PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 10,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Liguori Academy, a
Pennsylvania private independent
high school created to disrupt the boundaries of the traditional
education system, has been selected out of over 2,000
applicants as a Semifinalist amongst America's most innovative
educational organizations for this year's Yass Prize. This highly
regarded recognition is awarded to education providers with
operational and instructional methods that are Sustainable,
Transformational, Outstanding and Permissionless.
"At Liguori Academy, we ensure that if traditional education
systems inadequately meet the diverse needs of students, that this
limitation does not hinder a student's ability to succeed," says
Founder and President Michael
Marrone. "Through our outstanding programs and systems of
support, we bridge gaps and empower our students with Boundless
Love and Opportunities to achieve their fullest potential."
Considered the "Pulitzer Prize for Education Innovation," the
Yass Prize is a dynamic effort, which aims to elevate, support, and
expand educational organizations that strive to make a significant
impact on students' learning experiences. Liguori Academy not only
offers social-emotional learning, postsecondary support, and a
rigorous academic curriculum, they also incorporate an employer
informed curriculum to build a career connected learning
environment. All Liguori students receive a college and career
ready education to ensure every student graduates with more than
just a just a diploma.
Established in 2021 by Janine and Jeff
Yass, The Yass Prize strives to diminish education
inequalities and pivot to more impactful ways to spend resources
improving student lives. The Yass Prize is committed to growing a
network of educators who are ready to bring and share their ideas
into the 21st century.
Inspired by the life of Alphonsus
Liguori, Liguori Academy provides a transformative
experience serving some of Philadelphia's most resource challenged
youths, denying no qualified applicant admissions due to financial
need.
As the only school selected in Philadelphia by The Yass Prize, Liguori
Academy has demonstrated remarkable success since opening in 2016
and has plans to continue this growth in the future.
About Liguori Academy:
Founded in 2016, Liguori
Academy is a private independent high school built on the
foundation of disrupting the traditional education system. With a
focus on preparing students for a career and college, Liguori
Academy seeks to redefine and enhance the conventional approach to
high school education. Serving students from the lowest-income
areas in Philadelphia, Liguori
Academy meets one hundred percent of students' financial and
educational needs. The financial sustainability of Liguori Academy
is attributable in large part to our institution's donors and
benefactors, as well as Liguori's participation in the PA
EITC/OSTC tax credit programs. To learn more about Liguori Academy,
to donate, or to enroll, please visit: www.liguoriacademy.org
Media Contact
Gabby Bond
media@liguoriacademy.org
(443) 750-8113
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