Online Application Coming Soon
All enrollment paperwork may be submitted in person. Please contact Brandy Porter, Enrollment Specialist, for any questions or to schedule a tour!
BPorter@ybccs.org
614-291-0805
1183 Essex Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enrolling at YouthBuild
Age Requirement:16 to 21
Required Documents
- Application
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Proof of Residency*
- Driver's License and Proof of Insurance (if driving a vehicle to and from school)
- Custody Documentation Signed by Judge (if applicable)
- Medical Records
*Proof of Residency:
If the student is under 18; or if the student is over 18 and resides with legal guardian/parent
A current (within the last 30 days) utility bill (Gas, Water, Electric, Home Phone) in the custodial parent/guardian's name; OR
Lease (current and signed by landlord and tenant); OR
Mortgage Statement
If the student is over 18 and does NOT reside with a legal guardian/parent**
A current (within the last 30 days) utility bill (Gas, Water, Electric, Home Phone) in the student's name; OR
Lease (current and signed by landlord and tenant); OR
Mortgage Statement
**May be required to provide proof of financial responsibility
If the student is under the custody of children's services:
Official documentation proving the student is to reside at a specific address AND an order signed by a judge that declares which school district is to bear the cost of tuition for the student
Additional information may be required depending on the school district in which the student and guardian reside
Parent Notice
YouthBuild Columbus Community School is a community school established under Chapter 3314 of the Revised Code. The school is a public school and students enrolled in and attending the school are required to take proficiency tests and other examinations prescribed by law. In addition, there may be other requirements for students at the school that are prescribed by law. Students who have been excused from the compulsory attendance law for the purpose of home education as defined by the Administrative Code shall no longer be excused for that purpose upon their enrollment in a community school. For more information about this matter contact the school administration or the Ohio Department of Education.
ORC 3314.041
Effective Date: 09-26-2003