfhYOuUOBcQl42CD_S6zQ4WthwB3UW1S2IyZxRBY-h54
* Middle School students- check out our Summer Challenge at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/254252?org=middle

Pandemic EBT is a one-time electronic benefit transfer to help supplement family food costs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and prolonged school closures. Please click on the following link for additional information.
LINK: https://5il.co/i5zu

Online Free and Reduced Lunch Applications Available!
Each school year we ask all families to complete an application to apply for school meal benefits. You can now apply online for your student to receive free or reduced price school meals. Your application will be sent from a secure website directly to York Preparatory Academy, so you don’t need to worry about filling out a paper form that could be lost or misplaced.
LunchApplication.com has been designed to make it easy for you to know exactly what information you need to provide and to guide you through the process.Once your application has been received, YPA will determine your eligibility and send you a letter with the results. Or, you can create an account on LunchApplication.com and you will receive your results via email. LunchApplication.com is an easy, secure and convenient way to apply for free or reduced meals. To apply, simply go to LunchApplication.com and click “Apply Now.”
https://www.lunchapplication.com/

York Prep Update 7/08/20: Kindercamp, Fall Re-opening, Volleyball Information
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The volleyball coaching staff will host an interest meeting on Monday, July 13th at 6:00 pm in the gymnasium. For the safety of all in attendance, we are asking all attending to practice social distance and wear a mask.
Athletes must have their physicals and participating waivers completed and turned in before they will be allowed to practice. Girls also need to make sure they wear a mask to practice, bring their own water bottle and towels.
Middle/JV girls will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-11:00 AM. A schedule will be sent out.
Varsity girls will practice on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00. A schedule will be sent out.

York Preparatory Academy's Fall Re-Opening Update: http://web-extract.constantcontact.com/v1/social_annotation_v2?permalink_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fmyemail.constantcontact.com%2FYork-Prep-Fall-Re-Opening-Update.html%3Fsoid%3D1102801309978%26aid%3Dwhtwair4wJA&image_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmlsvc01-prod.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fa119414c001%2Fc9aa35b5-f7a7-4dc2-985c-2523b790d2cb.jpg%3Fver%3D1566562593000&fbclid=IwAR3NA-qO5uWccd_D7ww781MXvXylHed3RDL6CZav5GxCHxy5nOyiC1hD2K0

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications Opens Today: We ask all families to complete our Free/Reduced Lunch application each school year. We will begin accepting completed applications starting 7/01/20 at the Student Union. When completing the form, please make sure that your form is completely filled in. If you do not wish to disclose your income information, please fill in the student names and then write DECLINE across the section that is labeled "Step 3". Please contact Hally Adams with any questions at hally.adams@yorkprepsc.org.
Form Link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/767451/reducedlunch.pdf

Doctors Care is offering $15 athletic physicals for a limited time. Reminder- all student athletes must have an updated physical (dated after April 1, 2020) to participate in sports in the 2020-21 school year. Physical forms are found at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/athletics/browse/144272
#PatriotPride

York Prep teachers are climbing new heights this summer! Ms. Beltakis, Ms. Hilburn, and Ms. Winters are finding great places to hike and get outdoors with their families. Feel free to email photos of your family getting outdoors and enjoying nature to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. #YorkPrepFamily

YPA students aren't the only ones learning this summer! York Prep teachers like Ms. Sydney Culver have been busy this summer taking online courses.
Check out the following link to find out fun ways you can keep your mind growing this summer! Learning Link: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/254281?org=york-prep
#YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom

Did you know that dual enrollment classes allow high school students to earn college and high school credits simultaneously? Contact Dr. Harrington (vanessa.harrington@yorkprepsc.org) for more information and check out this summer opportunity available at USC Lancaster!

York Prep teachers and staff are having a great summer! Ms. Pamela Green, a new 3rd grade teacher at York Prep had a blast riding ATVs with her family in Tennessee.
What are some things you are doing with your family this summer? Feel free to email your photos to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.
#YorkPrepFamily

Keep learning this summer! #FromRootstoBloom
* Elementary students - check out fun reading and math activities each day at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10YVYb5QjTdJq8nQXPGK0Bfadu3yQLv4l?fbclid=IwAR0lGI0AR3daTc1BfhYOuUOBcQl42CD_S6zQ4WthwB3UW1S2IyZxRBY-h54
* Middle School students- check out our Summer Challenge at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/article/254252?org=middle

York Preparatory Academy announces the location of York Prep's second campus opening Fall of 2022.
Press Release: https://5il.co/hbbn

York Preparatory Academy announces the hiring of our new Athletic Director, Coach Larry Davis. Congratulations Coach Davis!
Press Release: https://5il.co/h9fw
#PatriotPride #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily

Keep learning all summer!!!
- Check out fun daily reading and math activities for your elementary student at https://drive.google.com/…/10YVYb5QjTdJq8nQXPGK0Bfadu3yQLv4l
- York Prep Middle School will be offering USA Test Prep challenges (with prizes) and a summer reading list found at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/middle/browse/135933
#FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #YorkPrepFamily

VirtualSC will allow students who failed a course in 2019-2020 to continue to register for summer credit recovery courses until Sunday, June 14th at 8:00 PM. Students requesting courses by this new deadline must have counselor approval in the Dashboard no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, June 15th. Credit Recovery courses are offered in English, Math, Science and Social Studies. Please register at https://virtualsc.org/.

Rock Hill's Red, White and Boom will have virtual contests and activities for families the week of June 26-July 4 including art, singing, photography and baking contests. Check out more information and register at the following link. https://www.onlyinoldtown.com/boom2020

The Art Council of York County presents the 9th Annual Youth Literary Competition, highlighting the best in short stories and poetry by students enrolled in K-12 programs from across York County, SC. The deadline to submit your original work is Friday, August 28. https://www.yorkcountyarts.org/literarycalls

Congratulations to York Preparatory Academy High School for being ranked as a top high school by the U.S. News and World Report! #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/south-carolina/districts/sc-public-charter-school-district/york-preparatory-academy-156423

Looking for fun educational activities for your elementary child? York Prep Elementary teachers are adding fun reading and math activities each week to these folders. Activities are optional and will help your student to keep growing over the summer. #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily
Elementary Summer Learning Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10YVYb5QjTdJq8nQXPGK0Bfadu3yQLv4l

York Prep Summer E-Learning begins today!!! Visit Schoology to check out these optional fun activities to keep your mind engaged over the summer!

