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With more choices than ever, parents and scholars want something that stands out from traditional education. Young Scholars is blazing new trails with our unique program – blending traditional academics with tech-integrated instruction, and a global focus through world languages. We're doing it in a way that no other school in the Allegheny County area can compare.

Achievement Target?

A Bright Future

We're so excited to see how far our scholars can go! At YSGA, we believe that building early core competencies is key to preparing them for success in high school and beyond. We're always striving to provide our students with the best education possible, starting with phonics-based reading and moving on to fun and engaging STEAM project-based learning. Our scholars learn critical thinking skills, creativity, and outstanding communication capacities, which will serve them well in all areas of life. So let's get started on this amazing journey together!

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Academic Excellence Comes From...

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation, Academic Excellence

    • Academic Excellence Comes From...

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation, Academic Excellence
    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation, Academic Excellence
    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation, Academic Excellence

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    World Languages

    at YSGA

    Our dual language programs foster bilingualism, biliteracy, enhanced awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity, and high levels of academic achievement through instruction in English, Spanish, and Turkish. Scholars need the support of their families to achieve any academic goal, however, families do not have to be multilingual for their children to succeed in our language program.

    Learning a New Language

    Can Change Everything

    Being multilingual (and multicultural) better equips scholars with not only language skills, but also important social skills needed to work with others from varying cultures and backgrounds. Studies have shown there are many benefits of being bilingual, such as:

    Better Educational Performance

    Bilingual children are able to focus more intently on the topics at hand and avoid distractions from academic pursuits. They can also demonstrate higher levels of cognitive flexibility – the ability to change responses based on environment and circumstances.

    Greater Job Opportunities

    Knowing a second language makes resumes stand out and can boost applicants to the top of the interview list with potential employers. Also, bilingual individuals make more money and are offered more job opportunities. 

    Better Educational Performance

    Bilingual children are able to focus more intently on the topics at hand and avoid distractions from academic pursuits. They can also demonstrate higher levels of cognitive flexibility – the ability to change responses based on environment and circumstances.

    Greater Job Opportunities

    Knowing a second language makes resumes stand out and can boost applicants to the top of the interview list with potential employers. Also, bilingual individuals make more money and are offered more job opportunities. 

    Increased Creativity

    Bilingual individuals have been found to possess advanced creativity. Speaking more than one language shapes the brain’s capability to think outside the box and devise innovative ways to solve problems.

     Improved Health

    Bilinguals are less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease earlier in life than monolinguals. People who know a second language are also bound to experience lower-stress levels and better neurological health.

    Increased Creativity

    Bilingual individuals have been found to possess advanced creativity. Speaking more than one language shapes the brain’s capability to think outside the box and devise innovative ways to solve problems.

     Improved

    Health

    Bilinguals are less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease earlier in life than monolinguals. People who know a second language are also bound to experience lower-stress levels and better neurological health.

    A Firm Foundation

    Challenged, Supported, Guided

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation

    On the Go

    Each scholar’s home school district provides bus transportation to and from school within a 10-mile, door-to-door limit. Parking is also available for parents to drop-offs/pick-up their children.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Free Breakfast, Free Lunch, Free Snacks

    Tanks Full

    Free breakfast, lunch, & snacks ensure our scholars are tanked up and ready to enjoy each day. No scholar faces a learning challenge without brain fuel. 

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Field Trip

    Out & About

    Each grade level takes two field trips per year – one educational outing, and the second trip – more fun but still connected to classroom lesson content.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Nurse, Well-Being

    Well-Being

    Our full-time school nurse provides medical assistance for scholars who become ill while at school. The nurse guides and supports wellness, and administers medication when a doctor's prescription is on file.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Service, School Bus, Transportation

    On the Go

    Each scholar’s home school district provides bus transportation to and from school within a 10-mile, door-to-door limit. Parking is also available for parents to drop-off/pick-up their children.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Free Breakfast, Free Lunch, Free Snacks

    Tanks Full

    Free breakfast, lunch, & snacks ensure our scholars are tanked up and ready to enjoy each day. No scholar faces a learning challenge without brain fuel. 

