KIPP Newark Public Schools

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, honoring the end of slavery in the U.S., and the day the news of freedom finally reached Galveston, Texas. Together, we honor Black history in our classrooms and organization, working together to continuously build a more equitable society.

Happy Father's Day to the dads and father figures in our community! Your support and guidance for your child are deeply appreciated.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Today and every day, we celebrate the love, strength, and accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community. Thank you to the teachers, students, and families who champion inclusivity and enrich our classrooms with their voices and perspectives. Together, we build a more supportive and welcoming learning environment for all.

That Friday feeling when...your marble run works on STEM Day!

Interested in joining our school communities in Newark for the 2024-25 school year?

Head here to apply today! https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

This Memorial Day, we share our gratitude for those who sacrificed all in service to their country and future generations.

Happy Mother's Day! Yesterday, KIPP TEAM Academy and KIPP BOLD Academy hosted a Mother's Day Market for our Newark community. Students, families, and local vendors celebrated moms and female role models, all while highlighting and supporting local businesses. A major thanks to Mr. Roberts and Mr. Bowman for leading this event!

Join us on Saturday, May 18th! We seek excellent teachers to join our team for the 2024-25 school year. K-12 teachers interested in teaching in our schools in Newark are invited to attend.

This is an opportunity to showcase your skills as an educator and participate in on-the-spot interviews with school leaders! Register today here; https://jobs.kippnjmiami.org/joinus

Can't make it? Explore our open roles below and on our website.

There are so many Panthers to be proud of this week! Here's a few of them...

Congratulations to Ah’Ziiyah (Class of 2024), who organized the first student-led Entrepreneurship Fair at KIPP Newark Collegiate Academy! Participants learned about a variety of businesses founded by current and former Panthers.

Shout out to Mr. Teichman and Mr. Esteban, who were named STEM co-teachers of the year! As Department Chairs, they aim to ensure instruction in our science and math departments is grounded in data, engaging, and on the cutting edge of national educational trends.
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Know a rising high school student interested in STEM or entrepreneurship? Head here to apply today: https://hubs.la/Q029sybt0

Today, our region will experience a solar eclipse between approximately 2:00 and 4:30 P.M. We want to make sure you have the information necessary to support the safety of your family during this time. Please see below and head here to learn more about safety during a solar eclipse from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

https://go.nasa.gov/3VO04GS

📌NEVER look directly at the sun, even during a solar eclipse. The harmful effects of the sun’s rays can permanently damage your eyes.

📌USE ISO-certified glasses when looking at an eclipse. Be sure you get them from a reputable source and be cautious of counterfeit ISO certification that may fail to meet the necessary quality and safety standards.

Our schools in Newark are still accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year. We offer a rigorous curriculum, a joyful learning environment, and an emphasis on cultivating a lifelong love of learning. Apply here today: https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

Have you heard? Our schools are currently accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year. Apply here today. https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

Newark families: Secure your spot today! We have seats remaining for the 2024-25 school year. Apply today at: https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

Our schools offer academically rigorous and joyful learning environments alongside personalized college and career counseling that extends beyond high school graduation. We have seats available for the 2024-25 school year! Apply here today: https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

Mark your calendars: Thursday, May 9th is our annual Be the Change celebration! Together, we'll honor the hard work and successes of our teachers, students, and alumni.

We invite you to join us for an evening of food, fun, and inspiration at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) as we celebrate the class of 2024 and their journey to college and careers! RSVP here today. https://bit.ly/BTC24_

Newark families: Are you ready to join the joy for the 2024-25 school year? We can't wait to meet your student. Enroll here today: https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

There’s still time to register for these upcoming Open Houses! RSVP here today: https://kippnj.org/events/

Newark families: Don't miss out! Seek Academy and KIPP THRIVE Academy are hosting open houses next week where families can tour the school and learn more about our academic programs, extracurricular options, and application process.

Register here today! https://kippnj.org/events/

Big news: KIPP Newark Collegiate Academy seniors Quentin Lewis, Lisbeth Gil, Menelik James, and Oscar Grenados have been awarded full-ride scholarships to four-year universities through the The Posse Foundation, a nonprofit that identifies and trains rising student leaders.

Quentin and Menelik will attend Davidson College and Lisbeth and Oscar will be heading to Cornell College!

Head here to learn more about these students via NJ Education Report. https://bit.ly/3SV0BEZ

Newark families: Don't miss out! Seek Academy and KIPP THRIVE Academy are hosting open houses next week where families can tour the school and learn more about our academic programs, extracurricular options, and application process.

Register here today! https://kippnj.org/events/

Grateful to for taking the time to tour KIPP Rise Academy. We're excited to continue working together to empower and educate students in Newark.

Today marks the start of Black History Month. Across our schools, students will engage with the stories, historical events, and influential figures that have shaped our collective history. While we celebrate Black history year-round, we're looking forward to sharing how the learning is coming to life in our classrooms this month -- and hope you'll follow along here!

On this day, we take a moment to celebrate the life and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose commitment to equality and justice continues to inspire positive change within our community, as we strive for a better tomorrow.

Checkmate! ♟️This , we're sharing moments from KIPP Cooper Norcross High's first Chess Match against Seneca in the South Jersey Chess League. Congratulations to the Chess Team!

Interested in joining our school community for the 2024-2025 school year? Head here https://hubs.la/Q01qV3jp0 to apply!

Interested in joining our joyful school communities for the 2024-2025 school year? Join us on December 7th for our virtual Open House at 5:30 PM to learn and ask questions about our schools! Head here to RSVP https://kippnj.org/events.

Families: Our Newark application is now live! We can't wait to welcome you to our joyful school communities in Newark for the 2024-25 school year. Head here to take early action and apply. https://hubs.la/Q029sxVZ0

On Friday, 12/1 our Newark application goes live! Our schools are tuition-free and provide an engaging and supportive learning environment for every child. Stay tuned and apply soon - seats go quickly!

Happy Thanksgiving! We're grateful you're a part of our community and hope you're celebrating this holiday with your loved ones. This week, our schools came together to prepare food to share with their communities, and with one another.

Today, our school communities are observing Veteran’s Day. We share our gratitude for all the veterans of our armed services.