Congratulations to York Prep Valedictorian, Hannah Archer and the valedictorians from all York County schools! #2020Graduates #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily
https://www.heraldonline.com/graduations/article243277376.html

York Prep Elementary had a great school year! Join Elementary Principal, Mrs. Jennifer McGugan for a farewell message to our elementary families and the 2019/20 school year. https://youtu.be/IDK3dl4M9eU

York Prep high school students have the opportunity for Credit Recovery this summer through http://virtualsc.org. Students may take courses online for FREE between June 8 and July 30 to earn credit. The deadline to register is June 10.

Beginning June 8th: York County Library invites all ages to join their virtual "Imagine Your Story" Summer Learning Challenge! The challenge is simple: Read 10 hours and get a prize! For every 10 hours you read (up to 50 hours), you'll earn one entry into a Grand Prize Drawing. Register now at https://www.yclibrary.org/slc. For help registering or logging time, call us at (803) 992-0263 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 4–6 p.m.

Please join us for a video recording of York Preparatory Academy's Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony. We are so proud of our 2020 graduates!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blCCjHaXbF4&feature=emb_logo

As you plan your summer, include time for summer reading! York Preparatory Academy will offer opportunities throughout the summer to keep your child's mind engaged including fun Schoology activities from our teachers.
York Prep Middle School will be offering USA Test Prep challenges (with prizes) and a summer reading list found at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/middle/browse/135933

Join us for a virtual celebration of our Kindergarten students and their accomplishments throughout the 2019/20 school year. Our students are growing in their, "knowledge, skills, character, and determination necessary to excel in their chosen post-secondary pursuits and in life." Congratulations Kindergarten graduates!
https://youtu.be/IwCJSyzIMjI

In January of 2020, YPA hosted its first Patriot 5K Scholarship Run/Walk. Through the generous support of our participants and sponsors, we were able to award a scholarship to a graduating senior. Seniors had the opportunity to apply, sharing how they plan to use the skills they have learned at YPA in their continuing education and future career. After review by a committee of alumni, we are pleased to award the 2020 Patriot Alumni Scholarship of $2,000 to Daniel Gleaves. Daniel plans to attend the University of South Carolina Honors College in the fall, pursuing a major in Computer Science. Congratulations Daniel! #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride #YorkPrepFamily #2020Graduate

NASA's SpaceX Demo-2 is scheduled to launch today from the Kennedy Space Center at 4:33 pm. Tomorrow the SpaceX Demo-2 is scheduled to dock with the International Space Station at 11:39 am. Don't miss this historic event streamed live at the link: https://www.nasa.gov/nasalive

Important Update: York Preparatory Academy will begin accepting applications for our Patriot's Promise before and after school care in July. We will notify families on the specific date the application will open as it gets closer.

Please join York Preparatory Academy as we celebrate our virtual 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. Congratulations 8th grade students and families and best of luck as you continue your journey in high school!
https://youtu.be/t8q_RBpz-AQ

Our seniors are graduating today! Join us at 8:30 pm for a live streamed graduation ceremony. Congratulations! #ForeverAPatriot #2020Seniors #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily
https://yorkprep.streamdynamic.com/

Rain or shine, TODAY is our Senior Parade at 2:30 pm streaming on York Prep's Facebook Page! https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/

Please join us in celebrating the college athletic signing for graduate, Sidney Russell who has committed to play volleyball at Spartanburg Methodist College this fall. Sidney played middle school, junior varsity and varsity volleyball for the York Prep Patriots and made the high school roster in 8th grade. Sidney plans to major in a field serving the special needs community. Congratulations Sidney and best of luck!

Happy Monday York Prep! It's our final game of GUESS THE SENIOR! Match the following baby pictures to this list of seniors. The answers will be posted this Thursday. Happy guessing!
Seniors: Austra Phillips, Ethan Little, Sidney Russell, Spencer Waldon, William Chapman, Brooklyn Channell, Makayla Martin, Kristin Paul, Carson Helms, Cameron Forbes, Ashton Parris, Gabriella Loflin, Stephen Jackson, Shaelynn Espitia, Daniel Dougan, Austin Everall, Hope Williams, Matthew Bradley, William Mundy, Alexa Parris, George Burden, Simaria McKnight-Quinn, Dalton Pannell, Tyler Blankman, Elisah Hemphill, Devon Martin, Alexandra Gaines, Reed Brunet, Trevor Faile, and Shakya Moore.
#2020Graduates #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily

Listen as the teachers and staff at York Preparatory Academy read Dr. Seuss' book, "Oh the Places You'll Go!" dedicated to the Class of 2020. As our graduates continue onto the next steps of their journey, remember that the faculty and staff of York Prep is cheering for YOU! “And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and ¾ percent guaranteed).”
Video Link: https://youtu.be/96tBFp_CYYY

If you're looking for fun activity, try this neighborhood walk scavenger hunt! See how many you can find and feel free to send your photos to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. #YorkPrepFamily

Through York Prep's Dual Enrollment program, four York Preparatory Academy seniors are graduating from high school with an Associates Degree from USC Lancaster. Please join us in recognizing these students for their hard work and dedication!
Please visit York Prep's website for more information about our High School Pathways: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/high-school-options-pathways
#FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #2020Graduate #YorkPrepFamily

It's Celebrate Seniors month and it's time for GUESS THAT SENIOR! Match the following baby pictures to this list of seniors. The answers will be posted this Thursday!
Seniors: Seth Enix, Tanner Davis, Alexandrea Williams, Justin Ortiz, Damon Vess, Raegan Williams, Delaney Bennett, Damian Adams, Justin Valdez, Michaela Baier, Sherry Judd, Aderia Wilson, Jade Gordon, Leigh Covington, Haillie Biddy, and Devin Chapman.
#2020Graduates #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily

Important Announcement: York Preparatory Academy announces that our Summer Camp planned for summer 2020 is canceled. The finance office will credit back the summer camp deposits to the debit/credit card used if possible. If we are unable to credit the card, there will be a credit applied to the student's feepay account. York Prep will provide more information on virtual academic programs as we further assess the situation around school closures.

