York Preparatory Academy will offer Summer Camp beginning in June 2021 for rising Kindergarten- rising 8th grade students on our beautiful 43 acre-campus. Included in the Summer Camp cost is weekly field trips, fun and educational activities, and a daily snack. Space is limited so register today! For more information, CLICK HERE! READ MORE >
Our Spirit Wear Store is always open! Order your Patriot gear 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. Please contact spiritwear@yorkprepsc.org with questions. #PatriotPride READ MORE >
Announcement 12/7/20York 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 the end of the 2020/21 school year or until available funding runs out. That means that all students will be eligible to receive FREE breakfast and lunch until June 4, 2021 or while funding is... READ MORE >
The deadline to order your 2020/21 yearbook is February 19, 2021. York Prep will not purchase extra 2020/21 Yearbooks this year. If you would like a 2020/21 Yearbook, please make sure to place your order by February 19, 2021. Please make sure to select the correct building link when purchasing your yearbook. York Prep cannot refund or swap incorrect yearbooks as... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will be transitioning to a Modified Yellow Phase beginning Monday, January 25, 2021. What does this mean?The Modified Yellow Phase will allow our Hybrid A/B students to attend school on-campus 4 days a week, Monday- Thursday. Friday will continue to be an e-learning day for Hybrid students. The Modified Yellow Phase does not affect our... READ MORE >
We invite all of our elementary students to join us for fun dress up days before we head out to winter break. Monday, December 14 and Tuesday, December 15: Wear your favorite holiday clothingWednesday, December 16 and Thursday, December 17: Wear your cozy pajamas READ MORE >
Families are invited to participate in this FREE opportunity for an interactive, fun, virtual class. Participants will learn more about how to improve relationships with their kids, listen more and yell less, prevent behavior problems and better manage stress within the family. For each session, families will receive a gift card for dinner, gifts and raffle prizes,... READ MORE >
Are you interested in finding out more information about York Preparatory Academy? Do you have a student entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2021? If so, we would love to invite you to our upcoming Kindergarten Information Session held every 6 weeks virtually via Zoom. At the session, you will hear more about York Prep and take a virtual tour of the Elementary... READ MORE >
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 READ MORE >
York Prep welcomes all in person and virtual students to celebrate Red Ribbon Week and our commitment to be drug free. Check out the schedule and feel free to send photos of your student to brooke.bruner@yorkprepsc.org. Elementary : K5-4th Grade Monday, 10/26: Hat Day (A Day)Tuesday, 10/27: Hat Day (B Day)Wednesday, 10/28: Costume Day (A Day)Thursday, 10/29:... READ MORE >
York Prep Elementary shares our safety rules for the 2020 school year in a fun way! Go Go Patriots!!!!#GreatTeachers #YorkPrepFamily READ MORE >
Update 9/01/20We are pleased to report that the data for York County continues to support our school transitioning to the Yellow Phase starting Wednesday, September 9th. Our first A/B schedule will begin on the first A day after Labor day on Wednesday 9/09. Please review the following important information as we transition to on campus learning. Should my student... READ MORE >
Link: Back to School 2020-21 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. As we embark on this new school year, we are confident that through the hard work of our amazing teachers/staff and your... READ MORE >
We are excited to start our 2020/21 school year on August 20th! In 2017, York Prep partnered with Schoology as our online learning management platform and it has been a fantastic tool for students, parents and teachers. Schoology will be increasingly important for your student's success during red, yellow and green phases with multiple functions... READ MORE >
Announcement: 8/26/20We are excited to report that the data for York County is now trending to levels that can support a move into the Yellow Phase. Assuming the continuation of current trends, we are planning to transition into our A day B day schedules on the first A day after Labor day, Wednesday Sept. 9th. We appreciate your continued partnership as we work... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy's new revised calendar is now posted to our website at the following LINK. Below is the calendar information from Return to School Guide: In an efforts to maintain some level of continuity, York Prep has decided to proceed with its originally planned calendar with only minimal changes going into this school year. Those changes are listed... READ MORE >
