KIPP Public Schools Northern California

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We’re thrilled to announce that Ellis Stephens M.Ed, an incredible art teacher at KIPP Navigate College Prep, has won the 2024 Harriett Ball Excellence in Teaching Award! Ellis’ dedication to nurturing our students' creativity and growth has earned him this prestigious $10,000 award. From self-portraits to community murals, his projects inspire students to explore their identities and uplift their communities. "Ellis Stephens is a master teacher whose charisma and passion inspire students to use art as a vehicle for transforming themselves and their community," says Julia Gonzalez Luna, principal of KIPP Navigate. "It is impossible to walk into Mr. Stephens’ classroom and not be awed by the level of engagement, risk-taking, and joy that students are experiencing." Join us in celebrating Ellis and his outstanding contributions! Learn more about the impact he’s making in and out of the classroom: https://lnkd.in/giMqc2ey #HarriettBallAward #ArtEducation

Meet Gisella and McKenna: two passionate educators on a journey of growth and mentorship with KIPP Northern California’s Teacher Residency program. From hands-on teaching experience to Master’s level coursework, our program equips educators with the tools to make a lasting impact. Read Gisella and McKenna's story: https://lnkd.in/g4qmUsMb #TeacherResidency #Education #Teaching #Mentorship

Tyler our Talent Summer Intern spotlights our Associate Director of Talent, Sarah Vaccaro who shares tips on how to come prepared when talking to a recruiter. #educationcareers #kippnorcal

We are proud to share a recent feature from the Yale School of Management featuring our Chief Equity and Strategy Officer Dr. Savina Woodyard! Savina discusses the pressing challenges faced by K-12 public education post-pandemic, particularly for students of color and those from historically under-resourced communities. Her reflections on her time at the Yale School of Management highlight the critical importance of strategic thinking, equity, and innovative leadership in education. Check out the article to learn more about Savina’s experience at Yale’s public education management program and how she is driving positive change and equity in our schools: https://lnkd.in/g-MaiKye

Interested in teaching at a KIPP Northern California school? Our amazing talent team can help make it happen! Check out our open roles: https://lnkd.in/gb9WxuSC

Congratulations to KIPP San José Collegiate senior Fernanda Morales Soto! We are so proud of you!

Congratulations to Lupita Lugo, Director of School Operations at KIPP Prize Academy, for her selection for the KIPP Heart & SOL Award! 🎉 We are so grateful for her dedication and commitment to operational excellence. Our staff and students at KIPP Prize are thriving because of her incredible leadership! #OpsAppreciationWeek

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek!

Meet Leslie Cruz Urquilla, a junior at KIPP San Francisco College Prep. She's determined to reach her Ivy League dreams, but in 2024, it's not just about acing the test; it's about finding a seat to even take the ACT or SAT. Limited testing centers, increased demand, and financial barriers are just a few of the obstacles students like Leslie are facing. Listen to her story in KQED's latest article: https://lnkd.in/gAwwBQWZ