On the campus of Holy Family Institute, there's a different kind of high school, called Nazareth Prep. Students experience hands-on learning, incorporating internships and an openness to a future in skilled trades.

"Nazareth Prep, (through) Holy Family Institute, is a real solution for the community, and I'm happy to be part of the solution," said Nazareth Prep President William Hill.

It's a solution for dozens of high schoolers that the former C.E.O. created about 12 years ago.

"Our attendance is usually well over 95% because the high schoolers actually want to be here, and our catchment area is all across Pittsburgh," said Hill.

Just ask some of the ninety students themselves.

"This is a great opportunity for them," said Nazareth Prep student Shawn Blanhard.

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