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20 Years of Joyful Excellence
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.
Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
We Educate
10,000+ students
We Support
6,800+ alumni
We Operate
20 Public schools
Our Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
Our Vision
We believe in a world where every child can grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and their community.
What Sets Us Apart
Highly Effective Teachers & Leaders: We believe in empowering great educators through collaboration and leadership development.
Safe, Structured & Nurturing Environments: We create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that fosters meaningful relationships and a love of learning.
Focus on Character & Identity Affirmation: Success is rooted in academics and character. We empower students to express themselves confidently and impact the world.
Rigorous Academics & High Expectations: We create a supportive culture with high expectations and personalized learning tailored to each student's needs and interests.
KIPP Forward: KIPP Forward exemplifies our mission by supporting alumni through high school, college, and beyond, valuing diverse pathways to success.
KIPP students are learning to change the world by thinking critically, leveraging their unique identities, and engaging in civic empowerment. We must continue to spread this education, not only for our students but for the positive impact they will have on their community and world.