Dr. Chelsea Harris-Hugan

As part of its Career and Technical Education programs, YCHS offers students an opportunity to enter the lucrative field of cosmetology. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

This morning, Ypsilanti Community High School will pay tribute to its educators, both past and present. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

It’s Black History Month, and in honor of this historic occasion, we speak with Dr. Chelsea Harris-Hugan. She shares her childhood dreams of becoming an educator to her current role as principal of Ypsilanti Community High School. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked with Dr. Harris-Hugan about her journey and challenges as a Black woman in education and the inspiration she has imparted to her students.

As technology evolves, more businesses are using unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), or drones. To keep up with industry demand, Ypsilanti Community High School (YCHS) is training students to become federally licensed drone pilots and business owners. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Starting next month, Ypsilanti Community High School will have a new International Baccalaureate program. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Ypsilanti Community High School recently celebrated the opening of a new AI learning space. With the advance of the digital age, the school is preparing students for academic excellence. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked with Ypsilanti Community High School Principal, Dr. Chelsea Harris-Hugan about the school’s efforts to prepare students for career readiness, as well as today’s teaching climate for educators.