Happy Nurses Appreciation Day!!! Thank you to our health care professionals who are helping our community. A special shout out to our school nurses: Nurse Chiquita Foster, Nurse Jane Pearson, Ms. Debra Blanchett and Ms. Kim Neal for the love and care you give our students! #NurseAppreciationDay #YorkPrepFamily

From Mr. Shepard: Due to a scheduling conflict with Advanced Placement testing, we will need to delay the start time of the Patriot Parade. The event will begin at 2:30 pm on Wednesday May 20, 2020. This change offers the best opportunity for us to celebrate every senior. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Who's ready for a GAME called Guess the Senior???? Match the baby photos with the following seniors: Natalie Broome, Triniti Benson, Hannah Weaver, Tyler Teachout, Paris Gallman, Ashley Robinson, John Mugabe, JD Currie, Telsa Stone, Zai'Heim Sanders, Hunter Lowe, Sydney Estes, Martha Burton, Justin Crimm, Ny'Azia Crawford, Rebekah Johns. The answers will be posted this Friday- Happy Guessing! #YorkPrepFamily

Good Morning York Prep! It's Teacher Appreciation Week and we have some special things planned to express our sincere thanks to our teachers and staff. Thanks to our business partners, Nishie G's and Michelle Ayer, our teachers and staff will each receive a free lunch and custom t-shirt.
We encourage you to work as a family to come up with some special ways this week you can say thank you to your child's teachers. If you would like to submit a thank you note or special memory for us to share with our YPA family, please feel free to complete this form- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqCIjZdcc9wPQW4AjAkYUBv_yYw2G3aWeh12zeYIjTsIcJnw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR1u_odxjK__KXFnE_hfKOCLiFLvwAHu_8Z5WcRbSf-aNSyzEYs_EY-KQBQ
We love our teachers & staff and together we are seeing our students succeed! #YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom

York Preparatory Academy presents the Class of 2020! Please join us as we celebrate our seniors throughout the entire month of May.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pegLXRbvXeI&feature=youtu.be

Happy Friday! Next week we will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week and we have some special things planned to express our sincere thanks to our teachers and staff. We encourage you to work as a family to come up with some special ways you can say thank you to your child's teachers. If you would like to submit a thank you note or special memory for us to share with our YPA family, please feel free to complete the form below. We love our teachers & staff and together we are seeing our students succeed! #YorkPrepFamily
Form Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqCIjZdcc9wPQW4AjAkYUBv_yYw2G3aWeh12zeYIjTsIcJnw/viewform

Looking for a fun creative activity today? Try building Balloon Lego Cars with Middle School Engineering Teacher, Señor Cortes. Race your car and use the engineering process to keep modifying your model till you get your best results. Feel free to email a photo or video of your design to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.
VIDEO LINK: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/261667834881122/

Gather round York Prep and listen to Ms. Comer read the book, Otis and the Tornado.
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/660660337835693/

We love our seniors! Check out the following link for information on our Graduation Ceremony and Senior Parade.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVoGgYrPcTM&feature=youtu.be

It's a beautiful Tuesday York Preparatory Academy! Join our Elementary Art Teacher, Ms. Bryant as she teaches us how to make optical illusions using sidewalk chalk. #YorkPrepFamily
VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/O2LN_5bfv7M

Happy Monday York Preparatory Academy! Looking for a fun hands-on activity today? Check out how to make String Phones with STEAM Teacher, Mr. Clifford Dantzler. Post a photo of your finished project below! #FromRootstoBloom #YorkPrepFamily
Video Link: https://youtu.be/w36NnUXjk8I

It's a York Prep Dance Party!!! Happy Friday York Preparatory Academy! #YorkPrepFamily #FromRootstoBloom https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/1041557286238274/

It's Health & Wellness Week at York Prep! Today Middle School Guidance Counselor, Ms. Ashley Brown talks about how showing gratitude can be positive for our own mental health. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Brown at ashley.brown@yorkprepsc.org.
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/525003018141099/

York Preparatory Academy will hold a virtual Board Meeting tomorrow, 4/23/20.
LOCATION: To Be Held By Teleconference, Join By Calling 1-716-273-1030, Pin 8343945#
Agenda: https://5il.co/ehyh

It's Health & Wellness Week! High School Guidance, Dr. Vanessa Harrington shares ideas for when we feel sad and signs of depression. Feel free to reach out to Dr. Harrington at vanessa.harrington@yorkprepsc.org. https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/714859015977618/

York Prep is celebrating Health & Wellness Week! Today our Elementary Guidance Counselor, Ms. Lisa Byrd speaks about tips to help us when we feel angry and frustrated. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Byrd at lisa.byrd@yorkprepsc.org. #YorkPrepTeam
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/548590306056896/

York Prep is celebrating Health & Wellness Week! Check out the fun at York Prep's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/

It's our final day of Science Discovery Week and today is all about weather. Check out these fun links and have an awesome Friday!
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/photos/a.1824930394464485/2503378893286295/

York Prep is discovering oceanography with fun activities, art & links. Check out all the activities for your student at https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/

Happy Wednesday! As we celebrate Science Discovery Week, check out these fun links to learn more about volcanoes.
Activities: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/photos/a.1824930394464485/2501751863448998/?type=3&theater
Make an Erupting Volcano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1pR8Sm2774&feature=emb_logo&fbclid=IwAR3t1xT9iNRJzZY1N0Q7NAtHjMgAEW1TFMHI7ktbT7TGV911GfRguQX3AnA

It's Science Discovery Week at @YorkPrepAcademy! Check out these fun interactive links below! #FromRootstoBloom
Activities: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/photos/a.1824930394464485/2500875326869985/
Book Read: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/703086007102758/

@YorkPrepAcademy is celebrating Science Discovery Week and today is Discover the Solar System. Check out this link for tons of fun interactive activities for students of all ages! #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/photos/a.1824930394464485/2500059970284854/

Congratulations to York Preparatory Academy students Kory Davis and Kendall Davis! #PatriotPride #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article241879436.html

