KIPP Academy Chicago

07/27/2026

💙 Meet the team leading the way:

⭐ Mrs. Allen – Principal
⭐ Ms. Coleman – Director of Operations
⭐ Mr. McClinton – Assistant Principal
⭐ Ms. Watson – Assistant Principal

We are excited for an incredible school year and look forward to partnering with our students and families. Be sure to say hello when you see them around !

07/23/2026

It’s almost time to see these smiling faces again! 😊💙 One month until our KIPPsters are back together again.

📌 SAVE THE DATE! 📌
Back to School Bash

📅 August 14
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 4818 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60644

Free school supplies, food, games, live music, raffle prizes, and more! Swipe ➡️ for all the details, and come celebrate with us before the school year begins!

07/22/2026

📚🎉 Back to School is Almost Here! 🎉📚

The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to welcome our students and families back to KIPP Academy Chicago for an amazing 2026–2027 school year! 💙💛

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
🎈 Back to School Bash: Friday, August 14th | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍎 Meet the Teacher: Monday, August 17th | 4:00–6:00 PM
📚 First Day of School: Wednesday, August 19th | 7:45 AM–1:45 PM
📌 First Full Day: Monday, August 24th | 7:45 AM - 3:30 (Monday- Thursday)
✔️ All Fridays | 7:45 AM- 1:45 PM

🎒 School Supply Reminders:
• 8 boxes of tissue
• 8 rolls of paper towels
• 1 bottle of hand sanitizer
• 3 sharpened pencils each day (no sharpeners)
• Reusable plastic water bottle
• Students will receive a homework folder, pencil pouch, and binder to bring to school daily.

👕 Uniform Reminder:
Students are expected to wear their full school uniform every day, including a KIPP polo or sweatshirt, khaki or navy pants, a belt, and gym shoes. Uniform polos and sweatshirts are available for $15 (cash only) in the front office.

✨ Now Enrolling!
Limited seats are still available in select grade levels. Invite your friends and family to join the KIPP Academy Chicago community!

We look forward to seeing everyone soon for a year filled with learning, growth, and success. Let’s make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet! 💙💛

📚🎉 ¡El Regreso a Clases Ya Está Muy Cerca! 🎉📚

¡La cuenta regresiva ha comenzado y estamos muy emocionados de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a nuestros estudiantes y familias a KIPP Academy Chicago para un increíble año escolar 2026–2027! 💙💛

🗓️ ¡Aparten estas fechas importantes!

🎈 Fiesta de Regreso a Clases: Viernes 14 de Agosto | 11:00 a. m. – 2:00 p. m.
🍎 Conozca al Maestro(a): Lunes 17 de Agosto | 4:00 p. m. – 6:00 p. m.
📚 Primer Día de Clases: Miércoles 19 de Agosto | 7:45 a. m. – 1:45 p. m.
📌 Primer Día Completo de Clases: Lunes 24 de Agosto | 7:45 a. m. – 3:30 p. m. (lunes a jueves)
✔️ Todos los Viernes: 7:45 a. m. – 1:45 p. m.

🎒 Recordatorio de Útiles Escolares:
• 8 cajas de pañuelos desechables (Kleenex)
• 8 rollos de toallas de papel
• 1 botella de desinfectante para manos
• 3 lápices con punta cada día (no se permiten sacapuntas)
• Una botella de agua de plástico reutilizable
• La escuela proporcionará una carpeta para tareas, un estuche para lápices y una carpeta de argollas (binder), los cuales deberán traer todos los días.

👕 Recordatorio del Uniforme:
Se espera que todos los estudiantes usen el uniforme completo todos los días, incluyendo una polo o sudadera de KIPP, pantalón color caqui o azul marino, cinturón y zapatos deportivos. Las polos y sudaderas de KIPP están disponibles por $15 en la oficina principal. Solo se acepta efectivo.

✨ ¡Inscripciones Abiertas!
Aún hay cupos disponibles en algunos grados. ¡Inviten a sus amigos y familiares a formar parte de la comunidad de KIPP Academy Chicago!

¡Estamos ansiosos por ver a todos muy pronto y comenzar un año lleno de aprendizaje, crecimiento y éxito! 💙💛 ¡Hagamos del año escolar 2026–2027 el mejor hasta ahora!

02/02/2026

Parents, KIPPsters and Families : TAP IN 🧠🔥
We’re dropping DAILY Black History Trivia Questions at 8am SHARP starting tomorrow Feb 2nd!

- Get Your Answers 💯
- REP your KIPPsters Homeroom 💙
- Rack Up those correct responses

Set Your Alarms : 1,2 … 1,2,3 … Stay Tuned 😊

01/26/2026

KIPP Academy School and office will be open on Monday, January 26.

We are working to ensure our school is safe, warm, and dry, and that meal service is ready for students. CTA will operate with regular hours and service. Below are some safety reminders for cold weather.

Stay warm by:
Wearing several layers of loose, warm clothing
Using gloves, hats, scarves, and other items for warmth
Paying special attention to keeping your hands, head, ears, and feet warm and dry

We will see you tomorrow, Monday, January 26!

In a letter to families, CPS announces that CPS schools and offices will reopen on Monday, January 26, 2026.

01/23/2026

Hey KIPP Academy families. There will be no school January 23rd. See you on Monday, January 26 in FULL uniform.

08/10/2025

Parents come out for meet the teachers night tomorrow at 4818 W. Ohio. See details below!

08/03/2025

Back to School Bash Tuesday, August 12. See details below.

08/03/2025

Meet the Teachers Night Monday, August 11. See details below.

07/24/2025

Behind every great school year is a team of incredible leaders making it all happen! This year’s about to be something special—and these superstar Principals are leading the way🌟