Our Approach
All children will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. We believe that an excellent college-preparatory education will set students up for success in whatever life path they choose.
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At KIPP, teachers, students, and families are all united around the same goal: college and a choice-filled life
KIPP schools are united by a common mission, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that if we help children develop the academic and character strengths they need for college and choice filled lives, they will be able to build a better tomorrow for themselves, for their communities, for us all.
OUR SUCCESS IS DRIVEN BY:
High Expectations
We set clearly defined and measurable high expectations for academic achievement and conduct in order to create and reinforce a culture of achievement and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student’s needs, skills, and interests.
Strength of Character
Success in life depends on both academics and character. We help students foster character strengths that are essential for their own success and well-being, and we empower them to express their voice with power and to improve the world around them.
Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders
Great schools require great teachers and school leaders. We empower our educators to lead school teams, and we invest in training to help them grow as professionals.
Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Environments
Students need physical and emotional safety in order to take risks and learn from their successes and their mistakes. Our schools provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment with minimal distractions and more time for both academics and extracurriculars, so our students love school and maximize their learning.
KIPP Through College
Our counselors and advisors support students as they prepare for and select the right high school, college, and career for their needs and interests. After middle school, we help KIPP alumni navigate the social, academic, and financial challenges they might encounter while in high school and college.