KIPP New Orleans
Education Administration ProgramsLouisiana, United States201-500 Employees
KIPP New Orleans is an education organization operating a network of schools in New Orleans, Louisiana. Opened its first school in 2005, it pursues a mission to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for success in college and in life. The organization notes progress in high school and college academics, along with the development of character and leadership, with many students matriculating into and completing college. The organization emphasizes collaboration among teachers and school leaders, providing space for teachers to shape their classroom culture while drawing on a broader community of colleagues and resources. It also engages in community partnerships, including a 2021 collaboration with New Orleans East Hospital to host COVID-19 vaccinations at a KIPP site, and has previously worked with the Bayou District Foundation to help develop a campus.