York Prep Elementary will be posting fun interactive lessons to keep your child engaged at the following LINK. These lessons are optional and are a great way for your student to keep learning over the summer. Also, check great sites like Reading Rockets for book suggestions and feel free to join the York County Library for their Summer Learning Challenge. READ MORE >
Press Release 6/17/20: York Prep Announces Location of New Campus Opening Fall 2022York Preparatory Academy is excited to announce plans to open a new campus opening fall of 2022. The application for replication was approved by the South Carolina Public Charter School District on April 16, 2020. The new campus will enroll students in grades K-5, with the addition... READ MORE >
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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. READ MORE >
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! READ MORE >
We miss our students & families during this time of e-learning. Check out this VIDEO MESSAGE from our teachers and staff. #YorkPrepTeam READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is excited to announce plans to open a new campus opening fall of 2022! Check out the full press release at https://5il.co/fcno Interested families should complete a Parent Interest Form to receive updates about the new campus. We are excited about the future at York Prep! Parent Interest Form:... READ MORE >
It's a York Prep Dance Party! Join our York Prep students and staff as we celebrate our Health & Wellness Week with a school-wide dance party! https://www.facebook.com/watch... READ MORE >
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York Preparatory Academy will be celebrating Health & Wellness Week with daily PE challenges and mental health tips from our guidance counselors. Join the fun and post a picture dressed in our daily color on our Facebook Page. All week, email your dance video clips and we will post a School-Wide Dance Video on Friday! READ MORE >
Join us for Science Discovery Week from April 13-17 with daily science fun at www.facebook.com/yorkprepacade.... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will be closed for spring break from April 6-10. We will resume e-learning when we return on April 13th. Have a wonderful break students and families! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is committed to the health of our students. Please see the following LINK with information on locations serving meals during school closures. Please feel free to reach out to Food Service Director, Hally Adams with questions. READ MORE >
Join us for Family Fun Week on York Prep's Facebook page from March 30th-April 3rd! READ MORE >
Join us March 23-27 for a Virtual Spirit Week at York Prep's Facebook Page. READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will be closed from 3/16/20 until 3/31/20 due to concerns related to COVID-19. This closure includes all activities, athletics, and Patriot's promise before and after school programs. Update: 3/24/20: Schools have now been closed through the end of April. If changes are made to this schedule, we will publish updates as soon as it... READ MORE >
Tickets are now on sale for York Prep's Family Dance on April 24 from 6:30-8:30 pm at https://www.studentquickpay.com/yorkprepsc/.This event, formerly the Father/Daughter Dance, has been expanded to all include all family member combinations. Father/Daughter, Mother/Son, Aunt/Nephew or any family combination. DJ, appetizers, desserts and refreshments will be... READ MORE >
York Prep is excited to announce our 4th round of Intramural Sports Skills. We are offering Soccer. This is a 5-week coed program for grades K5-5th. Athletes will be grouped by grade level (groups may change depending on participation).All sessions will be held on Saturday mornings on the soccer field. The cost of the program is $85 dollars and this includes a... READ MORE >
With the support of our amazing staff, volunteers, and families, York Preparatory Academy raised $72,643.66 in our Patriot Fun Run and Color Run!!! Check out this video with highlights from today's events. A special thank you to our business sponsors Founders Federal Credit Union, Plato's Closet of Rock Hill, Carolina Power Washing, and Adventure Air for supporting... READ MORE >
Tickets are now on sale for York Preparatory Academy's Spring Production of "Up the Down Staircase" on March 19, 20 and 21. This production features 28 cast and 19 crew members from 5th-12th grade. Order your tickets today at https://www.studentquickpay.com/yorkprepsc/ or purchase at the door.Dates/Times:March 19 at 6:00 pmMarch 20 at 6:00 pmMarch 21 at 2:00 pm READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy’s main fundraiser of the year, our Patriot Days Run allows family and friends to support our school through run pledges. Our big goal is to raise $50,000 for exciting outside projects including: seating and play areas surrounding our new Field House and water fountains on our Elementary playground.Family and friends support our school by... READ MORE >
