Here at Kavod Charter School we provide an academic program that develops socially responsible, respectful, global citizens and includes modern Hebrew, Spanish and the International Baccalaureate. We are a tuition-free public school for grades TK-8 in San Diego. Here are 10 more reasons to enroll at Kavod:
1. Academic Rigor
Kavod explorers (that’s what we call our students!) are high achievers who strive for academic excellence, and we cultivate that desire for knowledge with our rigorous curriculum. The modern Hebrew language is taught throughout the day in all subjects. Elementary students learn through a dynamic workshop model and middle school students take nine rigorous classes in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP).
2. International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme
Kavod is one of only four middle schools in San Diego that offers the renowned IB MYP. This advanced program provides a comprehensive education to our middle school explorers, with the goal of developing curious, knowledgeable and empathetic individuals who strive to create a better world. The curriculum is designed to foster an understanding of cultures and respect for different beliefs and values and is recognized for its ability to build critical thinking skills.
3. Dual Language Learning
We are a Seal of Biliteracy Pathway School. We deeply value bilingualism and we begin modern Hebrew with our youngest explorers alongside exposure to Spanish. Our explorers are better able to solve problems and connect concepts as they continue – and because of – their studies in English and Hebrew. In middle school, explorers have the opportunity to earn High School Credit for both Hebrew and/or Spanish.
4. Global Awareness
Kavod explorers enjoy history and cultural lessons from around the world. Together, we participate in cultural events, like our culture fair, as a way to learn about the diversity, regional and global communities around us. Kavod explorers learn how interconnected we are, the importance of appreciating other cultures, and how much more there is to explore.
5. Respect = Appreciation
Kavod means honor and respect in Hebrew. We ensure these values are woven throughout all aspects of the school, creating a culture of honor and respect towards education and the learning process. As educators, we feel a tremendous responsibility to lead by example and show our explorers the value in respecting themselves, each other, and all communities.
6. A Culture of Service
Explorers learn to expand their view of community beyond our school and even San Diego to include the entire world. Through age-appropriate community service-learning activities integrated across the curriculum, explorers learn the values of understanding and respect for others in multiple contexts. Good Deeds Day, one of our favorite school wide events of the year, engages explorers to give back while developing compassion and empathy.
7. Robust, Well-Balanced Program
Art, electives, enrichments, clubs and leadership are all incorporated into our day. Our daily implementation of mindfulness, meditation and yoga help everyone enjoy an affirming and engaging education model and our before and after school program keeps kids at school in a safe, caring environment after hours.
8. Physical Education & Music
Physical activity helps our explorers adapt to and absorb our rigorous instruction. Instead of focusing on competition, our PE program is designed to build skill, flexibility, coordination, and confidence. Explorers practice running, gymnastics, and other skilled activities.
We take PE seriously, and we’re expanding our campus to include a Multipurpose Building that will soon house a full gymnasium and theater. Music instruction at Kavod helps young language learners develop reasoning, empathy, and imagination, alongside the joy and beauty of engaging in music.
9. The Kavod Team
Every member of the Kavod team commits to our philosophy that growing Explorers is the center of our mission. Our educators are passionate and devoted to help each and every student meet their full academic potential. We also provide tremendous professional support to help our teachers continually improve their skills.
10. Joy!
Joy plays an important role in our academically rigorous curriculum. When explorers love what they learn, and feel the enthusiasm from our educators, academic excellence follows. We infuse excitement and joy in our program with guest speakers, interactive learning activities, field trips, leadership camp, and so much more. Seeing the smiles on our explorers’ faces confirms that our approach to learning and growth is working.
Ready to secure your child’s seat for Fall 2025? We welcome ambitious TK-8 Explorers to learn modern Hebrew and become global citizens at our rigorous, tuition-free public charter school. Take the leap and schedule a tour today!
About Kavod
Kavod is a tuition-free public charter school in San Diego committed to growing the next generation of bilingual, globally aware leaders who will make the world a more respectful place. We offer modern Hebrew and Spanish to diverse TK-8th graders alongside a rigorous curriculum, the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, and enriching electives. As a non-religious, dual language elementary and middle school, we are consistently ranked as a top 10% charter school in California and the nation. Kavod means respect – we believe respect makes a world of difference. Enroll with Kavod today!