Stories Select Category ALUM Deja Scott I view my college decision as one of the best that I have made, and it is important to acknowledge the impact KIPP had on ensuring I made it to the point in my academic career that I am at now. ALUM Quadir Hunter Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Quadir’s senior year didn't turn out the way he expected. But he was able to turn things around with the help of his College Success Counselor. LOAD MORE Subscribe to Our Newsletter CONNECT WITH US Facebook Twitter Instagram Vimeo LinkedIn QUICKLINKS News & Press Careers About KIPP FDN Results Contact FAQ RESOURCES Blog Webmail KIPP Share Accessibility Privacy FIND A KIPP SCHOOL Enter City or Zip Code ©KIPP Foundation, All rights reserved. KIPP is committed to equal treatment for all individuals. KIPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. Cookies policy Our website uses cookies to analyze how the site is used and to ensure your experience is consistent between visits. Learn more » Accept

What is a Charter School? Charter schools are tuition-free public schools and enrollment is open to all students. They are independently operated schools that run with more flexibility than traditional public schools in exchange for increased accountability. The “charter” that establishes each school is a contract detailing the school’s mission, program, performance goals, and methods of assessment. Every public charter school has an authorizer which, subject to state law, may be a district school board, university, Mayor’s office, or non-profit organization. Authorizers are responsible for holding charter schools accountable for compliance with their operating agreements or “charters.” Like all public schools, charter schools are: Tuition-free and part of the free public school system Held to state and federal academic standards Open to all students, including those with disabilities Funded primarily through a combination of federal, state, and local tax dollars Not affiliated with or restricted to a particular religious group All KIPP schools are public charter schools. And yet, not all public charter schools are like KIPP. KIPP is a non-profit network of 270 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students. KIPP'S APPROACH VIEW PARENT STORIES Subscribe to Our Newsletter CONNECT WITH US Facebook Twitter Instagram Vimeo LinkedIn QUICKLINKS News & Press Careers About KIPP FDN Results Contact FAQ RESOURCES Blog Webmail KIPP Share Accessibility Privacy FIND A KIPP SCHOOL Enter City or Zip Code ©KIPP Foundation, All rights reserved. KIPP is committed to equal treatment for all individuals. KIPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. Cookies policy Our website uses cookies to analyze how the site is used and to ensure your experience is consistent between visits. Learn more » Accept