Looking for a fun outside activity over spring break? Check out this egg hunt with a fitness twist created by York Preparatory Academy Elementary PE Teacher, Coach McGee. #FromRootstoBloom
Video Link: https://youtu.be/StE1j1DO89c

It's Travel Thursday! Easter Island, the rumored home of the Easter Bunny, is a remote volcanic island in Polynesia. Easter Island is most famous for its 1,000 moai (monumental statues) which weigh as much as 80 tons and tower as high as 30 feet tall. You can visit the island through multiple online virtual tours! #FromRootstoBloom
AirPano 360 Aerial Tour: https://www.airpano.com/360photo/Easter-Island/
PBS Virtual Tour: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/easter/
National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/world-heritage/easter-island/

Try this super fun game created by York Preparatory Academy PE Teacher, Coach McGee. Using simple items found in your home, you can get the entire family moving. How many strikes can you get in a row? #YorkPrepTeam
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m-hewE1OTs&feature=emb_logo

York Preparatory Academy will host our Board of Directors meeting tomorrow, April 2, 2020 at 6:30 PM by teleconference. Attend the meeting by calling 1-716-273-1030, Pin 8343945#. Agenda Link: https://5il.co/ehyh

Learn more about Pysanky Eggs from this ART VIDEO from Elementary Art Teacher, Ms. Bryant! Email your art photos to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTlodzvrx6I&feature=youtu.be

It's Family Fun Week at York Preparatory Academy and today is Cooking Fun! Email a photo of your child helping in the kitchen to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. Happy cooking!

Did you know you can visit the York County Library at https://www.yclibrary.org/ to check out free e-books, audio books, or e-magazines? You can also listen to free music or watch free movies. Visit their website to register for a new library card.

Good morning friends! Circle up and listen to Ms. Comer read, "The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend." Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/226247351954154/

York Preparatory Academy is celebrating Family Fun Week and today is Family Movie Night! Feel free to email your photos to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.

Happy Monday York Prep! Hop into spring with this frog drawing tutorial with Elementary Art Teacher, Ms. Bryant!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18KLF1XU6kk&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0bKfeuTreDaWDHL1S0algIxRXmx5Yxx-rx2hwqsXjSjNBHzD5uKdpRyUc

Happy National Scribble Day! Circle up and listen to the book, "I'm Not Just a Scribble" read by Mr. Comer and then do a fun art activity with Ms. Bryant! #FromRootstoBloom
VIDEO LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUPbadHr52U&feature=emb_logo

It's YPA Spirit Day- post a photo in your YPA gear or school colors to York Prep's Facebook page or email to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org! #PatriotPride

Alive @ 25 is offering online virtual courses in driver's safety at the following link: https://www.scnsc.org/training/alive-at-25

At York Prep, we love to be healthy! Let's show some of our favorite outside or inside activities that get us moving. Post your photos at York Prep's Facebook page or email them to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.

Today is Furry Friend Day! Post a photo of your pet or favorite stuffed animal on York Prep's facebook page or you can email your picture to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.

Ivy League schools such as Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Penn, Princeton, and Yale are offering FREE online courses in some of their most popular classes. Students and parents can check these out at the following link: https://www.classcentral.com/collection/ivy-league-moocs

Looking for creative inspiration? Watch our Middle School Art Teacher, Mrs. Price Frasier teach us how to create a lego self portrait.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCTc3v8ylmA&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0QEQqK2Kt6x4qRq_GqFh4UUl4j9dDLys2iBnVgqcxV3CFdWxiWESrVGjg

It's Virtual Spirit Week! Today for Creative Genius, let's see your drawings, lego creations, chalk art, baking, painting, pillow forts, play dough & all creative ideas! Post on https://facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/ or email to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org.

Audible.com is now offering free audible stories for kids of all ages. #FromRootstoBloom
https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

It's indoor PE time with Coach McGee!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN0q1OjKt5E&feature=emb_logo&fbclid=IwAR09q7bEzD3dYyox_Sly_WKsFtO9I-m1tXIm0zwc_XzTmopPDGiw1bE23y8

Circle up in your pjs and listen to York Preparatory Academy Media Specialist, Ms. Comer read, "The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!" #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=515142499199006

Take a college or university tour online at CampusTours.com. With over 1,700 virtual college & university campus tours, visit schools you are interested in without leaving your home. #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.campustours.com/college-search/state/South-Carolina/

It's Field Trip Friday York Preparatory Academy! Check out this awesome virtual field trip of the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) in New York City offering two interactive ways to tour. Opening in 1870, the MET contains over 2 million works of art and is the largest museum in the United States.
MET Kid Interactive Map: https://www.metmuseum.org/a…/online-features/metkids/explore
MET 360 degree Project: https://www.metmuseum.org/a…/online-features/met-360-project
Check it out and let us know your favorite work of art! #metkids #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon

Make music today with York Preparatory Academy Elementary Music Teacher, Ms. Bernard!
https://youtu.be/SL-YL45SOco

Happy First Day of Spring York Preparatory Academy! Elementary Art Teacher, Ms. Bryant made this fun video showing us how to make Spring Flower Origami. Email a photo of your origami project, spring art or take a spring nature photo to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org to celebrate spring.
Link: https://youtu.be/eew3l9wiZD8

Good Morning Friends! York Preparatory Academy is celebrating Wild About Reading Wednesday! Circle up and listen to Ms. Comer, Elementary Library Media Specialist read "Creepy Pair of Underwear" which won the 2020 SC Picture Book Award. Send a photo of a favorite book to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org and let's celebrate reading! #FromRootstoBloom
Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/489816911697023/

Happy St. Patrick's Day to our York Prep students and families! Send your e-learning photos wearing GREEN to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org & happy learning!

CORRECTION:
Attention Parents and Students: The school buildings will be accessible tomorrow, 3/16 from 11:00 am- 1:00 pm for students to pick up textbooks and supplies.

