Research: The Effects of Teacher Burnout on Student Engagement Levels Following the NYS Internet-Enabled Device Ban Research Location: Yonkers Middle High School Awards: Regeneron Science Talent Search 2025, WESEF 2025, WESEF 2026, Somers 2024 Abstract: Every year in the United States, over 1.2 million students drop out of high school. This issue is caused by a number of factors, including a lack of understanding of the material being taught. Many teachers can have their mo

Research: The Impact of Art Genres on Stress and Anxiety Research Location: Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE) Mentor: Dr. Humm Awards: Participant - Regeneron STS, Participant - WESEF 2026 Abstract: Anxiety and stress are among the most common mental health conditions globally, negatively impacting emotional well-being. While art therapy is frequently used to reduce these symptoms, limited research has identified which specific art genres are most effective. This study a

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Betsy Aldredge Assistant Director of Public Relations 914-251-6959 Betsy.Aldredge@purchase.edu Purchase, NY, [ February 10, 2026 ]: Purchase College, SUNY and Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE) are excited to announce a new partnership that will provide housing scholarships in the amount of $10,000 per year for one Liberal Arts and Science student from each of eight high schools in Yonkers, as well as a direct admissions program that