Welcome to Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
Mission Statement
The mission of Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College is to prepare students for success in college, career, and life through mentor relationships and by providing real-world STEM-based experiences.
Accepting Applications for 2026-27
Program Overview
- Blends high school and college, resulting in a high school diploma and 15-60 transferable college credits.
- Maximizing dual enrollment
- 5 years ≈ 3 high school + 2 college
- 4 years ≈ 2 high school + 2 college
- Ability to dual enroll at WCC depends on:
- GPA / course grades / graduation credits
- Accuplacer college reading and writing readiness scores
- Soft skills demonstration / teacher recommendation
- MEMCA - State Accredited Middle College
- Career Technical Education (CTE) provided within YCS
A Brief History
In 2015 the Michigan Department of Education endorsed the Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College as one of a small number of Middle College High Schools in the State of Michigan.
The Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College is working with the Michigan Early/Middle College Association (MEMCA), the Michigan Department of Education and Washtenaw Community College to significantly increase the high school, collegiate and post-secondary success and completion rate of Ypsilanti youth.
The Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College was granted MEMCA Accreditation on Dec. 1, 2016.
YCHS
Ypsilanti Community High School Virtual Tour
- Up to 60+ FREE transferable college credits with an associates degree
- FREE transportation to YCS and WCC campuses
- Mentoring and support from teachers and advisors while transitioning from high school to college
- Engineering and Manufacturing experiences
- Participation in YCS athletics and elective courses
- World-class FIRST Robotics Team
- U of M, EMU and WCC Partnerships
- Engineering and Manufacturing experiences as part of the Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College Curriculum
- Annual updating of Educational Development Plan specific for each student
- MEMCA Technical Certifications Offered:
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Computer systems technology
- Construction technology
- Engineering design & technology
- Aviation technology
- Machine Tool Technology
Core Values
- College Readiness
- Teamwork
- Diversity
- Gracious Professionalism
Online Application Form - All interested students need to complete this to begin the application process. If you are new to YCS, also see the YCS Enrollment page.
Calendar
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27 Aug.
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YCS Transportation Kickoff 3:00 PM to 6:00 PMYCS Transportation KickoffDate: Aug 27Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PMCalendar: YCHS CalendarAll high school students who ride YCS transportation must report to the YCS Transportation Office, 1950 Holmes Rd., Ypsilanti, MI, during the Transportation Kickoff on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 3:00–6:00 PM to receive a picture ID badge. This badge is required for all students who ride YCS buses during the 2026–2027 school year. Students who do not ride a YCS bus do not need a transportation picture ID badge. IMPORTANT: Students who ride YCS transportation will need their badge to attend our first home game on Friday, August 28, 2026! If you have any questions, please contact YCS Transportation at 734-221-3201.
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28 Aug.
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YCHS Freshman Orientation 9:30 AM to 12:00 PMYCHS Freshman OrientationDate: Aug 28Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PMCalendar: YCHS Calendar
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YCHS Freshmen Orientation - August 28, 2026 9:30 AM to 12:00 PMYCHS Freshmen Orientation - August 28, 2026Date: Aug 28Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PMCalendar: YCS District Calendar
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31 Aug.
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1st Day of School - YCHS & WCC Fall SemesterDate: Aug 31Calendar: YCHS Calendar
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1 Sep.
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YCHS Picture DayDate: Sep 1Calendar: YCHS Calendar
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Robotics Students
Please complete this form in order to travel with the team.
Parents of Robotics Students
Please complete this form in order for your student to travel with the team.
FIRST Robotics Engineering Principles
The idea for the YCHS STEMM Middle College grew out of work with our FIRST Robotics Team 66. Using FIRST principles, engaging our students in engineering principles to design and compete in FIRST Robotic Competitions allowed us to design a highly competitive robotics program, from which our drive to build a STEMM Community arose. FIRST (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science and Technology) is the backbone of this Middle College. FIRST’s mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership (www.firstinspires.org).
Grade Levels
9th - 13th Grades
Early Middle College & Dual Enrollment Coordinator
Dan Schunck
STEMM & ACTech Counselor
Tonysha Emerson
School Hours
Full Day
7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
1/2 Day Early Dismissal
7:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
The Ypsilanti STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Manufacturing) Middle College offers a rigorous, relevant and technologically advanced learning experience for all students. Businesses, community partnerships, and STEMM-based electives are used to create and incorporate real-world experiences in the learning process. Inquiry and project-based instructional best practices are implemented to ensure every student accomplishes their goals. In order to create a meaningful educational experience, we have established a system of shared responsibility and collaboration, supported by the trust and respect of students, staff, and the community. The culminating learning experience for STEMM will be a Senior Capstone project.
