On behalf of the students, staff, parents, and community members of Keiller Leadership Academy (KLA), I extend a warm welcome. KLA, in partnership with the University of San Diego, offers students a rigorous, college-preparatory and highly engaging, standards-based curriculum designed to promote the skills necessary for academic, social, and emotional success well beyond the middle school years.  Our 6th – 8th grade program requires three (3) full years of science, which is beyond state requirements.  Critical-thinking skills are taught in all content subjects through inquiry-based learning, Socratic Seminars, and direct instruction.

Elective classes allow students to gain skills in art, theatre, media production, computers, and music.  KLA’s physical education department hosts a state-of-the-art fitness room and after-school intramural sports.

Leadership skills are taught and fostered throughout the day, and students are given many opportunities to develop as school and community ambassadors. 

I encourage you to call or visit Keiller Leadership Academy. With approximately 500 students, adults and students know one another well and appreciate the sense of orderliness and calm that allows for a culture of learning.

Arrangements for a personal tour will allow you to see why I am so proud of this incredible charter school.

Leading the way for student success,

Patricia Ladd