Academics

Summer School Information

Ypsilanti Community Schools Summer School

Summer school starts June 25 through August 1. Classes are on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  Breakfast and lunch are served daily.  

Link to 2019 Summer Instructional Program

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Early Childhood Programs

Information on Early Childhood Programs at Ypsilanti Community Schools.
Visit the Early Childhood Programs page

Student Support Services

Ypsilanti Community School provides services to students with disabilities in a continuum of educational environments, from regular class placements with special education services and programs to full-day programs in county-based programs.
Visit the Student Support Services page

M-STEP Parent Information

Link to parent guide
Letter to parents

  

YCHS Freshman Academy

The Mission

The Freshman Academy will lay the foundation for students to successfully build their skill, will and character.

The Vision

To create a positive learning community through: • Building strong relationships • Life skills curriculum • Creating academic accountability.

Why choose YCHS Freshman Academy
 

  • Freshman Academy Bridge Program (includes team building activities, school tour, meet + greet)
  • Collegiate and cultural field trips
  • Hands-on learning experiences
  • Cross-curricular learning
  • Small learning communities
  • Separate from the general high school population
  • Working relationships with local colleges and universities
  • Placed-Based Learning • Reading and Math Interventions
  • Technology-driven 

Link to brochure about the Freshman Academy

 
   

 

Important Information:

 

How are 'Common Core' standards playing out in Michigan classrooms today?

Back in 2010, the State Board of Education approved the Common Core State Standards for Michigan — a set of math and English goals for K-12 students. 
Explantion of standards

Reading Reasons: Motivational Mini-Lessons for Middle and High School
Link to article