KIPP Pride Middle School

10/14/2026

Today many of our 6th graders had the pleasure to tour the campus of Shaw University. We thank you for sharing your time and energy with our pride!

10/14/2026

🍿🥤 SNACK TIME AT KIPP PRIDE! 🦁💙

Good food fuels great learning! 🎉 KIPP Pride Middle School is excited to offer a variety of a la carte snacks and drinks for our students to enjoy!

🍟 Check out our prices:
🥔 Chips – $1.50
🍦 Ice Cream – $1.25
🍪 Cookies – $0.25
🧡 Large Gatorade – $3.00
💙 Small Gatorade – $1.75
🧃 Juice Drinks – $1.75
🍽️ Another Entrée – $2.00

💵 IMPORTANT PAYMENT REMINDER: CASH ONLY!
Please send exact money. No change will be given. Any additional money received will be added to your child’s lunch account.

Thank you for supporting our school and helping us keep our students fueled and ready to learn! 💙🦁

10/14/2026

Next game is Thursday! We will celebrate our 8th grade players!!! Come on out and support these ladies!!!!

10/12/2026

10/11/2026

📣💙💛 KIPP PRIDE FAMILY NEWSLETTER | OCTOBER & EARLY NOVEMBER 💛💙

There’s a lot happening at KIPP Pride Middle School, and we want our families to stay informed! 🦁✨ Check out our latest family newsletter for important dates, upcoming events, and school updates.

📅 Mark Your Calendars!
🏫 October 12: No School – Indigenous Peoples Day
🏐 October 15: Last Home Volleyball Game & Progress Reports Go Home
🏈 October 21: Last Home Football Game
📝 October 20–22: Benchmark Testing
🎃 October 23: Spooky Soirée Costume Dance
📸 October 26: Student Picture Day & Family Survey Begins
🎓 October 27: 8th Grade College Trip to UNC–Chapel Hill
📄 November 5: Progress Reports Go Home
🏫 November 3: No School for Students – Election Day
📚 November 13: End of the Trimester

⭐ A Few Important Reminders:
✅ Help your student earn the October attendance incentive by attending school regularly and arriving on time.
✅ Please make every effort to have students present and on time for benchmark testing so they can show what they know!
✅ Watch your phone for our upcoming family survey from October 26–November 6. Your feedback matters, and we want to hear from you!

🏆 Join us in celebrating our 8th-grade student-athletes during their final home games, and get ready for our Spooky Soirée Costume Dance!

Thank you for your continued support, communication, and partnership. Together, we are building a strong KIPP Pride community where every student can thrive! 💙💛

10/09/2026

📚💙 KIPP PRIDE FAMILIES, IT’S ASSESSMENT TIME! 💙🦁

It’s time for our scholars to SHOW WHAT THEY KNOW! 🎯 Our first practice EOGs of the year are happening October 20–22, and we’re aiming for 💯 100% STUDENT PARTICIPATION!

🗓️ INTERIM ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE
📖 Monday, October 20: Reading
➗ Tuesday, October 21: Math
🔬 Wednesday, October 22: 8th Grade Science & Makeups

📣 Parents & Families, we need your help!
✅ Please avoid scheduling appointments during assessment days.
✅ Make sure your scholar is present and arrives at school ON TIME each day.
✅ Encourage your scholar to do their best and show off all they’ve learned!

Every scholar. Every day. Ready to shine! ✨ We believe in our students, and together, we can reach our goal of 100% participation! 💪🏽

🎃👻 AND AFTER WE SHOW WHAT WE KNOW… IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE! 👻🎃

Join us for our SPOOKY SOIRÉE COSTUME DANCE! 🕸️🧡

📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Let’s finish assessment week strong and celebrate the KIPP Pride way! 🦁💙

KIPPstersShine

10/09/2026

📸💙 SAVE THE DATE, KIPP PRIDE FAMILIES! 💙🦁

Monday, October 26th is a BIG day at KIPP Pride Middle School! Get ready to capture memories and show off that PRIDE! 📷✨

📚 STUDENT PICTURE DAY
📅 Monday, October 26th
👕 Students may choose their own “fit,” but clothing must be school appropriate.
🚫 No distressed jeans or crop tops.
👗 Skirts and dresses must be no more than 2 inches above the knee.
💰 No money needs to be sent to school! Proofs will be sent home within 3–4 weeks, and families may purchase pictures at that time.

🏈🏐 FALL SPORTS PICTURES
📅 Monday, October 26th | After School

📸 All student-athletes will take individual pictures, with proofs sent home for purchase.
🏆 Team pictures will also be taken, so football, volleyball, and cheerleading athletes—make sure you have your full uniform and gear ready!

🦁 These photos will help us capture the memories, achievements, and PRIDE of our KIPPsters!

Let’s look sharp, represent our school, and make it a picture-perfect day! 💙🤍

SchoolPride

10/09/2026

🍂💙💛 KIPP PRIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT! 💛💙🍂

🌎 Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!

Please be reminded that KIPP Pride Middle School will be CLOSED for all students and staff on Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.

📅 We will welcome everyone back on Tuesday, October 13!

✨ At KIPP Pride, we recognize that our differences make us stronger! Let’s celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and continue to foster a community rooted in respect, understanding, and appreciation for all.

💙💛 Enjoy your long weekend, KIPP Pride family! Stay safe, recharge, and we look forward to seeing you Tuesday!

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