See. Develop. Inspire.

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: elementary school, kippsocal, middle school, KIPP Foundation, Simone Edwards, simonemariposa, accelerator progam, body diversity

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: compassion, elementary school, charterswork, charter school, kipp socal, kipp vida preparatory academy, hug

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: compassion, elementary school, charterswork, charter school, kipp socal, kipp ignite academy

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: KIPP Through College, KIPP Scholar Academy, compassion, elementary school, charterswork, charter school, kipp sol academy, kipp socal, Harvard University, to and through college, phillips academy, andover

Holiday break offers the perfect excuse to encourage kids to take a quiet moment with their favorite book. Studies show that the way students fill their time on break has a significant impact on not only their academic growth, but whether they retain the progress they've made in school so far! And so whether your child is an enthusiastic bookworm or a little less than excited about the whole idea, these suggestions are designed to help keep them turning the pages (and maybe even enjoying it!) over the break from school.

Topics: elementary school, kippsocal, middle school, grammar, reading, holiday break reading tips, reading tips, tips, reading resources, struggling readers, phonics

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: compassion, California PBIS, elementary school, charterswork, positive behavior intervention & supports, charter school, kipp sol academy

Portrait of a KIPPster is a photoblog of glimpses into the stories and moments that give us pause and purpose.

Topics: compassion, elementary school, charterswork, charter school, kipp vida prep

When working with students with disabilities, it is important to understand every aspect of the student, not only their disability. Doing so, increases our chances of building rapport and having a successful journey with them.

Topics: #toandthrough, social emotional learning, compassion, social emotional, positive behavior intervention, elementary school, charter management organizations, autism, stimming, non-verbal, special education, autistic behavior

Topics: KIPP Iluminar Academy, elementary school, teacher spotlight, kippsocal, middle school

This series will seek to tell the other side of the charter public school story in a way that will bring context to what we believe are truths about charter public schools in general, and specifically about high performing networks, like our own KIPP SoCal. In doing so, we hope you join us in refocusing the narrative on what truly matters: educational equity for all of our children, regardless of zip code, income, language, or ability.  

Topics: KTC, College Acceptance, National Blue Ribbon, to and through, Professional Development, teaching, mental health, compassion, social emotional, award winning schools, elementary school, charterswork, AB 1505, Thomas B. Fordham Institute, charter school, Fordham Institute, charter management organizations, Alliance College-Ready Public Schools, Greendot Schools, CCSA