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LOCATION

2525 W 1st Street
Jacksonville, FL 32254
904-683-0355

YEAR OPENED

2015

2022-23 GRADES SERVED

K – 8

2021-22 ENROLLMENT

800 Students

2021-22 HOURS

M-F: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
W: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

2019 SCHOOL GRADE: B

CHARACTER EDUCATION

We model and expect good behavior and teach students to develop strategies for focus and self-control. Students receive a block of character education each day.

SPECIALS

As part of our extended school day model, students are exposed to physical education, drama, and art instruction as well as time for recess every day.

EXTRACURRICULAR CLUBS

Our students have an opportunity to participate in activities at the end of the school day. This includes Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, flag football, soccer, yoga, sign language, Girls on the Run and more.

BUS TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

College begins in kindergarten

KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy is part of the free public school system and enrollment is open to all students. We prepare students with the knowledge, skills, habits, and character for success in college and life. Integral to the school’s program are its core values: cultural awareness, curiosity, and citizenship.

ENROLL

MEET OUR SCHOOL LEADER

Lynneshia Coffee

School Leader

  • B.S. in Early Childhood, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
  • M.Ed. and Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning with a concentration in Reading, Georgia State University
  • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, University of Houston

Lynneshia joined KIPP Jacksonville schools in 2015. Her professional experiences span over 12 years, which include teaching and instructional coaching in Tennessee and Georgia. During Lynneshia’s free time, she enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.