Holistic Learning at Kipe Academy
Our Learning Philosophy
Kipe Academy exists to inspire and empower both students and families. Enrollment is a purposeful choice to join a learning community built on partnership, growth mindset, and alignment with our mission.
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Kipe Academy is a fit for families who:
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Believe in personalized learning that supports academic and social-emotional growth
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Value kindness, responsibility, and community contribution
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Want a learning environment where students are known, supported, and appropriately challenged
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Enrollment is relationship-based and space-limited. Placement decisions consider student readiness, classroom dynamics, and family alignment with the KA culture.
What a Typical Day Includes
Skills Time
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Personalized reading and math goals based on current skill level (not just age/grade)
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Skill-based grouping for targeted instruction and progress
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Strong foundations using evidence-based practices
Mind and Body
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Daily practice for emotional regulation, self-awareness, and healthy relationships
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Character development, calming strategies, and goal setting
Content Time
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6-week interdisciplinary “Hot Topic” units that connect science, social studies, writing, math, and technology
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Hands-on learning (research, experiments, projects, outdoor exploration)
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Students collaborate with similarly aged peers while still learning at their readiness level
Create Time
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Art and music connected to current unit themes
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Students express understanding through creative work
Recess
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Indoor/outdoor play designed for movement, creativity, and social development
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Includes STEAM-based dramatic play experiences
Exploration Time
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Student-led passion time: build, design, tinker, create, code, invent
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Supports innovation, problem-solving, and joyful learning
How We Measure Growth
Instead of traditional letter grades, we track progress over time using skill development and learning habits. Families receive progress updates every nine weeks and are invited to partner through conferences and Gallery Nights.
