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Voices from our School Community

Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez

Madison Howard, Class of 2027


Mr. Henry, Living Environment Teacher
Britney Anderson, Class of 2019
““The community here at UP is unlike no other. Aside from the amazing teachers that see your potential and push you to the best of your ability, you would love the trips because you get to spend time with your friends outside of school and inside of school too. This school is perfect and I really... "
Lisandro Velazquez
“I am one of the pioneers of UP! The staff is very supportive of each other, always willing to share new and effective instructional practices. In addition, having worked with so many students at UPREP over the years, I must say that students develop bonds with us as educators that last for years even after they have graduated from UPREP."
Lisandro Velazquez
“Coach always shouted, 'Finish strong!" Those words miraculously pop into my head whenever I need them most. Whether on the court or in academic setting, the rules of the game remain the same: Give it your all because it is all you can really do."
Lisandro Velazquez
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
““The community here at UP is unlike no other. Aside from the amazing teachers that see your potential and push you to the best of your ability, you would love the trips because you get to spend time with your friends outside of school and inside of school too. This school is perfect and I really... "
“I am one of the pioneers of UP! The staff is very supportive of each other, always willing to share new and effective instructional practices. In addition, having worked with so many students at UPREP over the years, I must say that students develop bonds with us as educators that last for years even after they have graduated from UPREP."
“Coach always shouted, 'Finish strong!" Those words miraculously pop into my head whenever I need them most. Whether on the court or in academic setting, the rules of the game remain the same: Give it your all because it is all you can really do."

Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez

Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020


Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
Madison Howard, Class of 2027
Mr. Henry, Living Environment Teacher
Britney Anderson, Class of 2019

Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez

Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020


Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
“At first, I was hesitant about going to UP because I didn't know anyone there. But I didn't feel alone for long. I met unforgettable teachers and made lifelong friends. They helped me so much and I learned so much from them. It felt like a home away from home."
Lisandro Velazquez
Lisandro Velazquez, Class of 2020
Madison Howard, Class of 2027
Mr. Henry, Living Environment Teacher
Britney Anderson, Class of 2019