"I've never seen schools that operate with the level of discipline, structure, enthusiasm and rigor that I've seen at these KIPP schools around the country. They create a total, high-demand education culture."

Michael Lomax, CEO, United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

KIPP, the Knowledge is Power Program, is a national network of free, open-enrollment public charter schools with a track record of preparing students with the academic and character skills needed for success in college and in life. There are 125 KIPP schools across 20 states and the District of Columbia serving over 40,000 students.

KIPP Jacksonville Schools opened the first KIPP school in Florida, KIPP Impact Middle School, in 2010. In the 2011-12 school year, KIPP Impact Middle School was the highest performing middle school in the North and Westside of Jacksonville. Our 2nd school, KIPP VOICE Elementary, opened in 2012. Our two schools share KIPP’s core values – the highest of academic expectations for every student; more time invested in core academics and the arts through extended school days; and a relentless focus on results. The ultimate goal of KIPP Jacksonville Schools is for all of our students to make it to and through college.