Meet the Founders of Harvest Preparatory Academy

Meet the Founders of Harvest Preparatory Academy, a testament to the visionary leadership of Dr. Mario and Debi Ybarra. In 2001, fueled by their passion for education, they founded Harvest Preparatory Academy with a bold vision—to provide Arizona students with high quality educational opportunities and beyond.

Starting with just 150 students, Dr. Mario and Debi Ybarra's dedication and commitment quickly grew Harvest Preparatory Academy into a thriving community of over 2100 students across four educational campuses. Their journey is a testament to perseverance and compassion, as they tirelessly worked to establish a nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

Through their transformative leadership, Dr. Mario and Debi Ybarra have set a new standard for educational excellence in Arizona. They continue to expand Harvest Preparatory Academy's reach, ensuring that their innovative educational model reaches more communities and touches more lives.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Mario and Debi Ybarra, pioneers of educational innovation, whose journey from founding Harvest Preparatory Academy in 2001 to establishing over four educational campuses is a true inspiration. Their unwavering dedication to empowering students and families through education continues to shape a brighter future for Arizona and beyond.