KIPP ACADEMY
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Our mission is to teach our students to develop the academic and character skills necessary to succeed in high school and college, to be self-sufficient, successful, and happy in the competitive world, and to build a better tomorrow for themselves and us all.

From the beginning, KIPP has focused on developing academic and character skills. Since day one, the key to our success has been the amazing teamwork of families, students, and teachers working together. Above all else, our goal for our KIPPsters is to be excited to take on the challenges that lie ahead because they feel prepared and capable.

We combine curriculum and character education through our SPROUT values: Serenity, Pride, Respect, Optimism, Understanding, and Taking a Risk.

We aim for our students to:

• Be on or above grade level in all subjects upon finishing the fourth grade – as reflected not only in test scores but also by having a deep understanding of relevant materials and skills.
• Crave knowledge and be true lifelong learners.
• Know and appreciate not only their own culture and heritage, but also to grow an appreciation for the cultural heritages of others.

Special programs include art, music, dance, theater, and physical education.
Students have access to iPads and Chromebooks to enhance their math and reading skills. We provide Integrated classrooms, Special Education Teacher Support Services, Counseling, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy.

DIRECTIONS

By Subway:
Take the 2, 4, or 5 train to 149th St./Grand Concourse and walk north on Grand Concourse passing the Post Office on your right. Take a right at 153rd St. Take a left on Concourse Village West. Our school is the first building on the right.

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Take the B or D train to 161st St./Yankee Stadium and walk East on 161st St. towards Gerard Avenue. Continue walking on 161st St. past Grand Concourse and make a right on Concourse Village West. Our school is the last building on the left.

By Bus:
The Bx6 crosses 155th St. in Manhattan and drops off at Grand Concourse and 161st St. in the Bronx. Walk East on 161st St. past Grand Concourse and make a right on Concourse Village West. Our school is the last building on the left.
The Bx19 crosses 145th St. in Manhattan and drops off at 149th St./Grand Concourse. Walk north on Grand Concourse passing the Post Office on your right. Take a right at 153rd St. Take a left on Concourse Village West. Our school is the first building on the right.

By Car:
Coming from the North:
Take I-87 S / MAJOR DEEGAN EXPY
Take the MACOMBS DAM BR exit, EXIT 5, toward E 161 ST.
Turn Left onto MACOMBS DAM BRIDGE.
Turn Right onto E 161ST ST.
Turn Right onto GRAND CONCOURSE.
Turn Left onto E 153RD ST.
Turn Left onto CONCOURSE VLG W.
Coming from the South:
Take I-87 N/MAJOR DEEGAN EXPY.
Take the GRAND CONCOURSE exit, EXIT 3, toward E 138 ST.
Take the GRAND CONCOURSE ramp.
Stay Straight to go onto GRAND CONCOURSE.
Keep Right at the fork to continue on GRAND CONCOURSE.
Turn Slight Right onto E 153RD ST.
Turn Left onto CONCOURSE VLG W.