Summer Reading Program
Get ready for the 2021-2022 school year by diving into one or more of the summer reading recommendations provided by our English content team.
Bus Transportation Survey
Families can now sign up their children for bus transportation for the 2021-2022 school year.
College First-Year Starter Kit
A guide on conversations you should have as a family now through early August.
2021 Commencement Recap
Relive the moments from this past year's commencements to celebrate our graduating seniors of 2021!
Re-enrollment
Don't forget to complete a brief re-enrollment form for each of your children to share your intent to return to YES Prep next school year.
Still Accepting Applications
Apply to enroll for the 2021–22 school year | Seats available for grades PreK-3rd and 6-12
Teach at YES Prep
Teacher application for 2021-22 now open. Join the YES Prep team where your passion meets purpose.
2021-22 District Calendar Now Available
YES Prep district calendar for the 2021-22 school year is now available.
About Us
YES Prep Fifth Ward is in one of Houston’s most historical communities, surrounded by incredible talent and creativity. Our school embodies a spirit of collaboration and exists to provide an unbelievable opportunity for growth for our students and teachers. NEXUS!
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Who We Are
90%
First Generation College Students
97%
African American and Hispanic
85%
Economically Disadvantaged
90%
Graduation Rate
Our Community
![Tony Castillo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1567744572/yespreporg/zyysozvt1jalr0kd3wo1/AntonioCastillo.jpg","width":2200}])
Prior to Fifth Ward, Tony worked at YES Prep Southwest as a teacher and as an administrator. He also served as principal at YES Prep Southside and was resident principal at YES Prep Brays Oaks.
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Take a look at the Fifth Ward's Class of 2019.
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A one-minute behind-the-scenes look at our campus.