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Rooted in the values of grit, gratitude, and excellence; KIPP DC Northeast Academy grows life-long readers, compelling writers, engaging speakers, and curious innovators. Our students develop the confidence and motivation to influence the world around them. Upon completion of eighth grade, Northeast Academy students have the choice to move onto KIPP DC College Preparatory or other competitive high schools in the District.
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Established
2014 -
Grades Served
5-8 -
Enrollment
327
"Here at Northeast Academy, we expose our students to diverse topics, opportunities, and careers to get them excited about their future endeavors in high school, college, and beyond. We strive to provide our students with collaborative, supportive, and motivating learning environments to inspire future academic success."
Gillian Conner, Principal, KIPP DC Northeast Academy
"It’s our purpose to help mold our children to use their voice and be good citizens no matter where you come from. That’s why I’m so involved in the community."
Dominique Little, KPO Parent Leader, KIPP DC Northeast Academy
Values
- Curiosity
- Excellence
- Kindness
- Quest
Academics
Northeast Academy fosters rigorous and supportive learning environments that prepare students for academic success in high school, college, careers, and beyond.
Students are engaged in a diverse curriculum of not only English, math, history, and science classes, but also orchestra, dance, and physical education.
Teachers at Northeast Academy are committed to supporting the social-emotional development of their middle school students by developing close relationships with their students and families—ensuring a smooth transition into adolescence.
Extracurriculars
Northeast Academy offers their middle school students a number of activities to grow as citizens and scholars, teaching their students to explore everything from sewing to chess. Students at Northeast Academy have access to the following extracurriculars: Girls on the Run, dance, girls basketball, boys basketball, garden club, choir, co-ed flag football, co-ed soccer, Pretty Brown Girls, CrossFit, cheerleading, Student Government Association, sewing club, performance orchestra group, martial arts, and more.
Awards & Recognition
2018: Northeast Academy teacher Mr. Robinson recognized as KIPP DC’s monthly spotlight.
2017: Northeast Academy is ranked a Tier 1 school by the DC Public Charter School Board.
Northeast Academy named ‘Bold Improvement’ Winner by Empowerk12.