York Prep students are doing BIG things to support our community! Feel free to partner with us to make a difference! #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotDNA 1) Aid to Australia Supply Drive- Mr. Morris' High School Environmental Science class saw the stories of the animals suffering in the Australian wildfires and decided to help. York Prep’s Aid to Australia supply drive... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is now accepting applications for the 2020/21 school year. Current York Prep students do not need to reapply. Application Link #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom #PatriotPride READ MORE >
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Math & Science Night on March 5th from 5:30-8:30 pm is an interactive FREE event for K-12th grade families to spark student's curiosity in math and science. This event features amazing interactive tables such as: the State Museum, Bee People, body scans, stem activities math games, and science experiments. Food trucks will be on site and our book fair will be open... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy's Community Coffee Talks provide education to our community on relevant topics affecting students and families today. On February 20 at 9:00 am, Ms. Ashley Brown, York Prep Guidance Counselor will present, "The Connection Crisis- Fostering Authentic Connections in a Digital World." Ms. Brown will share information, tips and strategies to... READ MORE >
Registration is now open for York Prep's Softball Intramural Sports Skills program beginning in February led by Coach Ferguson.This 6-week coed program for grades K5-5th works on skill development and students are grouped by grade. Space is limited and registration closes 2/3/20. Please contact Ms. Blanchett at debra.blanchett@yorkprepsc.org with questions.... READ MORE >
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. READ MORE >
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 amAdnah... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy, a Rock Hill free public charter school and recipient of the 2018 National Blue Ribbon Award, has been awarded a grant from The Lutz Foundation of Chester in the amount of $10,000.00. These funds are to be used to purchase IPads for the Kindergarten and 1st grade programs at York Preparatory Academy. This technology will continue to promote... READ MORE >
York Prep Elementary students and teachers have been working hard! Check out this amazing 2018/19 Performance Data from our Kindergarten through 4th grade. Congratulations to our students and teachers! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is excited to announce our inaugural Patriot 5K Scholarship Run/Walk! Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to join us on Saturday, January 18, for an exciting 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!January... READ MORE >
Make plans to join us for Chick Fil A Spirit Day on Thursday, January 16th at the Cherry Road location. York Prep receives a portion of ALL sales ordered through the Chick-Fil-A App. Download at https://www.chick-fil-a.com/appdownload. READ MORE >
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season! READ MORE >
York Prep Holiday Card 2019: Wishing you a happy and safe holiday season from the faculty, staff and students at York Preparatory Academy! READ MORE >
Monday, December 16: Hat DayTuesday, December 17: Sock DayWednesday, December 18: Favorite Holiday Attire DayThursday, December 19: Favorite Holiday Character or Winter Wonderland DayFriday, December 20: Pajama Day READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is closed November 25-29 for Thanksgiving break. Wishing our families a safe and happy holiday! READ MORE >
Come out to York Prep's Family Night Fun at Kate's Skate on November 14 from 5:50-7:30 pm to skate, play games, have pizza, and support York Prep! We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will be hosting a Veterans Day Appreciation Lunch on November 11 at the Elementary building. Please feel free to sign up at the following LINK to contribute food donations. If you know a Veteran that would be interested in participating, please have them contact Ms. Jolley at michellejolley@hotmail.com. READ MORE >
Red Ribbon Week: Make plans for your student to celebrate Red Ribbon Week at the elementary with the following dress up days! Monday, 10/28- Crazy Hair and Sock DayTuesday, 10/29 - Pajama DayWednesday, 10/30- Favorite Sports TeamThursday, 10/31- Halloween Costumes (No face paint or masks. No weapon-like accessories Must adhere to dress code.)Friday, 11/1- YPA... READ MORE >
