KIPP MEMPHIS COLLEGIATE MIDDLE
We will operate with our core values of Teamwork, Responsibility, Urgency, Self-Discipline, and Tenacity. Our credo: If there is a problem, we look for a solution. If there is a better way, we find it. If a teammate needs help, we give. If we need help, we ask.
OUR VALUES AT
KMCM
Serving 6th - 8th Grade Students
The mission of KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle School is to empower each student with the knowledge, habits, academic abilities, and character strengths that will lead to the fulfillment of the promise of college attainment and a choice-filled life. Students are academically prepared for the rigors of high school and college, without sacrificing the middle school experience so connected to the Memphis community. At KMCM, kids want to run to school!
About Our Executive Principal
Melody Smith
KMCM Executive Principal
Mrs. Melody Smith
My name is Melody Smith, and I am honored to be selected as the new Executive Principal for our Henry Avenue Campus, proudly leading both KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary and KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle.
I am excited and optimistic to lead our schools that have so much potential for greatness! Thank you for welcoming me into the Collegiate Middle family, and for allowing me to serve a school community with great scholars, parents, and educators.
As a native Memphian, I have served this great city as an educator for over 20 years. Prior to principalship at KMCE, I served students as an elementary school teacher, instructional coach, district-level academic school manager, and assistant principal. I have also proudly served as the principal of A. B. Hill Elementary School.
My commitment to you is to create an environment where all KIPPsters can succeed. My passion is developing excellence in teaching and learning. We will hold each other accountable because excuses are unacceptable! As principal, it is important that parents know how much they are needed and valued in the overall success of our KIPPsters. We cannot do this work without you!
I will continue to meet with families and community partners. I want to listen, learn, and share my leadership style and academic vision with you. Please remember that my door is always open to you. Feel free to contact me at (901) 791-9391 or by email at msmith@kippmemphis.org. I can’t wait to celebrate our academic successes with you.
KIPP MEMPHIS
COLLEGIATE MIDDLE
230 Henry Ave
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 791-9390
CONTACT US
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LEADERSHIP
Melody Smith
Executive Principal
msmith@kippmemphis.org
Charmel Taylor
Director of Operations
ctaylor1@kippmemphis.org