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KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS

Open Since 2001 Grades 5 - 8
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At KIPP DC schools, students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become DC’s next generation of leaders. Equipped with a KIPP DC education, our alumni are empowered to be successful in college, careers, and life. We commit to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging.

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School Contacts

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Susan Schaeffler

Founder & CEO
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Terry Golden

Board Chair
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Dana Lourie

Special Education Coordinator
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Anthony Lewis

Board Chair
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Pam Yee

Vice Chair
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Berry Caldwell

Vice Chair
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School Performance SY 2018-2019

Tier Ranking

Tier 2

PMF Score

54.1%
2.2%
from previous school year

Student Achievement

The School Quality Report measures various aspects of a school’s academic program, including student achievement in English language arts (ELA) and Math on the statewide assessment, PARCC. The percent measures the number of students scoring College and Career Ready.

PARCC 4+ ELA

46.2%

PARCC 4+ Math

33.5%

Student Progress

The School Quality Report also measures student growth in ELA and Math on the PARCC assessment for one or two school years.

Growth on the state assessment in ELA

46.8%

Growth on the state assessment in Math

33.4%

School Environment

The School Quality Report also assesses the school environment using attendance, re-enrollment, retention or discipline rates. These indicators are predictors of future student achievement.

In-Seat Attendance

93.3%

Re-enrollment

91.9%

Full Performance Reports

2019 School Quality Report (PMF)

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Qualitative Site Review

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Equity Report

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DC School Report Card

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Student Makeup (SY 2018-19)

Total Student Enrollment

358

At-Risk Percentage

46%

Special Education Percentage

20%

Student Reports

SY 2020-21 Annual Report

Financial Information (Based on all the campuses in the School's Network)

Net Assets

$149,487,256

Total Revenue

$149,026,450

Total Net Income

$16,108,942

PCS Expense By Category

Our Financial Analysis Report breaks down public charter school expenditures into four categories – Occupancy, Personnel, Student Support, and General Expenses - and compares them to the sector median.

Personnel

60%

Occupancy

17%

General Expenses

6%

Student Support

9%

Financial Reports

FY19 Financial Analysis Report

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FY2021 Budget

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990

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FY20 Financial Statement

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Administration and Operations

February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 Board Meetings Calendar

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 School Calendar (PreK3-8)

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 School Calendar (High School)

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February 23, 2022

SY 2022-23 Student Enrollment Forms

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 Student/Family Policies

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 Employee Policies

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q1

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February 23, 2022

SY 2021-22 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q2

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February 23, 2022

SY 2020-21 Approved Board Meeting Minutes Q4

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Charter Agreement and Reviews

January 24, 2020

Charter Agreement

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January 24, 2020

Five-Year Charter Review

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January 24, 2020

Five-Year Charter Review Appendix

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