Author Archives: Jake Edwards

It’s the first couple weeks in your new school year and you’re already feeling frazzled and behind – why does it always feel this way? Actually, it doesn’t have to. At El Paso Leadership Academy (EPLA) East, a small, tuition-free public school, every day we give you ways to recharge, refresh and plenty of recess, […]

Sometimes, like in the business world, it’s not just what you know but also who you know. At El Paso Leadership Academy (EPLA) East, we take it one step farther: we believe that emotional connections are just as important as social ones. In fact, knowing and connecting with each and every scholar is so essential […]

You are amazing. One of a kind. Unique. Exceptional. And as such, there isn’t just one general way you are supposed to learn, there is your way and at El Paso Leadership Academy (EPLA) East, we’re here to follow your lead. Blaze Your Own Path At EPLA East, not only do we understand that no […]

1. We Give Our Scholars The Best At EPLA East, we want our scholars to be their best selves and this starts with learning in an intentionally designed environment. We looked forward when we designed our school and curriculum, not backwards. When scholars meet their daily objectives, we give them what they want: freedom and […]