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Who are we?  

Young Women’s STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy 

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. 

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?

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; & Collaboration

Students will graduate with two high school Endorsements 1) STEM and 2) Arts & Humanities

STEM Choices include: 

• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Science
• STEM Combo
• Career & Technology Education

Arts & Humanities Choices Includes:

• Social Studies
• English
• Fine Arts
• LOTE (Languages other than English) same or different language

*Students can also participate in specialty programs available at Center for Career & Technical Eductaion (CCTE)! CCTE is located directly behind Young Women's Academy. Students can take their core courses with YWA and complete their program courses (half-days) at CCTE when they reach grades 11 & 12! Click here to see what programs are offered at CCTE. 

APPLY TODAY GRADES 6-9!

The application window will remain open until all seats are filled, after which a waiting list will be implemented.

Current EPISD Students in Grades 6th through 8th

Click here to apply ONLINE

Download a paper application here: Student Application in ENGLISH 

Student Application in SPANISH

9th Grade ONLINE Application through Parent Portal,

click on Student Tools: Parent Portal

(Select Young Women's Acadey)

9th Grade Out-of District Application: 

Click here to Apply ONLINE

***NEW: Meet & Greet For NEWLY/Accepted STUDENTS: 

Pick up Schedules & Meet Facilitators

August 7th, 2019

4:00pm to 6:00pm

Check in at YWA Cafeteria

****MacBook LAPTOPs will be distributed during the 1st week of school!

Students must have completed online registration and accepted the Power UP Agreement to receive their device.  Out of district students will receive their device during the first week of school. 

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Come see us in action! Schedule a tour during the school day!

Contact: youngwomensacademy@episd.org

We represent every corner of our community.

Come join our Warrior family!