News & Stories Blog
“It makes my heart happy knowing that the work that I am doing has a positive influence on so many lives.” Check out Dean Walker's "Day in the Life" leading academics and building meaningful relationships at KIPP Empower Academy.
We virtually sat down with New York Times bestselling author Rio Cortez to discuss "The ABCs of Black History", her illustrated picture book, that explores the timeline of Black history in America.
In honor of Dr. King’s legacy, our KIPP Scholar student Eliana B. along with four KIPPsters from across the country are reciting an excerpt from one of his most iconic speeches.
U.S. News & World Report announced 9 awards to KIPP SoCal Public Schools for being among the Best Schools across the country!
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Coach Chavez's “Day in the Life” teaching physical education with a charisma that makes each lesson fun and exciting for students at KIPP Corazón Academy.
KIPP SoCal Public Schools has partnered with The Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund and 986 Pharmacy to provide our families and communities with another shield of protection against COVID-19.
"Our school belongs to the people of Compton." Described as the "School that Love Built," KIPP Compton Community School, a TK-3* charter public school, recently celebrated completion of its new Wolff Family Campus.
Meet Katelyn Johnson, she not only teaches the knowledge and skills, but also inspires the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals! Get a behind-the-scenes look at Ms. Johnson's “Day in the Life” teaching math and making connections at KIPP Pueblo Unido.
For Homeless Youth Awareness Month, we highlight our year-round support of all students to remove barriers for equal-education rights, especially for our unhoused students.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Mr. Sanders’ “Day in the Life” in managing school operations at KIPP Corazón Academy, an award-winning tuition-free, college-preparatory TK-7* charter public school in South Gate.
Meet Sophie Cruz, a current 7th grader at KIPP Corazón Academy, known as one of the youngest activists in the world — “a political icon for immigration activists.”
"Mariachi music is the heart of our culture." KIPP SoCal’s Student Enrollment Associate, Cynthia Avila, is dedicated to preserving Mariachi culture, advocating for social justice, immigration, equality, and women empowerment.
During Latinx Heritage Month, Yuliana Espinoza, KIPPStar teacher at KIPP Comienza Community Prep, shared about her family, the determination for success, and a “Day in the Life” of teaching third grade.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. It's important to understand the issues concerning suicide and mental health, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
Thanks to a generous donation made to KIPP SoCal Public Schools, KIPPsters received a solid science foundation with complete science take-home kits during Distance Learning.
Meet alumnus Cedric Joe, star of the "Space Jam" movie — he shares his learnings at KIPP SoCal, and accomplishments and advice in acting.
As we prepare for our first day back at school, we reflect on this past academic year with a “Day in the Life” of Emily Barclay, music teacher at KIPP Raíces Academy, during distance learning.
As our founding class has officially graduated high school and are onto their next chapter — we celebrate their milestones and connections over the years.
Meet Aris Reyes, a second generation Mexican-American trans man from Boyle Heights, CA and a KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory alumnus. He shares his years journey of advocating for trans rights, which led him to found and become the Executive Director of American Trans Resource Hub.
In our celebration of Juneteenth and Black liberation, we recognize the importance of connecting with our history, recognizing that those who walk among us are the descendants of this time in our nation’s past. Our very own Chief Talent and Equity Officer, Michelle Rojas-Soto, recently discovered that her ties to Juneteenth were just four generations away.
During this Pride month, we want to highlight that at KIPP SoCal Public Schools, we believe in equality for all. We believe in creating spaces where people can share openly, be celebrated, and show up as themselves, which are crucial parts of a safe, healthy community.
Hi, my name is Nisha Vasavada. I’m the Co-Founding School Leader at KIPP Pueblo Unido Upper School. I wanted to do work where I was working with people to have an impact that I could believe in and stand behind.
MOKA is a true celebration of the visual, digital, and performing arts, in its 15th year of supporting our whole-child approach to education!
My name is Tessa Mizokami and I am the Founding School Leader at KIPP Pueblo Unido Lower School. Every KIPPster, every family, every teacher, who joins our Pueblo makes our school a special place!
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Resource Specialist Program Teacher’s day during Distance Learning at our public school, shared by Danielle Smalls at KIPP Pueblo Unido Upper School.