KIPP Heartwood Academy
No open positions for 2010 – 2011
KIPP Heartwood Academy opened its doors to 73 fifth grade students in July 2004, becoming the first public charter school in Alum Rock. By partnering with parents, teachers, community members, and the Alum Rock Union Elementary School District, KIPP Heartwood Academy proves that with the necessary desire, discipline, and dedication, East San Jose students can perform at the same high levels as other students in Santa Clara County and be on a solid track to success in high school, college, and the competitive world beyond. KIPP Heartwood Academy is an exceptional school — our students are ranked in the top 3% of all public schools in CA, yet 90% of them will be the first in their families to go to college. KIPP Heartwood Academy’s mission is to deepen in the students of East San Jose the knowledge, skills, character, and intellectual habits needed to excel in college and to make positive change every single day.
Enrollment: 355 students, grades 5–8
Principal: Judy Tang
Student Body
• 79% Latino or Hispanic
• 16% Asian
• 3% African American
• < 1% Pacific Islander or other
• 18% English Language Learners
• 84% qualify for federal free and reduced-price meals
To apply:
- first become thoroughly familiar with this website and with www.kipp.org.
NOTE: do not apply to teach on www.kipp.org. - you must click here to be considered for any KIPP Bay Area Schools teaching position.
KIPP San Jose Collegiate
No open positions for 2010 – 2011
KIPP San Jose Collegiate (KSJC) is a college-preparatory public school that prepares students in underserved communities for success in college and in life. KSJC opened its doors in the Fall of 2008, with a group of incoming freshmen and continues to grow one grade level each year. KSJC provides an environment wherein all faculty care about each student academically and also as individuals. KIPP San Jose Collegiate is committed to providing a rigorous academic program that will prepare students to succeed in the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. By setting graduation requirements to exceed the UC/CSU “A-G” requirements, KIPP San Jose Collegiate believes that students will be ready to successfully enroll and pass entry-level college courses by graduation.
Enrollment: 165 students, grades 9 and 10
Principal: Melissa Gonzales
Student Body
• 76% Latino or Hispanic
• 20% Asian
• 1% African American
• 1% Caucasian
• 2% Other
• 70% qualify for federal free and reduced-price meals
To apply:
- first become thoroughly familiar with this website and with www.kipp.org.
NOTE: do not apply to teach on www.kipp.org. - you must click here to be considered for any KIPP Bay Area Schools teaching position.
