🏆✨ BIG NEWS, Comienza! ✨🏆 We are beyond proud to share that KIPP Comienza Community Prep has been recognized as one of the Best Elementary & Middle Schools in California by U.S. News & World Report 2026! This honor reflects the heart, hustle, and dedication our staff brings every single day for our KIPPsters!
From strong academics to a culture rooted in joy, equity, and excellence. This recognition belongs to ALL of us: our students, families, and team. Thank you for showing up, believing in our kids, and making Comienza a place where students thrive.
#ComienzaPride #KIPPSoCal #BestSchools #ExcellenceEveryDay #kippcomienza
✨We are proud to share that KIPP Comienza Community Prep Lower School has been recognized at the SILVER level by California PBIS! ✨
This recognition highlights our commitment to building a positive, supportive, and inclusive school culture through the successful implementation of PBIS.
A huge thank you to our PBIS team, staff, families, and students for making this possible. This recognition is a true reflection of our entire community’s dedication. 💙💛
#WeAreComienza #KIPPSoCal #PBIS #SchoolCommunity #Excellence
Now Enrolling for TK-8th Grade! Watch our tour video to discover what makes our school amazing and apply today through the link in our profile. Spots are filling up fast—don’t wait!💛💙 #NowEnrolling #JoinComienza #KIPPComienzaPrep #ApplyToday
📚✨ Throwback Thursday to our very first Comienza Spelling Bee! 🐝💛💙
We are so proud of all of our students who showed courage, confidence, and determination on stage. This was our first time hosting a spelling bee, and we’re already looking forward to making it even bigger and better next year! 🙌🎉
📚✨ ¡Recordando nuestro primer Concurso de Deletreo de Comienza! 🐝💛💙
Estamos muy orgullosos de todos nuestros estudiantes por demostrar valentía, confianza y dedicación en el escenario. ¡Fue la primera vez que organizamos un concurso de deletreo y ya estamos emocionados por hacerlo aún mejor el próximo año! 🙌🎉
This year, KIPP SoCal had the honor of hosting five candidates for California State Superintendent of Public Instruction across our schools. 🏫✨
From @kipp_empower_academy to @kipp_promesa to @kippcomienza_ls , our students, teachers, and staff showed what we know happens every day at our schools: our schools are places of excellence, joy, and genuine community — and the candidates took notice:
💬 "An oasis of learning."
💬 "Structured and disciplined, well-balanced with warmth and joy."
💬 "A strong example of what charter schools can bring to the state."
This is exactly why we intentionally bring decision-makers into our schools — because when people see KIPP SoCal up close, they leave as advocates.
Thank you to every team member who made these visits possible. 💙
📚✨ SBAC testing starts tomorrow, Comienza families! Please help set your child up for success by ensuring they get a full night of rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time each day. Attendance and punctuality matter! 💛
Testing Tips:
⭐ Encourage your child to try their best
😴 Get 8–10 hours of sleep
🍳 Eat breakfast before school
💧 Stay hydrated
⏰ Arrive on time & present every day
🗣️ Remind them: “You are smart, capable, and ready!”
We are so proud of our students and know they will shine! 🐺✨ #ComienzaPride #kippcomienza #kippsocal
📣 Save the Date: Rising Ceremonies! 🎓✨💙We are excited to celebrate our students as they “rise” to the next grade level! Please save the date for our upcoming Rising Ceremonies. Additional details will be shared in the coming weeks via ParentSquare. All ceremonies will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Please note: Each student is limited to 2 guests only. We can’t wait to celebrate this special milestone with you and your family! #kippcomienza #kippcomienzacommunityprep #kippsocal #kippsocalpublicschools #risingleaders
This week, we celebrate the heart of our school, our incredible teachers. Every day, they show up with love, purpose, and an unwavering belief in our students. They create classrooms where joy lives, where belonging is felt, and where every child is seen, valued, and inspired to grow. We are so grateful for the countless ways they pour into our students and our community. We are endlessly grateful for them today and every day. 💛💙🍎🎓📚✨ #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ComienzaPride #Grateful #TeamComienza
Today we celebrate our Lunch Sheroes! Serving more than meals, they bring love, care, and comfort to our students every single day. From TK to 4th grade, they make sure every child is nourished, seen, and cared for just like at home. With that special mom/Tía touch, they go above and beyond to make every breakfast, lunch, and snack feel meaningful. Our students don’t just get fed, they feel loved. Thank you for all that you do. Comienza appreciates you today and every day! 💛🍴🍎#LunchSheroes #StudentLove #AboveAndBeyond
From sweet notes and big hugs to kind words from students, staff, and families, Ms. Valencia felt it all! The impact she makes every single day doesn’t go unnoticed, and today was a beautiful reminder of how much she’s appreciated and loved by our Comienza community. 💐 #ComienzaLove #GratefulHeart #SchoolLeaderAppreciation #AllTheLove
Today we are celebrating the heart and soul of Comienza this week 💙✨ Our incredible leader, Ms. Valencia, goes above and beyond every single day, leading with love, purpose, and vision. We’re so grateful for all she pours into our students, staff, and community. Let’s show her some extra love with kind words, notes, and appreciation all day long! 🙌💐
#GratefulForMsValencia #kippcomienza #kippcomienzacommunityprep #directora #principal