Make plans to cheer on our Patriots tonight at home at the Girls Varsity Soccer game and Varsity Baseball game both starting at 5:00 pm. The full athletic schedule can be found on our York Prep App or on our website at the following link. #PatriotPride
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/athletics/events

Congratulations to York Preparatory Academy's Indoor Percussion and Indoor Winds for their fantastic performances at the Carolina Winter Ensemble Association on Saturday.
- Indoor Percussion Category: 1st Place
- Indoor Winds Category: 2nd Place
Congratulations to these students, directors and volunteers! Make plans to cheer for York Prep's Indoor Band on March 28th for the CWEA Championships at Winthrop Coliseum. #PatriotPride

York Prep is now accepting dresses and accessories for our Dress Donation Drive. Donate gently used formal or semi-formal dresses at the Student Union or Plato's Closet - Rock Hill, SC until March 13th. Students attending the 8th grade formal or Junior/Senior Prom will have the opportunity to set up an appointment March 14 or 15 to shop for a free dress. Please contact Debra Blanchett at debra.blanchett@yorkprepsc.org to set up your appointment to shop or to volunteer. This event is open to the public.

Today is York Preparatory Academy's 2020 Enrollment Lottery! Our school has received a record number of applicants and are excited to partner with these families in the future!
Applicants will be notified of the results via email and the results will be posted on the windows of the Student Union on Thursday, February 27 by 12 noon. Results cannot be posted on our website. Families calling in prior to this time will not receive lottery results.
For more information on enrollment at York Preparatory Academy, please visit our website at the following link. We are excited to have these families join our York Prep family!
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/enrollment-and-tours

York Preparatory Academy is headed to the University of South Carolina today for the Education Recruitment Day at Pastides Alumni Center from 3:00-8:00 pm. #YorkPrepTeam University of South Carolina
Check out employment opportunities on our website at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/working-at-york-prep

Congratulations to the York Preparatory Academy High School Mock Trial team who competed in the Regional Competition on Saturday in Columbia, SC. The results from the competition will be finalized Tuesday. #FromRootstoBloom
Special recognition to the following students:
- Judges Choice Best Attorney and Peer Choice Best Attorney: Amelia Smith and Parris Gallman
- Judges Choice Best Witness and Peer Choice Best Witness: Gracee Nelson and Leah Watson

Best of luck to York Prep's High School Mock Trial team who is competing Saturday in Columbia at the regional Mock Trial Competition. Good luck and a special thank you to Ms. James, Ms. Butler, Mr. DiMatteo, Mr. Myers, and all of the volunteers for their dedication and support! #PatriotPride

York Prep Guidance Counselor, Ms. Ashley Brown did a fantastic presentation yesterday for York Prep families and the community called, "The Connection Crisis- Fostering Authentic Connections in a Digital World." Check out her presentation and feel free to email her with questions at ashley.brown@yorkprepsc.org. https://youtu.be/zUS4IVKw0rA

In anticipation of inclement weather and road conditions, York Preparatory Academy is canceling all after school activities and Patriot's Promise for today, February 20, 2020.
York Preparatory Academy will be operating on a two hour delay on Friday, February 21 with buses operating 2 hours late. There will be no morning Patriot's Promise or breakfast served. Due to the Friday delay, York Prep will not be dismissing on our normal Friday schedule. Elementary (K-4th) will dismiss at 2:35 pm. Middle School (5th-8th) will dismiss at 2:55 pm. High School (9th-12th) will dismiss at 3:07 pm. Patriot's Promise after school will operate on normal schedule. The High School bell schedule will be posted in Schoology.
York Prep will continue to monitor the weather and will keep you updated with changes. As always, please continue to use your judgement when traveling in your area.

"Being a successful teacher takes more than just you working and York Prep gets that." #YorkPrepTeam
Two more days till York Preparatory Academy's Teacher Fair. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9z6rG4f1VwbGApLsEMh5twXnjp77d55o9fKZhVvSU9nZdNw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3_xQDfSQZXlb2-VeEqKqJuGy6fGDtOLZARqUisYePFkds9LQKNn1UrT5A

We welcome our York Prep family and the community to our upcoming Black History Celebration on Thursday, February 27 beginning at 5:30 pm at the Student Union building. Super Icy Brothers and Ooowee BBQ will be selling items from 5-8 pm at the event! Please make plans to join us and invite your friends!
https://www.facebook.com/events/846334229147115/

Our Patriot Day event begins in just 2 WEEKS! York Prep Patriot Days is a 10 day campus wide celebration filled with activities which starts with our Math & Science Night and ends with our Patriot Fun Run and Color Run.
York Prep partners with Boosterthon for our Patriot Fun Run and Color Run. As our primary fundraiser of each year, we truly appreciate your family's partnership to make this event a success. Please take a moment to watch this video to find out how you can be involved! #Boosterthon
Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/844938609302056

York Prep loves our teachers and the impact they make on each student's life every day!
For more information on working at York Prep, visit https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/working-at-york-prep
#YorkPrepTeam #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom

Mrs. Caston's Kindergarten class took their lesson outside! Working in pairs, the students practiced number lines and addition through movement.
Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/1003438003372883/

The Varsity basketball games scheduled for today vs Uproar Academy have been canceled.

Congratulations to the following students that have been selected as the 2020 Junior Marshals for this year's graduation: Abigail Anteneh, Jessica Branham, Maria Terceros Claure, Jacob Foy, Matthew Gaston, Jackson Gentry, Kristen Issa, Sarah Margaret Porter, Amelia Smith, Collin Weis, and Sarah Margaret Porter.
Junior Marshal is an honor bestowed to the top 10 students who have earned the highest academic averages in their Junior Year. Junior Marshals play an integral role in graduation in an honorary and service capacity. Congratulations to these Patriots!
#FromRootstoBloom

Due to a wind advisory and unsafe conditions, York Preparatory Academy will be closed today, 2/07/20. All after school activities have been canceled. York Prep will make up the day on Friday, February 14, 2020.

York Preparatory Academy will be operating on a 1 Hour Delay on Friday, February 7, 2020. Buses will also operate on a one hour delay. There will be no Patriot's Promise Before Care in the morning. Please use your judgement and be cautious. York Prep will be flexible with 1st period tardies tomorrow, so please take your time when traveling. School will dismiss according to our normal Friday schedule.

Please Note: Due to weather, the board meeting scheduled for tonight has been moved to Monday, 2/10 at 7:30 pm at the Student Union.

