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Pride High Times

October 9, 2023

Pride HighTimesOctober 9, 2023

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” ― W.B. Yeats

Community Newsletter

KIPP: Pride High School's electronic newsletter, "Pride High Times", is designed to allow for regular communication between the school, scholars, families and community to relay important school information and events.


The Pride High Times can be access on the KIPP: Pride High's website.

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Indigenous Peoples' Day!

"If we wonder often, the gift of knowledge will come." – Arapaho


Today, we remember the history, contribution, and sacrifices of the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas.

No school- Monday, October 9, 2023

Core Value of the Month: Leadership

"Leadership and learning are indispensable."- John F .Kennedy


Leadership is an essential part of learning and student attainment. It is not enough for students to simply learn; they must also develop the skills to become active leaders in society. Students will be empowered with the leadership skills to take responsibility for their lives and improve their community. We will emphasize social, civic, and leadership skills enabling students to contribute to, and benefit from, a culturally diverse society. We will offer a range of programs designed to provide leadership opportunities to students and staff.

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KIPP GCP Pride High School's Vision

At KIPP Pride High School, our motto is “We learn not for school, but for life.” Our mission is to create a rigorous and joyful learning environment, that provides every scholar with the academic, social and emotional skills necessary to live a life of academic and professional choice. Together, with our scholars, we will lead and serve in our school, community, and will fight for social justice, impacting society, now, and for generations to come.
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Fall Pictures

October 10- Fall pictures make up

October 31- Senior Picture Make Ups

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Pride Times

9th Grade: Oct. 18th

10th Grade: Oct. 19th

11th Grade: Oct. 25th

12th Grade: Oct. 26th

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Junior & Senior Class Trips

12th Grade: Washington, D.C. March 27-29, 2024
  • $400

11th Grade: Atlanta, GA. April 3-6, 2024

  • $500


Payment Outline*

#1- November 1, 2023= $100 (deposit)

#2- December 1, 2023= $100

#3- January 3, 2024= $100

#4- February 1, 2024= $100 (final Junior payment)

#5- March 1, 2024= $100 (Seniors only, final payment)


*First 50 students, in both grades, who pay their deposits are guaranteed a spot. All payments are non refundable. Trips can be paid in full. Students final participation is dependent upon meeting the academic and behavior expectations, regardless of payment.

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American College Testing

PreACT Testing (10th grade only): Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Practice ACT Testing (11th grade only): Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Make Up Testing (10th & 11th graders only): Thursday, October 19, 2023

KPHS Testing Calendar SY 23-24
Use this link to access KPHS testing calendar. This testing calendar is subject to change.
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College Application Workshops

Calling all seniors, college application workshops will be held October 12, 2023 during Senior Seminar. Be sure to be present to receive this important support.

KPHS Dress Code SY2023-24

The mission of KIPP: Pride High School is to prepare our scholars with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose- college, career and beyond- so they can live choice filled lives and build a more just world. Our dress code policy is designed to align to our core values of Leadership, Excellence, Community, Integrity and Humility. Through our dress code policy, we will promote unity, community, pride within our school and ensure that students are safe, age appropriately dressed and minimize distractions to prioritize learning. Our dress code policy is designed to be more aligned with KIPP high schools around the country.
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School Improvement Team Meeting

Our School Improvement Team Meetings will be held the third Wednesday of every month from 5-6pm.


The next meeting is Wednesday, October 18.

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Conversations with the Principal

Please join us for our monthly family and community meeting, Conversations with the Principal.

3rd Wednesday of every month 6pm.


Next meeting Wednesday, October 18

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9th Grade Parent Meeting

We are hosting a 9th grade parent academy open house on October 18 at 6:30pm. This session is designed to support 9th families with helping their student(s) with a strong start to the school year.

Scholarship Opportunity

KPHS Athletics 2023-24SY

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Upcoming Important Dates

  • October 9- Indigenous Peoples’ Day- No School
  • October 10- Picture Day Make Up
  • October 10- Progress Reports mailed home
  • October 12- Volleyball Senior Night
  • October 27- Enf of Quarter 1
  • October 31- Senior Picture Make Ups
  • November 3- Teacher Workday- No School
  • November 27- Teacher Workday- Parent Teacher Conferences- No School
  • January 2, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • January 26, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • February 16, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • February 21, 2024- Senior Cap & Gown Pictures
  • March 8, 2024- Teacher Workday- Parent Teacher Conferences- No School
  • March 29- April 5- Spring Break
  • April 8, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • May 3, 2024- Senior Signing Day & Senior Banquet
  • April 26, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • May 17, 2024- Teacher Workday- No School
  • May 17, 2024- Prom 2024
  • June 7, 2024- Commencement