Are you interested in finding out more information about York Preparatory Academy? Do you have a student entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2020? If so, we would love to invite you to our upcoming Kindergarten Information Session featuring an information presentation and tour.November 8th Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4aaaa62ba46-kindergarten16 READ MORE >
Wear your favorite NBA gear for this school-wide spirit day! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy is excited to welcome Ivory Latta, WNBA player and author to present at Literacy Night on October 17th. Check out more information at our event page LINK. #NationalBlueRibbon #FromRootstoBloom Ivory Latta 12 READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy invites our elementary and middle school families to our fall Patriot U: Literacy Night being held at the Elementary building on October 17 from 6:00-8:00 pm. This fun family event will include: author presentations, literacy games, puppet shows, our book fair, and lots of hands-on activities for elementary and middle school students.... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy's new Athletic Field House and food program was featured on CN2 News. This multi-use building will include a food service prep kitchen, cafeteria space, outdoor concessions/ restrooms/ changing rooms, athletic storage, and meeting space. Located between the Middle School and the multi-purpose field, our new building is projected to open for... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy hosts Community Coffee Talks in the fall, winter and spring to provide education on important relevant topics for parents and community leaders. On October 10 at 9:00 am at the Student Union building, York Prep welcomes Abigail Steele, Prevention Specialist at Keystone Substance Abuse Services in Rock Hill. Her presentation, “TRENDS” will... READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy Band of Revolution is getting ready for their first competition of the season! Make plans to come out and support the band this Saturday at the Olde English Festival at the Memorial District 3 Stadium in Rock Hill. The band is scheduled to perform around 1:00 pm. Good luck to our Band of Revolution!!! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will begin taking applications for the 2020/21 school year on October 15, 2019. To be included in the 2020 Enrollment Lottery, applications must be received between October 15, 2019 and February 15, 2020. Applicants on the waiting list for the 2019/20 school year will need to reapply to be included in the 2020 Enrollment Lottery. Siblings... READ MORE >
We are thrilled to announce that our new building, the Athletic Field House will begin construction soon! This multi-use building will include a food service prep kitchen, outdoor concessions, outdoor restrooms & changing rooms, a Middle School cafeteria space, athletic storage, meeting space, and much more. The building will be located between the Middle School... READ MORE >
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. READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy's class of 2019 graduation highlights are now available. Our graduates possess "the knowledge, skills, character, and determination necessary to excel in their chosen post-secondary pursuits and in life." Congratulations for their hard work and dedication! #FromRootstoBloom #NationalBlueRibbon READ MORE >
York Prep will be hosting our school-wide College Spirit Day on Friday, August 30 to kick off the football season! Dress in your favorite college gear and support your favorite team. READ MORE >
Welcome back to school from the Special Services Department at York Prep! VIDEO LINK READ MORE >
Check out this Elementary Back to School Video LINK! READ MORE >
YPA Cafés are being added to every building this year. Look for the YPA Café banner in you school. * Cash purchases for Breakfast and Lunch (No Pre-ordering) * Freshly made options from YPA food service team (Café Menus Below) * Offering menus that will change periodically *Menu items made available while supplies last If you have any questions please call... READ MORE >
Do you want to support your school in one easy step? Link your @HarrisTeeter VIC card and York Prep will receive contributions throughout the year. Thank you for your support!https://www.harristeeter.com/together-in-education?fbclid=IwAR3-3lguv21WAGVHPrYDOap9buq945-9fEYyl30aSikK4wCEYL5b98bHg9I READ MORE >
Wear your York Prep gear or school colors of navy, silver and white to celebrate the Elementary School's 1st Spirit Day of the year! READ MORE >
Wear your favorite college gear for College Spirit Day on August 30th! READ MORE >
York Preparatory Academy will host our fall back to school night on Tuesday, August 13 from 4:00-7:30 pm. This drop-in event is a chance for elementary, middle and high school families to meet their teachers and see their classroom. All families are invited to our Back to School event outside the Middle School building featuring food trucks, outdoor games, free... READ MORE >