Last night, our students are traded the classroom for Broadway 🎭📖 as they head to Mark Twain Tonight! for an evening of timeless humor and storytelling. Mark Twain Tonight! is a one-man performance drawn from Mark Twain’s essays and speeches, blending sharp humor and storytelling…

We were proud to participate in the ICAN Rise Up event on December 20th, 2025, hosted by our fellow UCSD Systems of Care partners, aimed at empowering young men in our community with confidence, inspiration, and real-world skills. The event brought together role models, mentors,…

The Young Scholars Alumni Mix & Mingle, held on December 19th at Utica University, was a joyful celebration of connection and community. Alumni from various graduating years gathered to reconnect, share memories, and embrace the spirit of the season. From heartfelt conversations and shared laughter…

Case closed 🕵️‍♀️🎶 Students + Broadway + Clue = a mystery & night they won’t forget! On Monday, we took students to the Broadway Theatre League of Utica’s Clue: The Musical! They had a blast!

This past Saturday, students completed a diagnostic exam to get ready for our SAT prep course starting in January! The diagnostic helps identify strengths and areas for improvement, giving students a clear picture of where they’re starting. This helps us and the tutors from Hamilton…

Holiday magic in action! ✨❄️ Young Scholars LPP helped stuff the bus with over 100 toys on December 12th, bringing smiles to children and families across the Mohawk Valley. The annual toy drive, started in 2008 by Roser Communications Network and WKTV NewsChannel 2, continues…

Use your phone to access our website without having to use your browser is simple – once you know how! Here’s what to do: 🍏 For iPhone (iOS) Using Safari browser: Open Safari (must be Safari, not another browser). Navigate to ysalumnisociety.org. Tap the Share…

This October twenty students, ten from Donovan Middle School and ten from JFK Middle School, came together for a transformative mindfulness mini course led by Mikelle Deck, Young Scholars student support coordinator and owner of Aligned Minds Mindfulness Consulting. The session invited students to slow…

Holiday cheer + alumni vibes = the perfect mix! 🎄 Join us Dec 18th at Utica University and be sure to RSVP by Dec 15th! 🌟 📅 December 18th 📍 Thurston Hall Hislop Auditorium ⏰ 5–7 PM ✨RSVP by Dec 15th , 2025 using the QR…

Last week on November 4th, 22 students had the exciting opportunity to visit Syracuse University for a college visit! The day was filled with a tour around campus, an information session, and having lunch in the dining hall. These students got a firsthand look at…