Due to expected weather in our area with high gusts and sustained winds, York Preparatory Academy will be closing early. All after school activities and Patriot's Promise have been canceled. Lunches will be refunded.
* Kindergarten- 4th grade will dismiss at 11:30 am.
* 5th-12th grade will dismiss at 12:00 pm.
Half Day Bus Pick Up Times:
West End: 11:35 am
Adnah Church: 12:05 pm
Museum Road: 12:15 pm
AME: 12:10 pm
Garden: 12:20 pm
LDS: 12:10 pm
Chester: 12:20 pm

Vote for York Prep Sophomore, Kory Davis for the Herald’s 1st High School Athlete of the Week! #patriotpride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article239913948.html?fbclid=IwAR39YAlX4rEAixrB37Z7-2_3BbR9-LMq1Ah65pjksdIlWvEkTbtA_JLH-f0

Registration is now open for York Preparatory Academy's summer camp and includes field trips, educational projects, art, music, outdoor fun, and hands on activities! Summer Camp Information & Registration Link: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/2020-summer-camp

Come cheer on your fellow Patriots as the Varsity girls and Varsity boys teams host Legion Collegiate on Friday, January 31 beginning at 6 pm at the Student Union. All York Prep fans are encouraged to wear WHITE. York Prep students will receive FREE ADMISSION to these games. We hope to see you there!

York Prep's mission is that our student's, "possess the knowledge, skills, character, and determination necessary to excel in their chosen post-secondary pursuits and in life."
We are thankful for amazing community partnerships like Abi Steele from Keystone Substance Abuse Services for educating our Middle School Life Skills class on the dangers of drugs, vaping, alcohol abuse and prescription drugs abuse using their Anti-Addiction Trivia Pursuit game.
#FromRootstoBloom

It's Chick-Fil-A Spirit Day at the Cherry Road location! York Prep receives a portion of all sales ordered through the Chick-Fil-A App for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Thanks for your support! App Link: https://www.chick-fil-a.com/appdownload

It's almost time for our Patriot 5K Run/Walk this Saturday starting at the Student Union building. There is still time to register at https://raceroster.com/…/277…/patriot-5k-scholarship-runwalk
Participants: You will have three opportunities to pick up your race packet: 1) Friday, 1/17 from Noon-3pm at the Student Union, 2) Friday, 1/17 from 5-8pm at the Student Union, 3) Saturday, 1/18 from 8-8:45am at the Student Union.
The race begins at 9:00 am and will be held rain or shine. Thank you for your support of this wonderful scholarship run benefiting our students!

February Breakfast and Lunch Menus are Open
February breakfast and lunch ordering is now open and will close on Monday, January 20, 2020. No late orders will be accepted. All orders, free, reduced, and full pay must be ordered and paid within the ordering period. Fun Lunch menus are also open with options such as: Southern Salads, Moe's, Shane's Rib Shack and Domino's Pizza. Fun Lunch orders do not qualify for free/reduced lunches. Please contact Ms. Adams with questions at hally.adams@yorkprepsc.org.
To set up a new lunch ordering account for your student:
1. Go to the website: Orgsonline.com
2. Use school code: 292YPASC.
3. Follow the prompts to add all children at YPA.

This Saturday at 7 pm is York Prep's Winthrop Basketball Night. Winthrop has reserved section 117 for York Prep. On arrival, please inform the ticket office at the coliseum that you are with York Prep. You will then receive a reduced priced $5 general admission ticket for section 117 which will allow you to sit in any row or seat number in section 117. Our chorus will be singing the National Anthem. Please make plans to join us for this great family event to cheer on our chorus and our YPA alumni, DJ Burns.

It's almost Homecoming! Homecoming Schedules and Information can be found at the following link:https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/high-school/page/homecoming--14

Today is the deadline to register for York Prep's Patriot 5K Scholarship Run/Walk to receive a guaranteed race shirt! Students, parents, friends, family, and the community are welcome!
REGISTRATION LINK: https://raceroster.com/events/2020/27779/patriot-5k-scholarship-runwalk?fbclid=IwAR3rwW2J2Hx55awENUmcMjvk1aLpHz8GIOTHGBNlWEuzYkp5PUqLK4GYnrM

Important Friday Reminders: York Preparatory Academy is operating on half-day dismissal on Friday, December 20th. Please remember that there is no Patriot's Promise on half days and no lunch is served.
* Kindergarten-4th grade: Dismisses at 11:30 am
* 5th-8th grade: Dismisses at 12:00 pm
* 9th-12th grade: High School students should only attend Thursday, 12/19 and Friday, 12/20 if they need to complete a makeup exam. Please see the High School makeup exam schedule below.
- Thursday, December 19: 8:15am-10:15am-1st Block Make-up, 10:30am-12:30pm-2nd Block Make-up
- Friday, December 20: 8:15am-10:15am-3rd Block Make-up, 10:30am-12:30pm-4th Block Make-up

Attention K5-8th Grade Families: You now have another chance to place an order for Slushie Day! Slushie Day (formerly blue ice) occurs once a month for Kindergarten-8th grade students. The cost is $12.50 for students to receive a slushie once a month from January-May. Specific dates will vary and slushies will be served by grade level. Orders are now open online and will close on January 5th at 11:59 pm. No late orders will be accepted and refunds will not be issued if the student is absent.
LINK: https://www.studentquickpay.com/yorkprepsc/

York Prep Basketball Making News! #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article238158509.html

Come cheer on the York Prep Band and the York Prep Elementary Cheerleaders tonight at the York Holiday Parade! #PatriotPride

York Preparatory Academy alumni, Jaron Williams making news! #PatriotPride
http://www.thepacer.net/mens-basketball-inks-jaron-williams-to-kick-off-signing-class-of-2019-20/

York Prep basketball making news! #PatriotPride
https://www.heraldonline.com/sports/high-school/article237737719.html

This holiday season, support your school with your Amazon purchases by registering for AmazonSmile. The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from customers’ eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organizations they select. To register, please click York Prep's unique charity link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/36-4641998. Thank you for your support!

