Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy's Focus: 

The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) and New Tech Network (NTN) have partnered to implement this innovative program at the Young Women’s Steam Prep Academy. This is the first single-gender Academy in the District and in the New Tech Network! The Young Women's Steam Prep Academy opened it's doors in August 2017, to the first 6th and 7th grade cohorts of students.  

With the support of the New Tech Network, the Young Women's Steam Prep Academy provides a STEAM-focused instructional program where students apply their learning to real-world contexts within the framework of Project/Problem-Based Learning (PBL) experiences! Student will also participate extensively in Service Learning opportunities connecting the curriculum to the world around them. 

What does STEAM stand for?

STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics 

New Tech Network's philosophy is based on four principles:

Teaching that Engages- Students participate in Project or Problem Based Learning

Technology that Enables- Every student is provided a laptop and technological tools

Culture that Empowers- The culture is based on Trust, Respect, & Responsibility

Outcomes that Matter- Students are evaluated in the following areas: Knowledge & Thinking; Oral & Written Communication; Agency; and Collaboration.

APPLY TODAY: 

Click here for the Student Application in ENGLISH

Click here for the Student Application in SPANISH

Upcoming STEAM Preview Nights: 

April 4th 

April 11th

4:30pm to 5:30pm

YWA Cafeteria

(With Armendariz Middle School)

2231 Arizona Avenue

El Paso, Texas 79930