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Mission
The mission of KIPP Heartwood Academy 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.
History
KIPP Heartwood Academy is a free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public charter middle school in San Jose. It 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 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. KIPP Heartwood puts students on a solid track to success in high school, college, and the competitive world beyond. Our school derives its name from the redwood tree. The living tissue, or core, of a redwood tree is called the heartwood. When a redwood tree is damaged, it rebuilds itself from its heartwood.
Values: H.E.A.R.T.
Honor | Excellence | Absolute Determination | Responsibility | Team
School Leader
Judy Tang
Enrollment and Demographics
400 students, grades 5–8
- 81% Latino or Hispanic
- 16% Asian
- 1% African American
- 2% Other
- 20% English Language Learners
- 5% Students with Special Needs
- 100% qualify for federal free and reduced-price meals
Contact
1250 South King Rd.
San Jose, CA 95122
Phone: (408) 926-5477
Fax: (408) 926-5478
kha_info@kippbayarea.org
Enroll
Currently accepting enrollment applications for the 2013-2014 school year!
Our application period is January 8, 2013 through March 22, 2013. Applications are not ranked or given priority by date of submission. Only one application per student will be accepted. Only applications submitted by March 22, 2013 will be entered into the lottery. After the lottery, we will continue to accept applications through August 23, 2013 for the waitlist. Applications submitted after August 23, 2013 will not be accepted.
Please complete and submit the paper application, found at the link below. The school will inform you of your student’s status by mail by April 19, 2013. Please do not call the school directly unless an enrollment letter is not received by April 19, 2013.
2013-2014 Enrollment Application (In English): Click here
2013-2014 Aplicación Para Estudiantes (En Español): Haz Clic Aquí
Contact Gabby Gordon
Phone: (408) 926-5477
ggordon@kippheartwood.org
