Kairos Blog

When I started Stories from the Stoop, my goal was simple: to create a space where we could reflect openly on where Kairos has been, where we’re headed, and what we’re learning along the way. This year feels especially meaningful. We’re graduating our first class, opening new doors for students, and sharpening our identity as a school. These milestones remind us that Kairos is no longer the scrappy startup it once was—we’ve matured into a community with deeper roots, stron

Mr. Guadiana pauses to provide 1:1 support When Nick Guadiana first joined Kairos four years ago, he was a middle school teacher with a...

Kairos is launching Teacher First Compensation, a bold new approach that raises teacher pay and prioritizes our most impactful educators.

Our teachers and mentors don't just deliver lessons; they invest in students, challenge them, and advocate for them. They build the kind of

Kairos’ new Graduate Profile empowers students to lead, learn, and shape their futures with confidence and purpose.

Kairos builds a culture of excellence, celebrating top teachers Lauren Wood and Maddi Hausdorf for their dedication and student impact.

Explore how extended learning periods, targeted support, and engaging extracurricular activities are helping Kairos students excel.

Starting next school year, Kairos is taking Circle to the next level, complete with student badge work and hands-on staff training.

Mentoring makes the Kairos experience special–supporting students, engaging families, and growing deep community roots.

February 13, 2024 | By Dr. Khalil Graham It’s official. Last week the Missouri State Board of Education voted to affirm our sponsor’s...

November 16, 2023 | by Dr. Khalil Graham In sports, at the end of a season, a coach evaluates the team’s performance, identifies areas of...

September 18, 2023 | By Dr. Khalil Graham One of the greatest challenges we face as a nation is the increase in racial segregation in our...

August 16, 2023 | By Dr. Khalil Graham I’m so excited to share the first edition of my monthly newsletter that I have named “Stories from...