A MODEL OF SUCCESS
KIPP Adelante
Preparatory Academy is based on the nationally acclaimed KIPP (Knowledge is
Power Program) model, which has achieved extraordinary success. KIPP is a
network of free open-enrollment college-preparatory public schools in
under-resourced communities throughout the United States. At KIPP, there are no
shortcuts: outstanding educators, more time in school, a rigorous
college-preparatory curriculum, and a strong culture of achievement and support
help our students make significant academic gains and continue to excel in high
school and college.
KIPP
students not only think about college, they exude confidence in knowing they
will get there—and graduate. The results are remarkable: students excel
academically, develop confidence and leadership skills, and experience the world
through local and out-of-state field lessons. After four years at KIPP, students
earn acceptance to competitive college-preparatory high schools and become first
generation college students. A remarkable 99% of KIPP students go on to attend
college preparatory high schools.
There
are currently 47 KIPP schools nationwide and more will open in 2006-2007.
FIVE
PILLARS
These
basic principles form the Five Pillars, responsible for the success of KIPP
schools:
High Expectations
KIPP schools have clearly defined and measurable high expectations for academic
achievement and conduct that allow for no excuses. Students, parents, teachers,
and staff create and reinforce a culture of achievement and support.
KIPP
Adelante students, parents, and teachers believe in and daily model...
RESPECT
ACHIEVEMENT
TEAMWORK
RESPONSIBILITY
CONSTANT LEARNING
Choice & Commitment
Students, their parents, and the faculty of each KIPP school choose to
participate in the program. No one is assigned or forced to attend these
schools. Everyone must make and uphold a commitment to the school and to each
other to put in the time and effort required to achieve success.
More
Time on Task
KIPP students know that there are no shortcuts when it comes to success in
academics and life. With an extended school day, week, and year, students have
more time in the classroom to acquire the academic knowledge and skills that
will prepare them for competitive high schools and colleges, as well as more
opportunities to engage in diverse extracurricular experiences.
Power
to Lead
The principals of KIPP schools are effective academic and organizational leaders
who understand that great schools require great school leaders. They have
control over their school budget and personnel. They are free to swiftly move
dollars or make staffing changes, allowing them maximum effectiveness in helping
students learn.
Focus
on Results
KIPP schools focus relentlessly on high student performance on standardized
tests and other objective measures. Just as there are no shortcuts, there are no
excuses. Students are expected to achieve a level of academic performance that
will enable them to succeed in the nation's best high schools, colleges, and the
world beyond.
WHATEVER IT TAKES
At KIPP Adelante, we
believe there are no shortcuts when it comes to educating the children of
southeastern
San Diego.
We commit to do whatever it takes to ensure our students receive a top-quality
education. We ask students and families to join us in this commitment.
For more information about KIPP,
please visit
kipp.org.