York Preparatory Academy's 5th grade hosted Hallway of Heroes which is an annual event recognizing our local community heroes. Thank you for inspiring our students to give back to their community! VIDEO LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhi88YW_H0I&feature=youtu.be

The 2019/20 York Prep Basketball Schedule is now posted on our website. Go Patriots! #PatriotPride
LINK: https://5il.co/ba0o

Critical Thinking, Communication. Collaboration
Ms. Hendrix Hamilton's 7th grade Social Studies class went on a virtual tour of the palace of Versailles. Students investigated and recorded the types of luxuries that King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette purchased which led to tremendous national debt in the years leading up to the French Revolution.
#NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom

York Prep celebrated Red Ribbon Week campus wide with fun activities, dress up days, and special speakers to promote a drug-free life! #FromRootstoBloom
https://youtu.be/bdlC5TxD2rc

ACT scores are in and York Prep students did amazing! #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/state/south-carolina/article236856878.html

It's Halloween at York Preparatory Academy which mean it's time for our annual Staff Costume Video! https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/517117272474027

Basketball Tryout Information: All students must have an updated physical prior to try-outs (no exceptions). Please wear a t-shirt, gym shorts and tennis shoes to try-outs.
* Middle School Girls & Boys Tryouts: November 4 & 5 @ 3:15–4:15 pm, SU Gym
* Varsity Girls Tryouts: November 4 & 5 @ 4:15–5:45 pm, SU Gym
* JV / Varsity Boys Tryouts: November 4 & 5 @ 5:45–7:00 pm, SU Gym

Congratulations to York Preparatory Academy's Band of Revolution for their highest result at the SCBDA 1A State Championship placing 6th out of 15 bands. We recognize the hard work and dedication of our students, staff and volunteers. Congratulations on your amazing result! #PatriotPride #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom

York Preparatory Academy's Band of Revolution is heading to the SCBDA 1A State Championships at Chapin High School tomorrow. Congratulations on your amazing season thus far and best of luck tomorrow! #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #PatriotPride
LINK: https://youtu.be/Jq2kgJ6PsY8

York Preparatory Academy’s Band of Revolution came in 2nd place in the SCBDA 1A Upper State Championship Semi-finals today with a SUPERIOR rating in Music performance! On Saturday, York Prep will compete for our 3rd consecutive year at the SCBDA 1A State Championships at Chapin High School. Huge congratulations to these students, staff and volunteers for their hard work and dedication! #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride #NationalBlueRibbon

York Preparatory Academy had the privilege of honoring our 2019 Hall of Heroes recipients at a reception yesterday evening to recognize these Patriot's Outstanding Achievement or Outstanding Contribution at our school. Please join us in celebrating these teachers, volunteers and students for the difference they have made at York Prep!
2019 Hall of Heroes Recipients:
Melissa Scercy- Teacher
Traci Ayer- Teacher
Dr. Melanie Gallman- Teacher
Susan Hargrove- Teacher
Gary Rogers-Teacher
Isabel Smith- Student
Alexus Roberts- Student
Joshua Mugabe- Student
Stephen Cox- Volunteer
Patrick and Sonia Young- Volunteer
#NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom

York Preparatory Academy's gym was alive with excitement for reading and literacy! Today's pep rally launches the start of Comporium's Digger Book Club in elementary. WNBA player and author, Ivory Latta electrified our students on the importance of reading. A special thank you to these amazing community partners for their dedication to education and literacy. Make plans to join us tomorrow for our free Literacy Night event at the Elementary School! #FromRootstoBloom

York Preparatory Academy's 2020/21 Application is now open! Apply at https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/enrollment-and-tours

Come out and cheer on your Patriots at home in this week's senior night and Queen City Middle School Tournaments! Game Schedule: https://yorkprepsc.org/o/athletics
#PatriotPride

York Preparatory Academy will be operating on normal schedule tomorrow, 10/11/19. Drinking fountains will be turned off so please send your child with a bottle of water. Students and staff will have access to hand sanitizer.

FYI: The Board Meeting scheduled for tomorrow, 10/10 will be rescheduled for a future date.

Per the City of Rock Hill's request, York Preparatory Academy will not hold school on Thursday, 10/10/19. The makeup date will be Nov. 1st.

York Preparatory Academy High School's 2018/19 Performance Data is in and you did AMAZING scoring Excellent on the SC State Report Card and winning the 2018/19 Palmetto Silver Award! Congratulations to the students and the teachers for your hard work and dedication! #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom
Video Link: https://vimeo.com/365114714

November Ordering Now Open:
November breakfast, lunch and fun lunch ordering is now open and will close on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. No late orders (free/reduced/full pay) will be accepted. All orders, free, reduced, and full pay must be ordered and paid within the ordering period. Fun Lunch orders do not qualify for free/reduced lunches.Please contact Ms. Adams with questions at hally.adams@yorkprepsc.org.
To set up a new lunch ordering account for your student:
1) Go to the website: Orgsonline.com
2) Use school code: 292YPASC.
3) Follow the prompt to add all children at YPA.

York Preparatory Academy is excited to partner with Sweet Tea Refill to offer great new apparel options for students, staff and families. Check out the following LINK to order. Orders placed by October 10th can be picked up at Patriot U- Literacy Night (please choose Patriot U night pick up at checkout). The deadline to order these shirt designs is October 17th.
Order Link: https://www.sweettearefill.com/collections/york-prep-spirit-shop

York Prep is excited to offer our Elementary Book fair as part of our Literacy Night events! The Book Fair will be open Monday, October 14 - Thursday, October 17 from 8:00 am- 3:30 pm with a special evening opening during Literacy Night on October 17 from 5 pm - 7 pm. If you are interested in volunteering for the Book Fair, please email Ms. Comer at renee.comer@yorkprepsc.org.

