Kipe Academy

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

We’ve been busy behind the scenes getting everything organized and ready before our Summer Microschool Program begins!

The Lightbulb Lab is looking awesome and the Imagination Lab is officially set to go. A huge thank you to Mrs. Velez, who helped transform and set up the Imagination Lab before the microschool year wrapped up. Her hard work helped bring the space to life!

On Friday, Mrs. Dyar and I spent time purging, sorting, and organizing our art supplies. Today, we squeezed in building a few more shelves between admin work and tutoring sessions.

There are still a few finishing touches left on our summer to-do list, but we wanted to give you a little sneak peek of what’s happening behind the scenes. 👀

We’re excited about the improvements we’re making to create even better learning spaces for our students. For now, you’ll get a small glimpse, but we’re saving the BIG reveal for August!

Stay tuned! We can’t wait to show you everything we’ve been working on!

05/31/2026

Summer vibes only! 🌴 Ditch the sun for a sizzling read at our summer stops in June! ☀️ Tag a friend to join in! 👯

Edited: The Hunt Fountain Park location has been changed. The posted schedule reflects this change.

05/29/2026

As the Microschool year comes to an end and standardized testing deadlines begin approaching, we want to remind families and our community of something important:

A test score tells part of a story, but it does not tell the whole story.

It doesn’t show the child who now writes neatly after months of practice. It doesn’t show increased reading stamina, improved confidence, stronger friendships, better emotional regulation, creativity, curiosity, or the countless connections made through meaningful experiences.

It doesn’t capture the student who learned to persevere through challenges, speak up for themselves, collaborate with others, or discover a passion for learning.

At Kipe Academy, we teach to the whole child.

While we do not use traditional grades, our students have goals, and we expect growth and success. We measure progress in many ways, including:

📸 Photos of learning experiences
📝 Student-centered progress reports
📖 Anecdotal notes and observations
📊 STAR standardized assessments
📂 Portfolios filled with evidence of learning

Testing can provide one data point, but it is never the only measure of a child’s growth.

This article does a wonderful job explaining why learning is so much bigger than a test score and why alternative forms of accountability matter:

Escaping the Accountability Trap: How Do We Know They’re Learning?

As educators, parents, and community members, let’s remember to look at the whole child and celebrate all the ways they grow. 💛



https://edentrepreneur.org/articles/escaping-the-accountability-trap-how-do-we-know-theyre-learning/

05/28/2026

The 25–26 Microschool year has officially come to an end. 💛

What an incredible year it has been filled with so many memories, laughter, growth, creativity, and learning. We have loved watching our students explore our HOT Topic units, create amazing projects, enjoy field trips, build friendships, play, imagine, and grow into more confident learners.

From the everyday moments to the big celebrations, this year has truly been special.

Thank you to all of our families for your support, partnership, encouragement, and for choosing Kipe Academy to be part of your child’s journey. Your trust means so much to us.

We hope everyone has a wonderful summer full of rest, fun, and family memories. ☀️

And remember… we are always here if you need us. 💛

05/27/2026

Fun takes Center Stage all summer long! From June 1 to July 31, stop by the pop-up stage in the Atrium for interactive performances.

🎶 World Music with Jammin’ Julie
Mondays + Tuesdays
10:30 am – 12 pm, 1 – 2 pm

🕺 Funky Friends with Caleb
Wednesdays + Thursdays
10:30 am – 12 pm

🧘‍♀️ Dance Yoga with Ms. Christine
Fridays
10:30 – 12 pm

05/27/2026

We had such a fantastic time at Trailhead Park in Winter Haven for our End of the Year Splash Celebration! ☀️💦

The kids had an amazing time running around the splash pad, laughing, playing, and making special memories together. We also enjoyed a delicious dinner of sandwiches, chips, and watermelon while spending quality time as a community. 🍉🥪

We are so grateful to all of our families for coming out to support your child and Kipe Academy. Thank you for helping carry items, unload and load the cars, and for always stepping in to support our community in so many ways. Your kindness and teamwork truly mean so much to us. 💛

Thank you for believing in Kipe Academy and trusting us to be part of your child’s journey. We hope you and your child had a fantastic school year filled with growth, learning, confidence, and memories that will last a lifetime. 🌟

05/24/2026

Kipe Academy still has a few spots left in our Summer Microschool Program! ☀️📚

Our program is open to both traditional and homeschooling families and is designed to provide a fun, engaging, and supportive learning environment throughout the summer.

✨ Grades K–8
🗓 Monday–Thursday
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Winter Haven, FL

At Kipe Academy, students participate in hands-on learning, creative projects, movement, social interaction, and personalized support in a small-group environment.

Spots are limited as we keep our program intentionally small. 💛

If you’re interested in learning more, complete our interest form through our website!

Kipeacademy.org

05/22/2026

We’re wrapping up the end of the school year and closing out our Video Game HOT Topic Unit with an awesome in-house field trip from the Rolling Video Games Truck! 🎮✨

The kids had a blast playing games together while also practicing important real-life skills like taking turns, keeping track of scores, problem-solving, teamwork, and encouraging one another. We love creating learning experiences that blend fun, connection, and skill building in meaningful ways. 💛

What a fun way to celebrate all the growth, friendships, and memories from this school year!