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Field Trip

    Out & About

    Each grade level takes two field trips per year – one educational outing, and the second trip – more fun but still connected to classroom lesson content.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Nurse, Well-Being

    Well-Being

    Our full-time school nurse provides medical assistance for scholars who become ill while at school. The nurse guides and supports wellness, and administers medication when a doctor's prescription is on file.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Community Partnerships, Digital Media, Theater, 3-d art, Dance, Storytelling, Phipps Conservatory of Pittsburgh, Farm-to-Table Greenhouse

    Community Partnerships

    YSGA has resident teaching artists sharing their expertise in digital media, theater, 3-D art, dance, storytelling, and more. We are also partnering with Phipps Conservatory of Pittsburgh to create a Farm-to-Table greenhouse and growing system. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has partnered with us to provide meaningful, relevant activities for Black History Month.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, on-site Social Worker, Full-time Counselor

    Never

    Alone

    An on-site social worker and a full-time school counselor make home visits, work with our families, and provide connections to various outside resources for our scholars. Our team is available to ensure scholars find solutions to any problems they may be facing.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Uniform

    Smart

    Dressers

    School uniforms promote self-confidence, pride, and a feeling of belonging at school. They also remove the pressures and stress of meeting peers’ expectations. All scholars are expected to be in uniform except for their PE day.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Special Education, IEP

    Special

    Education

    Our Special Education teachers deliver services identified in an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). We also have intervention teachers to provide small group work for scholars who may be behind. We do not offer a life skills class, support for extreme behaviors or learning disorders, or one-to-one aides for scholars.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Community Partnerships, Digital Media, Theater, 3-d art, Dance, Storytelling, Phipps Conservatory of Pittsburgh, Farm-to-Table Greenhouse

    Community Partnerships

    YSGA has resident teaching artists sharing their expertise in digital media, theater, 3-D art, dance, storytelling, and more. We are also partnering with Phipps Conservatory of Pittsburgh to create a Farm-to-Table greenhouse and growing system. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has partnered with us to provide meaningful, relevant activities for Black History Month.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, on-site Social Worker, Full-time Counselor

    Never

    Alone

    An on-site social worker and a full-time school counselor make home visits, work with our families, and provide connections to various outside resources for our scholars and their parents/guardians. Our team is available to ensure scholars find solutions to any problems they may be facing.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Uniform

    Dressed for

    Success

    School uniforms promote self-confidence, pride, and a feeling of belonging at school. They also remove the pressures and stress of meeting peers’ expectations. All scholars are expected to be in uniform except for their PE day.

    Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Charter School, Wraparound Services, Assistance, Special Education, IEP

    Special

    Education

    Our Special Education teachers deliver services identified in an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). We also have intervention teachers to provide small group work for scholars who may be behind. We do not offer a life skills class, support for extreme behaviors or learning disorders, or one-to-one aides for scholars.

    Keep the Learning Going Strong

    Extended Day Program

    On-the-spot tutoring and homework help after school are available for all scholars free of charge. YSGA teachers share their hobbies and expertise through activities that spark creativity, teamwork, and academic enrichment. A wide variety of clubs are organized based on student interests. We have offered gardening, world languages and culture, yoga, painting, arts & crafts, basketball, community service, cheer, dance, table tennis, self-defense, African drumming, leadership, gaming, film, and more!

    Saturday Academy

    On Saturday mornings from 8:30 AM – 12 PM, we offer small-group academic support for scholars who want to build their skills, improve their performance in reading, writing, and math, get ahead in school, and perform well on the state PSSA tests. Our goal is to reinforce, reteach, and extend learning for scholars in the 3rd to 8th grades. Saturday Academy includes recess, computer time, field trips, and attendance incentives. Families must provide transportation to and from school.

    Extended Day Program

    On-the-spot tutoring and homework help after school are available for all scholars free of charge. YSGA teachers share their hobbies and expertise through activities that spark creativity, teamwork, and academic enrichment. A wide variety of clubs are organized based on student interests. We have offered gardening, world languages and culture, yoga, painting, arts & crafts, basketball, community service, cheer, dance, table tennis, self-defense, African drumming, leadership, gaming, film, and more!

    Saturday Academy

    On Saturday mornings from 8:30 AM – 12 PM, we offer small-group academic support for scholars who want to build their skills, improve their performance in reading, writing, and math, get ahead in school, and perform well on the state PSSA tests. Our goal is to reinforce, reteach, and extend learning for scholars in the 3rd to 8th grades. Saturday Academy includes recess, computer time, field trips, and attendance incentives. Families must provide transportation to and from school.

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