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Essence Preparatory Public School is a tuition-free public school on the Eastside of San Antonio that provides Pre-K – 8th grade scholars the resources, support and care for scholars to work hard, and create the future.
What makes us unique
A Focus on Community
Essence Prep provides our scholars with a well-rounded experience by partnering with a variety of community organizations including: SA Ballet School, Gardopia Gardens and Pre-K4SA.
What makes us unique
Rooted in Representation
We make sure scholars and families see themselves, their culture, and backgrounds reflected in our staff.
Best Schools San Antonio
What makes us unique
R I S E
Through rigorous academics, intentional character development, and cultivating student knowledge of self, we RISE.
A robust curriculum
Our project-based learning challenges our scholars to excel
Project-based Learning
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through Essence Prep VITALS
A robust after school program with an enrichment focus
Arts and entrepreneurship curriculums
A strong foundation in Numeracy and Literacy
International Baccalaureate Candidate School
Enroll your child
We now have openings for Pre-k to 8th grade!
Our student services include FREE:
- Transportation
- Meals
- After school programming
- Uniforms
Work with Us
Are you ready to help shape the future and make a difference?
We are looking for caring teachers who bring subject matter expertise and unwavering commitment to setting each scholar on a path to success and shaping the future leaders of tomorrow. We intentionally look to hire staff with roots in the community they teach.
Support EP
Investing in Essence Prep is an investment in our scholars and our community.
All scholars deserve a transformative, high-quality school in the neighborhood in which they live. There is a need for a high-performing school with a proven track record of success with scholars who live and will ultimately improve the community.
Chronicling Essence Prep in the Headlines
We are in the limelight for all the right reasons, see what is being said about Essence Prep
Essence Prep Board Members - Brian Dillard . Jackie Gorman . Dr. Cynthia Warrick . Henrietta Munoz . Kanwal S. Lopez . Mike Frisbie . Lucinda Vigil
