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A Message from the ceo
Dear KIPP Texas Families,
I hope you and your loved ones are safe and warm. Thank you for your partnership as we worked to keep our Little KIPPsters safe during the recent winter storm. As we return to normal school operations, I recognize that we are currently in a season of incredible momentum, and it is a joy to celebrate the profound growth our KIPPsters have achieved together thus far.
We are now entering a particularly significant time for our community as we shine a spotlight on our upcoming lottery season and the path toward graduation. At KIPP Texas, we believe that every student deserves an equal opportunity to be a KIPPster regardless of their zip code or academic background. Our lottery is a fair and transparent process because we are committed to giving more students the chance to excel in our tuition-free public charter schools. We encourage you to share this opportunity with your friends and neighbors. Although our application deadline has passed, interested families can still join our waitlist for the chance for their children to join our journey of excellence.
We are also looking forward to our upcoming graduation ceremonies. These milestones are a testament to years of hard work, and we are eager to cheer on our seniors as they joyfully showcase their growth and reach the academic goals they have pursued so tirelessly. Whether it is a new family awaiting their lottery results or a senior preparing for the commencement stage, we remain focused on the road ahead. We are ready to celebrate every milestone through spring testing and the final push toward graduation. The energy and love you pour into your children during this busy season will fuel their success for the remainder of the year, and I am honored to stand alongside you as we witness their dreams take flight.
With deepest gratitude,
Sehba Ali
CEO, KIPP Texas
Academics
New at KIPP Texas: Books at the Touch of a Button! 📚
Literacy is the foundation of everything we do, and earlier this month, we celebrated a new way to inspire our students. Thanks to a generous donation from Joe V’s Smart Shop and Superior Text, our students at KIPP SHINE Prep and KIPP CONNECT Primary were the first to experience our new book vending machines! These machines are a creative way to promote a lifelong love of reading. We are so grateful for our community partners who make these moments possible. Keep an eye out as we prepare to roll out two more machines at KIPP Nexus and KIPP Legacy soon!
A Look Ahead
- Presidents’ Day: Feb. 16, 2026 (School and Offices Closed)
- 2026 Lottery Day: Monday, February 2, 2026
- *Spring Break: March 9-13, 2026 ( Houston & San Antonio)
- *Spring Break: March 16-20, 2026 ( Austin & DFW )
2025-26 Academic Calendars
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🤝KIPP Texas 2026-27 Student Lottery is February 2
Do you have a sibling of a current Little KIPPster who isn’t enrolled at a KIPP Texas school yet? 👫 Submit their new student application in SchoolMint to receive sibling priority in the student lottery on Monday, February 2! Though our lottery application deadline has passed, you can still apply! Applications submitted after the application deadline will still be accepted, but will be placed on the waitlist in the order received. Reminder: The KIPP Texas lottery is only for NEW students. If you are a current KIPP Texas family, you do not need to submit a new application for the upcoming school year unless it is for a sibling not currently enrolled at KIPP Texas. Families of current students will follow the re-enrollment process in the spring.
You can also refer a friend to join your family at KIPP Texas for the 2026-27 school year! Share the love and let others know about the high-quality, joyful education options available at KIPP Texas! 💙
Check out the Student Handbook 🌟
The 2025–2026 Student and Family Handbook has been updated to reflect current guidance and shared expectations across KIPP Texas schools. It outlines key information on expectations, procedures, and student supports. Families are encouraged to review the latest version to stay informed.
In The news
Creating Space for Creative Excellence: Tomás Rodríguez-Avilés
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the artistic journey of Tomás Rodríguez-Avilés, a standout alum of KIPP Austin Brave High School. Known for his intricate fine-line designs and innovative 3D sculptures, Tomás’s work has evolved from classroom sketches to a featured portfolio in the 2025 AP Art and Design Exhibit. Drawing inspiration from anime, Venetian masks, and the delicate beauty of cracked porcelain, Tomás is now preparing to take his talents to the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).
Read more about Tomás’s creative journey here.
Support Our Student Visionaries! 🧡
We are incredibly proud of KIPP Austin seniors Vildy and Keyla Hernandez for spearheading a 7-week fundraising drive for Blood Cancer United. Every dollar they raise helps fund breakthroughs in immunotherapy and makes treatment more accessible for patients.
- Vildy Hernandez’s Campaign: Donate Here
- Keyla Hernandez’s Campaign: Donate Here
Learn More: Full Article at KIPP Texas
