Who We Are
Young Women's Prep Network (YWPN) supports single-gender, college-preparatory, public education in Texas. Our mission is to equip young women with the academic and leadership skills necessary for success in college and beyond. YWPN focuses on essential initiatives like College Success, Leadership, and STEM Education. Our schools consistently earn top rankings both nationally and within Texas. There are 11 YWPN middle and high schools and 1 primary school across Texas, boasting a 100% graduation rate and a 100% acceptance rate to four-year universities
Our Campuses:
2004 - Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School, Dallas.
2007 - Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, Austin.
2008 - Talkington School for Young Women Leaders, Lubbock
2008 - Young Women’s Leadership Academy, San Antonio.
2010 - Young Women’s Leadership Academy, Fort Worth.
2011 - Young Women’s College Preparatory Academy, Houston.
2016 - Ysleta Young Women’s Leadership Academy, El Paso.
2019 - Young Women’s Leadership Academy, Midland.
2021 - Young Women’s Leadership Academy, Aldine.
2024- Young Women’s STEAM Academy, Balch Springs
2024- Young Women’s STEAM Academy, El Paso
We Offer
Academic Support
We ensure personalized academic success through enrollment advising, data and academic tracking, campus resource awareness, and semesterly virtual check-ins.
Virtual Workshops
Throughout each semester, we offer a series of virtual workshops, led by professionals in their respective fields, designed to build key competencies in financial literacy, mental well-being, and career preparedness.
College Campus Meet Ups
To support student success, we conduct semesterly visits to colleges with significant scholar populations, providing check-ins focused on well-being and academic advancement.
Networking and Career Awareness
Regional networking events, personalized resume support, and curated access to internships, job opportunities and active online communities fostering valuable connections.