News & Announcements

Coursera Training Program

    Coursera Training Program Program Information KIPP Forward NorCal and Accenture are delighted to introduce our comprehensive 12-month Training Program, designed to provide students and alumni with a unique opportunity to acquire two distinct certifications, enhancing their prospects for entry-level internships and careers within the esteemed tech industry. Typically, these …Read More

California Wildfires : Urgent Safety Update

As you may already be aware, many of our Bay Area counties are experiencing active wildfires. The safety and health of our KIPP students, families and staff are paramount and we are reaching out to ensure you have critical information during this time.   Air Quality The wildfires have resulted …Read More

KIPP Public Schools Northern California

New Name. Same Organization. Local KIPP Region to Debut New Name & Logo in Line with Growth Oakland, 6/10/20 -- On July 1, 2020, the KIPP Bay Area Public Schools 501(c)(3) will change its name to KIPP Public Schools Northern California. As the nonprofit grows to include schools in …Read More

COVID-19 Update: Shelter in Place

Dear KIPP Community, Our counties have announced updated guidelines and restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Here’s a summary of what you need to know about the shelter-in-place order: Why is this happening? The shelter-in-place restrictions have been put in place to safeguard public health and safety. Coronavirus is …Read More

UPDATE: COVID-19 – School Closures

Spanish | Arabic | Chinese | Vietnamese UPDATE: All KIPP school campuses in Bay Area closed March 16 to at least April 7. Visit our Covid-19 Information page for details about the school closures. March 13, 2020 Dear KIPP Families,  After careful consideration, we have decided to close campuses to students for three …Read More

Coronavirus Guidelines & Updates – 3.2020

COVID-19 UPDATE Spanish | Vietnamese | Arabic | Chinese March 6, 2020 Dear KIPP Families, We are continuing to closely monitor the developments and recommendations related to COVID-19 (also referred to as coronavirus) in California and the Bay Area, as provided by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) …Read More

Hair discrimination bans & how it’s affecting schools.

  States and cities are banning hair discrimination. Here’s how that’s affecting schools. Chalkbeat - January 16, 2020 by Kalyn Belsha  In just the last year, California, New York and New Jersey have passed laws banning discrimination based on hair styles or textures that are commonly associated with a person’s race or nationality. New York City, Cincinnati, and Montgomery …Read More

Annual Report 2019

We’re grateful to our community of supporters for believing in and investing in our mission. Check out our 2019 Annual Report to learn more about our students, teachers, and schools, including our results, growth, and future plans. Click here to read the full 2019 Annual ReportRead More

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Family Preparedness Resources

 "At KIPP, we will continue to uphold our foundational values of love, respect, and engagement in the community around us as we strive to provide your child with an  excellent education." - Beth Thompson, KIPP Bay Area Public Schools CEO June 2019 - Family Preparedness Resources - In light …Read More

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2019 Rankings & Recognitions

Six KIPP schools named "Top Bay Area Public Schools" We're happy to announce that, based on student results from the state assessment, six KIPP schools are highlighted in the recently released report 2019 Top Bay Area Public Schools for Underserved Students. Congratulations to students and staff at KIPP Excelencia, KIPP …Read More