Regular School Day
8:30am-4:00pm
Wednesday & Thursday School Day
8:30am-3:00pm
KIPP Navigate College Prep (grades 9-12) is a college-prep public charter high school located in East San José.
At KIPP Navigate, we are committed to actualizing our high school students’ potential by connecting students’ purpose, talents, and passions to their learning experiences. We are empowered agents of change and courageously lean into new challenges to positively impact the world around us.
Our Student Community
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We take risks, speak up, and face challenges with confidence.
We think creatively and develop new ideas to solve problems.
We learn from our experiences and continuously improve.
We work together, value different perspectives, and achieve more as a team.
We take initiative, act responsibly, and inspire others to succeed.
We understand others’ perspectives and treat everyone with care and respect.
Sample High School Schedule
The day officially begins with time in students’ advisory period or homeroom class, which is led by the same teacher every morning and supports students to build relationships and a sense of belonging on campus.
The day is broken up into periods. After advisory, students rotate through a period schedule of core classes—including math, science, English, history, and PE—and electives like art, computer science, and music. KIPP high schools offer a wide selection of AP coursework.
At lunch, students have time outside of the classroom to eat, socialize, and recharge. Free, nutritious lunches are provided for every student!
After lunch, students return to a period schedule. In addition to core classes, students also participate in electives, such as art, Spanish, music, and coding.
After dismissal, students can choose to participate in competitive sports and other clubs and extracurriculars like robotics and student government.
These accolades are a testament to the collective hard work of our dedicated faculty, motivated students, and supportive families.
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Our schools foster a culture of academic excellence and intellectual curiosity through rigorous coursework and individualized instruction that meets the learning needs of every student. A KIPP education, paired with best-in-class college and career counseling, helps students develop the skills needed to succeed in college and life.
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In California, the average college counselor to student ratio is nearly 500:1. At KIPP, it’s 100:1.
KIPP offers a fun and enriching school experience that taps into and develops students’ skills, passions, and leadership.
Our students participate in a wide range of extracurriculars and activities, including competitive athletics, student government, robotics, debate, arts, music, international travel, cultural affinity groups, field trips, and service-based clubs. Many of these opportunities are student-founded and student-led, giving young people meaningful opportunities to take initiative and shape their school communities.
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KIPP provides a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are known, respected, and empowered. We welcome and affirm all students’ backgrounds and identities, and celebrate the richness of a diverse school community.
We also recognize the unique learning needs of each student and offer special education services at all KIPP schools. Our special education program enables students with special needs to learn, grow, and fully participate in their school community.
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Decades of research supports what we know firsthand—joyful and positive school culture has a direct impact on a student’s academic success, mental health, and overall well-being. At KIPP, we are proud to offer wrap-around support for students and families, including mental health programs that take into account a child’s identity, culture, and life experiences. When students experience challenges impacting their ability to thrive in school, our team works with families for a collaborative approach to ensure all students attend, belong, and grow.
Our schools also partner with community organizations to connect families in need with key services, including food, housing, medical, and legal support. Our partners include Housing Authority of San Joaquin, Vision to Learn, YMCA, College Track, Bayview Hunters’ Point Clinic, among many others.
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of KIPP NorCal schools have mental health clinicians.
At KIPP Navigate, students engage in a rigorous, college-preparatory program designed to ensure they graduate ready to succeed in college, career, and life. Our coursework exceeds University of California A-G requirements and includes Advanced Placement and dual enrollment opportunities, empowering students to think critically, communicate effectively, and tackle complex, real-world challenges across all subject areas.
Our classrooms are grounded in high expectations and strong instructional practices, supported by high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum and expert teaching. Students benefit from a structured yet personalized experience that includes advisory, seminar courses, and frequent feedback to support both academic growth and social-emotional development. With access to tutoring, office hours, and targeted support, every student is challenged and supported to reach their full potential.
