Solar Preparatory School for Girls is a public district school in Dallas, TX that will eventually serve over 800 students in grades K-8. Solar Prep’s model focuses on three priorities. First, single-gender research-based instruction in a socioeconomically diverse model. Second, hands-on, performance-based STEAM learning using design thinking and blended learning. And third, social/emotional learning to build self-awareness, empathy, positive mindsets and emotional intelligence that will create a gateway for more meaningful academic learning.