KIPP Texas Together: December Family Newsletter

A Message from the ceo

The results will provide our teachers and leaders with critical insights, allowing us to fine-tune our strategies and set clear priorities for the upcoming semester. With this valuable data, we’ll be well-positioned to make any necessary adjustments, drive continued success, and ensure we meet our student achievement goals. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to send your child to school every day over the next two weeks—it is crucial for their continued growth!

As we embrace our tradition of the Season of Gratitude at KIPP Texas, I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for our KIPP Texas families. This has been a remarkable semester, filled with tremendous student growth across all regions. We are excited to continue building on the progress our Little KIPPsters have made and to strengthen our partnership with you as we head into the New Year.

With gratitude, 

Sehba Ali

KIPP Texas CEO

Academics

A Look Ahead 

• Equity & Data Day (No School for Little KIPPsters): Friday, December 20, 2024
• Winter Break: Monday, December 23, 2024-Friday, January 3, 2025
• Equity & Data Day (No School for Little KIPPsters): Monday, January 6, 2025 
• Little KIPPsters return to school: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
• MLK Day: Monday, January 20, 2025 
• 2025-26 Student Application Deadline: Saturday, January 25, 2025
• 2025-26 Re-Enrollment Window: Friday, March 14, 2025-Friday, April 4, 2025 

2024-25 Academic Calendars

Keeping Your KIPPsters Happy and Well

The holidays are here, and we want our KIPPsters to enjoy them while staying healthy and ready to tackle the rest of the school year! Daily attendance is important, even during the colder months, as every school day matters in building a strong academic foundation. Our latest blog shares simple tips to keep your family healthy, including staying active and eating well.

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2025-2026 Re-enrollment Opens in March

It’s almost time to secure your Little  KIPPster’s spot for next school year! Please note this year, the re-enrollment window has moved from our typical January date to Friday, March 14, 2025, through Friday, April 4, 2025. 

💡 Important Notes:

• Current families do not need to submit a new application to re-enroll.
• If you’re interested in transferring schools for the 2025-2026 school year, transfers will be completed during the re-enrollment window.
• For in-year transfers this school year, please contact your school’s front office for assistance.

We look forward to continuing your child’s journey with KIPP Texas! 

KIPP Texas Schools Shine in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

The U.S. News & World Report is celebrating the Best Elementary and Middle Schools in Texas, and we are proud to share that six KIPP Texas elementary schools and eight KIPP Texas middle schools have been named among the top 40% in the state with their reading and math performance ranked “well above expectations!” 

We look forward to seeing even more schools join these prestigious lists as we continue our mission to become the highest-performing, large school system in Texas. Congratulations to all our KIPPsters—when one of us wins, we all win! 🎉

KIPP Esperanza Cheer Team Shines On and Off the Mat!

A big shoutout to KIPP Esperanza’s competitive cheer team, two-time national champions! 🏆 These incredible KIPPsters are bringing their A-game to the cheer mat and making a huge impact in the classroom. 💙📚 Watch our latest video to see how their dedication, teamwork, and academic excellence continue to inspire us all. Keep cheering and rising, team! 🙌

In The news

• San Antonio Express-News, 300 KIPP Texas-San Antonio Little KIPPsters received free laptops thanks to a local non-profit.
• Defender, KIPP Texas-Houston students participate in this year’s Microsoft STEM cohort for next-generation leaders.
• ABC 13 Houston, KIPP East End Little KIPPsters participate in trail cleanup in historic Third Ward.