Stories Blog
Creativity is already flowing in the new after-school art club at KIPP Academy of Opportunity.
Fifteen students in the Expanded Learning (after-school) program at KIPP Philosophers Academy recently reached an exciting milestone — becoming published authors.
KIPP Ignite's two special spirit days—“My Crown, My Confidence” and “Color Us Proud”—gave students the opportunity to honor culture, identity, and history.
In celebration of Black History Month, KIPP Scholar Academy hosted its annual Hair Love event for a day focused on culture, confidence, and community.
For Emelyn Cortes, teaching is far more than a profession — it’s a commitment to the community that raised her.
For Keaira Vernon, becoming a dean at KIPP Compton Lower School wasn’t a single leap — it was the result of nearly a decade of growth, perseverance, and belief in what education can make possible.
7th-graders from KIPP Philosophers Academy recently had an unforgettable STEAM career day with the Los Angeles Rams.
KIPP Promesa Prep was honored to open its doors to the Boyle Heights community for a neighborhood food bank in partnership with Siempre Unidos LA.
Every fall, KIPP SoCal families gather for KIPP Forward’s High School Fairs, which are designed to help students and caregivers explore their options after middle school and feel confident in their high school choices.
With the help of Corazón families and school staff, the school collected more than 140 toys and distributed over 50 food bags to families in need.
This winter, KIPP Scholar Academy (KSA) families were invited to a special SheStyles holiday pop-up shop — a boutique-style shopping experience designed to help girls feel confident, celebrated, and supported.
For eight years, Dr. Joanne Espejo has brought passion, purpose, and joy to the classroom — and for the last five of those years, she has done so as a dedicated 4th-grade teacher at KIPP Promesa Prep in Boyle Heights.
On November 20, KIPP SoCal families gathered to celebrate something special — the inaugural United Voices Fall Choral Festival, a joyful evening of music, connection, and community.
KIPP Empower Academy and the Community Coalition recently partnered to host a grocery giveaway that provided care, connection, and relief to local families.
KIPP Empower Academy (KEA) families had the opportunity to experience the arts in a truly special way thanks to LACMA’s (LA County Museum of Art) NexGen celebration.
KIPP Compton Upper School is proud to launch a new male scholar mentorship program in partnership with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Iota Zeta Lambda Chapter.
This Thanksgiving season, our Community School Managers partnered with incredible elected officials and community organizations to ensure KIPP SoCal families felt supported, seen, and cared for.
We’re proud to celebrate one of our incredible KIPP Raíces Academy and KIPP Sol Academy alumna, Leilani Gutierrez, who has been selected as a winner of LEE’s first-ever Change Challenge Scholarship!
KIPP Compton Upper School recently had an unforgettable morning as students welcomed WNBA All-Star and Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby to campus.
Ms. Gomez, our dedicated Community School Manager at KIPP Corazón Upper School, was recently honored as the Kiwanian of the Year by the South Gate Kiwanis Club.
KIPP Ignite teachers traded their classrooms for the counter serving up smiles, fries, and plenty of school spirit during a special McTeacher’s Night at the McDonald’s on Slauson Avenue.
KIPP SoCal joined Delta Air Lines, TreePeople, and community leaders to plant 100 trees in South LA, celebrating 1,000 days until the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
KIPP Compton proudly joined the community at the 4th Annual Compton Walk 4 A Cure—an inspiring event dedicated to raising awareness for breast cancer and honoring those whose lives have been touched by it.
KIPP Academy of Innovation alum Joshua Pastelin shares how KIPP’s support and self-advocacy skills helped him thrive as a 2025 Snap Inc. Storytelling Scholar.
KIPP Forward's Postsecondary Success Manager has been selected to participate in Capital Group's Community Wealth Council, a fellowship program that champions increased access to financial education.