Young Excellence Society

Young Excellence Society YES is a NYC based 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing a K–Career pipeline through academic enrichment, STEM, arts, mentorship, and workforce readiness.

We deliver culturally responsive programs that build leadership, SEL, and measurable outcomes.

04/21/2026

Oh nothing, just enjoying our Tuesday afternoon at YES ACADEMY after school program. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉*WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THIS MUSIC*

☀️ Summer is around the corner — secure your child’s spot early!YES Academy’s 8-Week Summer Program is back with a full ...
03/23/2026

☀️ Summer is around the corner — secure your child’s spot early!

YES Academy’s 8-Week Summer Program is back with a full schedule of enrichment, creativity, and outdoor fun for youth ages 5–13.

Scholars will enjoy:
• Dance
• Team Sports
• STEM
• Arts & Crafts
• Educational Trips
• Gardening
• Aromatherapy & Wellness
• Summer Homework Support

📅 June 29 – August 21
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8AM–6PM

✔ HRA / ACS / 1199 Vouchers Accepted
✔ Sibling Discounts Available
✔ Early Payment Plans Available

Spots fill fast every year. Returning families — secure your seat now. New families — come experience the YES difference.

📞 Call: (513) HARLEM1 | 427-5361
📧 [email protected]

📍 Harlem Locations
245 W 135th Street
2121 5th Ave (Inside PS 133)

Hi Harlem families! 👋🏽I’m one of the program directors for YES Academy, a Harlem-based youth program, and we’re now enro...
03/16/2026

Hi Harlem families! 👋🏽
I’m one of the program directors for YES Academy, a Harlem-based youth program, and we’re now enrolling for our Summer Program (June 29 – August 21).
Each summer we host an 8-week program for youth ages 5–13 that keeps kids active, creative, and learning while parents work.
Scholars enjoy activities like:
• Dance
• Team Sports
• STEM projects
• Arts & Crafts
• Educational Trips
• Gardening
• Summer Homework Support
• Wellness activities
Our program runs Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and we proudly accept HRA, ACS, and 1199 vouchers.
📍 Locations in Harlem
• 245 W 135th Street
• PS 133 (2121 5th Ave)
Many of our families return every summer, and spots usually fill quickly, so we encourage parents to enroll early.
If you're interested, feel free to comment or send me a DM and I’ll send you the registration information.
Happy to answer any questions!
— YES Academy Team

02/19/2026

🎧 ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN! 🎧
Calling all young creators ages 10–18 👀✨
At Beats By YES, scholars don’t just listen to music — they create it.
From beat-making 🎶 to DJing 🎧 to recording original tracks 🎤, this is where culture, creativity & confidence collide.
✅ HRA / ACS / 1199 & Union vouchers accepted
✅ No experience needed
✅ Live DJ showcase for families
🎵 Find your rhythm.
🎙️ Find your voice.
🔥 Make your music.
📍 Harlem locations
📲 Tap in now — spots are LIMITED!

02/05/2026

POV: you thought you were just playing games… now you’re building one 🎮💻🔥
YES Academy scholars learning video game development, writing code, and creating their own worlds from scratch.
This is what afterschool really looks like 💡🚀
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12/30/2025

✨ YES Dance Winter Recital & Youth Art Show Recap ✨
From the stage to the gallery, our scholars showed OUT 💃🏽🎨❄️
This night was more than a performance—it was joy, confidence, creativity, and community all wrapped into one unforgettable celebration. Our dancers lit up the stage, our young artists shared their stories through art, and Santa made a special stop to spread extra magic 🎅🏾❤️
Grateful for our families, staff, partners, and every supporter who poured love into our youth. This is what happens when children are given space to shine.
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
YES to talent. YES to culture. YES to excellence.
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12/23/2025

Pajamas on, worries off 💤🎄
Last day before break = cozy vibes, big smiles, and YES family love.
Ending the year wrapped in warmth & joy 🤍

12/17/2025

We’re so excited today is the day! Our YES Dance Winter Recital & Youth Art Show will be happening today. We have a few special guests attending will be in the building as well as 🎉🎉🎉🎉 We can not wait ‼️‼️‼️‼️ EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE WITH YES

12/10/2025

Harlem… our kids are TAKING THE STAGE. 🔥
🩰🎨🎤 Dance | Art | Music | Community
✨ YES Dance Winter Recital & Youth Art Gallery
📅 Dec 17 | 5:30 PM
📍 2121 5th Ave, Harlem
🎟️ Tickets AVAILABLE NOW
Pull up. Support youth. Feel the magic. 💙

12/02/2025

Harlem, tap in. 💙
If our kids shine, our whole community shines.
This we’re raising funds for youth dance, art, mentoring & after-school enrichment.

If you see this on your FYP — DONATE. SHARE. SUPPORT A SCHOLAR.
Let’s run it up for the next generation.
👉 Link in bio and QRCODE in this reel

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245 West 135th Street
New York, NY
10030

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 3:30pm - 6pm

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