KIPP North Carolina Blog

Welcome to our blog, where we share insights and stories from our joyful, academically excellent school community dedicated to empowering students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths and build a more just world.

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Our Village, Our Future

by KIPP NC Staff
At KIPP NC, we understand that education extends far beyond textbooks and classrooms, it’s about fostering a strong, vibrant community where every student feels supported and valued. We...

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In the Classroom

Adriana Campos: Becoming the Light She Wants to See in the World

by KIPP NC Staff
Ask Adriana Campos to tell you how she feels entering her second year as one of the founding teachers at KIPP Durham Elementary (KDCPES) and you might hear her...

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Alumni Success Stories

Pathway to Promise: The Bullock Twins’ Journey Toward a Bright Future

by KIPP NC Staff
That’s what friends are for Twins Alanna and Alea Bullock began their KIPP journey as fourth graders at KIPP Gaston Primary. Alanna reflects on her “fantastic” experience. “Maintaining and...

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: A Conversation with Monica Villafuerte, KIPP NC’s First Hispanic Head of Schools

by KIPP NC Staff
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are excited to spotlight a remarkable leader who is making history and paving the way for future generations. Monica Villafuerte has broken...

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In the Classroom

Unlocking Literacy Potential: Tiffany Bethea’s Journey with HillRAP

by KIPP NC Staff
At KIPP NC, we are committed to empowering our students with the tools they need to succeed, especially when it comes to reading. For students facing challenges with literacy,...

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Giving

Guest Op-Ed: Literacy is the Path to Freedom

by KIPP NC Staff
Neilson and former KIPP ENC Board Chair Mary Brown have been supporters of KIPP schools in North Carolina since 2015. Most recently, their philanthropy has supported KIPP North Carolina’s...

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In the Classroom

In Cymie Rawlins’ Class, Reading Comes to Life!

by KIPP NC Staff
Welcome to Cymie Rawlins’ classroom, a place where every KIPPster is greeted with a smile, and the excitement for reading is contagious! Rawlins’ kindergarten class at KIPP Halifax College...

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Student Spotlight

KIPP School Summit 2024 Student Speaker: Brooklyn Smith from KIPP Change Academy

by KIPP NC Staff
As we move into the new school year, stories of students like fifth grader Brooklyn Smith remind us why the work we do in KIPP North Carolina Schools is...

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School Strategies

How to Make the Transition Back to School

by KIPP NC Staff
As summer winds down and the school year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how to set up your student for a successful start. A smooth transition can...

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KIPP North Carolina Blog

Our Village, Our Future

Adriana Campos: Becoming the Light She Wants to See in the World

Pathway to Promise: The Bullock Twins’ Journey Toward a Bright Future

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: A Conversation with Monica Villafuerte, KIPP NC’s First Hispanic Head of Schools

Unlocking Literacy Potential: Tiffany Bethea’s Journey with HillRAP

Guest Op-Ed: Literacy is the Path to Freedom

In Cymie Rawlins’ Class, Reading Comes to Life!

KIPP School Summit 2024 Student Speaker: Brooklyn Smith from KIPP Change Academy

How to Make the Transition Back to School