York Preparatory Academy is honored to partner with businesses in our area to impact students and their education! Today we welcomed Carolina Power Washing who for the last two years has supported the Special Services Department at York Prep. Through their generous support, York Prep has been able to create a dedicated conference space for Special Services to hold important meetings for families and students. Please join us in thanking them for their continued partnership and dedication to education! #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon

Congratulations to the York Preparatory Academy Band of Revolution scoring EXCELLENT at Saturday's Olde English Festival at the Memorial District 3 Stadium in Rock Hill! Thank you to our dedicated families for supporting our band program.
Good luck to our band as they perform in the Henry Laurens Invitational at Laurens District 55 High School this Saturday!
#FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon #YPABand

York Preparatory Academy will perform a Lock Down Drill on Wednesday, 9/18/19 in order to test our emergency procedures. As a part of that drill, we will be testing our emergency communication systems. Please read the following information: http://web-extract.constantcontact.com/v1/social_annotation?permalink_uri=30qkrcG&image_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmlsvc01-prod.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fa119414c001%2F0d91269c-d5aa-43b0-b5df-013a2df4ced5.png%3Fver%3D1568402197000&fbclid=IwAR3THdIt_Y4q6xYbBKlrHNTlCTBzSwH2PSn5ETuvrMcw_o0VB_OlYP4Z8ZQ

York Prep now has a Fan Shop through Josten's where you can order a huge selection YPA Spirit Wear year round! Click on the apparel item and then customize it with your favorite logo or school program! https://schoolstore.jostens.com/school/south-carolina/rock-hill/york-preparatory-academy-5-8
SALE- For a limited time, Josten's is offering a sale on select merchandise from now until September 18th! Check it out at https://yorkprepfanshop2019.itemorder.com/sale.

York Prep believes that students succeed when there is a partnership between the school and the family. This morning at the Patriot Volunteer meeting, Mr. Myrup discussed our new School-Parent Agreement. That information is available at the following link. #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon
https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york…/…/school-parent-agreement

York Prep will be broadcasting our Patriot Volunteer Meeting live on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/) starting at 9:05 am. Feel free to post your questions or email those to brian.myrup@yorkprepsc.org.

It is the goal that each student at York Preparatory Academy possess the knowledge, skills, character, and determination necessary to excel in their chosen post-secondary pursuits and in life. Select your student's current grade from our new Roadmaps to Success and feel free to let us know how we can help ensure each student is making successful growth and progress.
Roadmaps to Success: https://www.yorkprepsc.org/o/york-prep/page/from-roots-to-bloom-grade-level-roadmap

York Preparatory Academy is equipping students for success through partnerships with parents and our community. Please join us in thanking Nishie G's Cafe for their increased partnership for 2019/20 school year to support our Band of Revolution and our Teacher Appreciation lunch. Their continued support makes a difference to our students and staff!
If your company is interested in partnering with York Preparatory Academy, please contact Enrollment and Outreach Coordinator, Brooke Bruner at brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom
https://www.nishiegs.com/

1,040 people have download our new York Prep app!
Did you know you can sign up for Push Notifications to get alerts or reminders from athletics, band or any building on campus? This is a great way to keep up to date on changes with after school practices or game locations.
App Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.yorksc
App Download for Iphone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/york-preparatory-academy/id1472598862?ls=1

Interested in painting the Spirit Rock at the Elementary, Middle School, Student Union or High School?
You can now reserve the Spirit Rock on yorkprepsc.org under each programs' webpage (Elementary, Middle School or High School), select Menu, and select Spirit Rock Reservation. Please make sure to read the policies regarding the cost and policies prior to reserving!

Almost 1,000 people have already downloaded our new app! Our daily Cafe YPA Menu is now available through our app as well as band and athletic updates. It's everything York Prep in your pocket!
Download for FREE today!
Android: http://bit.ly/2LULTvu
iPhone: https://apple.co/2LTYWNP

855 people have already downloaded our new app! It's everything York Prep in your pocket!
Download for FREE today!
Android: http://bit.ly/2LULTvu
iPhone: https://apple.co/2LTYWNP

York Preparatory Academy is proud to offer amazing breakfast items for our students through our new Patriot Cafe! Students and staff are enjoying the hot fresh sausage biscuit, the bagel with strawberry cream cheese, and the healthy fruit, yogurt and granola parfait. For $1.80 cash, your student can enjoy a full breakfast including hot and cold entrees, sides, and a drink. Start your child with a healthy morning and stop by the Patriot Cafe next week!

Take a peek at some of our student's adorable first day of school photos. We are excited about another amazing year at York Preparatory Academy!
https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy/videos/453015058881245/

Welcome back York Prep! Our smiles are big as we welcome our students to another great year at YPA! Feel free to send your back to school pic to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom

Meet our awesome Special Services team at York Prep led by Director, Scott Barr!
https://youtu.be/KPaE7aubYi8

Hey YPA- Get Your Camera Ready! Tomorrow is our annual First Day of School Picture Post on Facebook!
Feel free to email your first day of school picture to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org to be featured on our FB post. Follow our page at https://www.facebook.com/yorkprepacademy . We are excited to see all of those smiling faces!

York Prep Academy is thrilled to announce our new app for mobile phones! With easy access to everything on our new website, announcements from administrators, athletic scores and game updates, calendar integration tools, band updates, and access to live feed/social media news- it's everything York Prep in your pocket! You can download the app for FREE on both Google Play or the Apple App Store.
Download for Android: http://bit.ly/2LULTvu
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/2LTYWNP

Welcome to the 2019/20 school year from Mr. Brian Myrup, York Preparatory Academy's Managing Director!
https://youtu.be/CHeA3Me4izA

York Prep graduate, Deuce Dean featured on CN2 News!
https://www.cn2.com/york-prep-academy-basketball-standout-heads-to-college/

Check out our new YPA Cafe Breakfast and Lunch Menus for August!
Breakfast: https://5il.co/9bdz
Lunch: https://5il.co/9be0

@YorkPrepAcademy recognized by niche.com in Top 20 in South Carolina! #NationalBlueRibbonSchool
https://www.niche.com/k12/search/best-charter-high-schools/s/south-carolina/

Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm is hosting their annual Teacher Appreciation Nomination for South Carolina educators. If you know a teacher who is deserving of a $500 gift card, nominate them to win! Click the link below to nominate a teacher who has made an impact on you or your children’s lives.
https://schillerhamilton.com/teacher-appreciation-nomination/

The York Prep Spirit Store is open and taking orders! Order your t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, hats, sweatpants and polos at the following link. Orders may be placed now through August 19th with product delivery set for September 3rd.
Questions/Contact: JB Brown, Southpaw Screen Printing & Embroidery, (803) 324-5225, jbrownpaw@gmail.com
LINK: https://yorkprep2019.itemorder.com/sale