The YWL Foundation is at the forefront of the nation’s school reform movement and is one of the most important forces in creating choice for students in urban public school systems.

We partner with school districts, parents and community leaders to create single-gender public schools and college guidance programs across the country. We are in the business of raising expectations, improving student performance, and inspiring leadership.

Since 1996, we have been opening girls’ public schools that offer single-gender college prep education to inner city students. Our first school, which made history and headlines, is the highly renowned and successful Young Women’s Leadership School of East Harlem in New York City. All of our schools are available to ordinary students who have a desire to achieve.

YWL Foundation believes that every student deserves the opportunity to build a strong foundation for his or her future. Our vision is to create first rate schools and programs that enable students to reach their fullest potential.

We are the creators of The Young Women’s Leadership School of East Harlem and CollegeBound – a school-based college counseling service. We are the developers of a national network of excellent public girls’ schools. The primary role of YWL Foundation is to build partnerships and support programs that enhance the educational experience of students.

Why Single-Gender Education in Public Schools?
What Makes Our Schools Unique?
Core Values of YWL Network Schools
Every Student College Bound
Our National Impact
Our Goals