KIPP Texas Together: March 2025 Family Newsletter

A Message from the ceo

• First Day of School: Monday, August 11, 2025

• Last Day of School: Friday, May 22, 2026

• Thanksgiving Break: November 24-28, 2025

• Winter Holiday: December 19, 2025 – January 5, 2026

• Spring Break:
  • March 9-13, 2026 (HOU & SA) 
  • March 16-20, 2026 (AUS & DFW)
• Parent Conference Days: 
  • Monday, October 20, 2025
  • Monday, March 30, 2026
• Teacher Professional Development Days (Student Holidays): 
  • Monday, September 22, 2025
  • Friday, October 3, 2025 (Houston ONLY)
  • Friday, October 10, 2025 (Austin, DFW and SA)
  • Friday, December 19, 2025
  • Monday, January 5, 2026
  • Friday, February 13, 2026 (DFW, HOU and SA)
  • Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Austin ONLY)

As we developed this calendar, we carefully considered the schedules of neighboring school districts to best align our dates. The KIPP Texas Board of Directors will review the draft calendar in April, and we will follow up with you if any changes are made.

Wishing you a wonderful month and a joyful Spring Break!

With gratitude, 

Sehba Ali

KIPP Texas CEO

Academics

A Look Ahead 

• Data Day (KIPP Texas-Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio): Friday, March 7
• Spring Break (KIPP Texas-Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio): Monday, March 10 – Friday, March 14 
• Data Day (KIPP Texas-Austin): Friday, March 14 
• Spring Break (KIPP Texas-Austin): Monday, March 17 – Friday, March 21 
• 2025-26 Re-Enrollment Window: Friday, March 14 – Friday, April 4
• Spring Holiday (KTX Schools and Offices Closed): Friday, April 18

2024-25 Academic Calendars

KTx updates

📢 Save the Date: Re-enrollment Opens March 14 

KIPP Texas families, it’s almost time to secure your Little KIPPster’s spot for the 2025-26 school year! While our existing families do not have to re-apply, we ask they confirm whether their child will return next school year through re-enrollment. The re-enrollment window is from March 14 to April 4. Completing the process on time ensures your child’s continued journey toward academic excellence, a positive school culture, and joyful learning experiences at KIPP Texas. 

Visit our re-enrollment web page for more information. 🔗 https://kipptexas.org/reenroll/

New KIPP Texas Uniforms for 2025-26

We’re excited to introduce NEW KIPP Texas school uniform polo shirts and sweatshirts for the 2025-26 school year! These stylish and comfortable uniforms are available for purchase now on Amazon, with some styles and sizes becoming available later this Spring.

🔹 Uniform Colors by Grade:

Primary – Light Blue

Middle – Navy Blue

High School -Grey

Secondary Schools – Navy (Grades 6-8) & Grey (Grades 9-12)

🔹 School Spirit Fridays: Little KIPPsters can rock school-specific spirit shirts (available on Amazon in May)!

🔹 Bottoms: Khaki, blue, or black pants, shorts, or skirts (no rips, tears, or holes). Shop now and get ready for the new school year! Learn more: kipptexas.org/uniforms

bring joy

Celebrating Women in Education: Leading the Future

We’re excited to celebrate Women’s History Month with this year’s theme: “Moving Forward Together: Women in Education and Inspiring Generations.” Join us as we honor the incredible women who have shaped education—from historic trailblazers to the dedicated educators inspiring our Little KIPPsters every day. Throughout the month, we’ll spotlight stories of remarkable women, including those within our KIPP Texas community, who continue to make a lasting impact.

Let’s celebrate the educators, mentors, and leaders who move us forward together! ✨📚💜

📡 A Forecast for Success: KVUE Meteorologist Visits KIPP Austin Arts and Letters

KVUE Meteorologist Jordan Darensbourg visited KIPP Austin Arts and Letters, sharing his passion for weather forecasting and giving our Little KIPPsters an inside look at the world of meteorology! ⛈️ From tracking storms to delivering the daily forecast, he inspired students with insights into his profession and the exciting opportunities that await them after high school.

Thank you, Jordan, for showing our students that the sky is not the limit! ☁️✨

In The news

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