Through dedicated college and career counseling, students receive one-on-one guidance to navigate the path after high school. As a result, KIPP Northern California graduates consistently achieve strong outcomes and go onto college at high rates and graduate high school prepared with the confidence, skills, and sense of purpose to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
At KIPP Navigate, extracurriculars are a core part of the student experience as they are designed to help students explore their interests, build leadership skills, and find their voice. Across our campuses, students can participate in a wide range of opportunities including competitive athletics, student government, robotics, debate, arts, music, cultural affinity groups, and service-based clubs. Many of these organizations are student-founded and student-led, giving young people meaningful opportunities to take initiative and shape their school communities.
Our extended school day and dedicated activity periods—such as advisory, office hours, and enrichment blocks—ensure that every student has access to both academic support and enriching experiences. Whether students are joining a team, leading a club, or participating in performances and competitions, they are developing collaboration, confidence, and real-world skills that prepare them for college and career.
Grounded in strong relationships and a culture of belonging, our extracurricular programs create space for students to explore who they are, connect with peers and mentors, and grow beyond the classroom. These experiences are not just add-ons. They are essential to helping students graduate as well-rounded, confident leaders ready to make an impact.
KIPP puts students first. KIPP schools are best-in-class, college-prep public schools in neighborhoods that deserve high-quality options. Most of our students will be the first in their families to attend and graduate from college, and we are proud to provide an excellent, tuition-free education in the communities where they live.
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Yes, any student can attend KIPP! There are no admissions requirements. KIPP schools are tuition-free, public schools open to all students, including English Language learners and students with special education needs.
Like all public schools, charter schools are open to any student who lives in the enrollment area. There is no entrance requirement, such as testing or prior academic record. At KIPP, if a school has more families wanting to attend than spaces available, we choose applicants at random through a blind lottery.
The enrollment process is relatively simple and is managed at the school level, so the process is different depending on where you live. Use our School Finder to find a KIPP school near you, and learn more about how to enroll.
Yes, we proudly educate all students! KIPP schools ensure full educational opportunity, services, and success for all students regardless of disability, limitation, or circumstance. We are committed to providing rigorous, thoughtful services and support so students with varying levels of ability can attend our schools.
Yes, all KIPP schools are tuition-free, public schools open to all students. The KIPP Northern California network currently serves over 7,000 students at 23 schools across the Bay Area and Stockton.
Charter schools are tuition-free, independently operated public schools open to all students. They have greater flexibility when it comes to curriculum, teaching methods, and school operations in exchange for increased accountability. Charter schools are open to all students, using a lottery system if demand exceeds available spots.
Like all public schools, charter schools are held to state and federal academic standards, open to all students, including those with disabilities, funded primarily through federal, state, and local tax dollars, and are not affiliated with or restricted to a particular religious group.
The “charter” that establishes each school is a contract detailing the school’s mission, program plans, performance goals, and methods of assessment. Every public charter school has an authorizer that is responsible for holding the school accountable for compliance with their operating agreement or “charter.” In California, authorizers of charter schools are typically district school boards or county boards of education.
Our schools comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, as well as certification requirements for California public charter school teachers.
KIPP schools employ mission-driven teachers from diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, and we prioritize helping teachers improve their craft through supportive professional development programs and 1:1 instructional coaching.
To apply to teach in a KIPP school, start here.
When family demand exceeds enrollment capacity at the school, students are admitted based upon on a lottery. Lotteries are typically held in the late winter or early spring.
If students apply after the date of the lottery, they will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, as spaces become available.
Use our School Finder to check with a KIPP school near you for specific dates and details.
KIPP Northern California is part of a national network of public charter schools that has a 30-year track record of preparing students for success in college and life.
There are 278 KIPP schools in 21 states plus the District of Columbia, collectively educating nearly 125,000 students.
KIPP first began in Houston, Texas in 1994. The first KIPP school in California opened in West Oakland in 2002. Since then, we have embarked on a transformative journey, growing to 23 schools across Northern California.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 408.673.4892 or via email info@kippnavigate.org
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