Why Kipe Academy?
Kipe Academy exists to provide a personalized, relationship-centered learning environment where students are known, supported, and challenged to grow academically and emotionally.
OUr Mission
The mission of Kipe Academy is to inspire creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in a learning environment that empowers students of varying ability levels to achieve independence.
OUr Vision
At Kipe Academy, students will learn to problem solve through collaboration, experimentation, and exploration in a small class setting where the Science of Reading and Math are imbedded with the purposely designed curriculum based on student interests in science and social studies. The program is designed to foster a holistic environment that allows the students to advance forward based on their learning pace. Students will also attend to art, music, STEAM, and physical activities as well as social-emotional learning opportunities. Our goal is to close learning gaps and accelerate learning while allowing students to experience real world scenarios and be a part of their community.
Family
Alignment
At Kipe Academy, enrollment is a partnership. Families choose our program not only for academic growth but also to experience inspiration and empowerment in their own lives. We seek families who share our values of kindness, collaboration, and community, ensuring that students and parents grow together in a supportive environment.
Our Story
Kipe Academy was founded in 2022 by Tonya Kipe, an experienced public school educator, in response to a growing need for personalized, relationship-centered education. After more than a decade in traditional classrooms, Tonya envisioned a learning environment where students could thrive academically and emotionally in a small, supportive setting.
With the support of the Kipe Academy Board of Directors, that vision became a reality. Today, Kipe Academy is proudly located in Winter Haven, Florida, serving students and families through intentionally designed programs that meet learners where they are.
Meet the Kipe Academy Team
Kipe Academy is led by experienced educators who meet program and policy requirements and are committed to personalized learning, strong relationships, and ongoing professional growth.
Tonya Kipe
Executive Director and Certified Private Tutor​​
Mallory Dyar
Certified Private Tutor​
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Magaly Velez
Substitue Teacher​​​​​​​​
Faye DeJong
Certified Private Tutor​
Ethics and Professional Conduct
Kipe Academy requires all instructional personnel, educational support employees, and school administrators to complete training on the Code of Ethics and Principals of Professional Conduct.
By law, employees of Kipe Academy are mandated to report any misconduct or suspected child abuse to the proper authorities.