Scholarship Prep South Bay

At Scholarship Prep South Bay, Black History Month isn't a moment. It's a movement.

This February, our TK-8 Scholars delivered a full BET Awards-style production celebrating Black culture, music, and artistic expression the way it deserves. Ms. Mo and Dr. Rickman's dance teams and ensembles brought the house down, and families previewed an art gallery of Scholar work before walking into a live show that had the whole room on their feet.

Our Scholars put in the work. The community showed up.

R&B legend Jon B and recording artist Kerry Mondy surprised everyone with performances that inspired our students.

Sylvia Parks, a beloved member of the Scholarship Prep community, was honored posthumously with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Her daughter, Principal Vann, was named Woman and Principal of the Year. Two generations of leadership with a far-reaching legacy.

And WNBA Los Angeles Sparks representative Chris Rogers also presented custom jerseys marking our new community partnership.

At Scholarship Prep South Bay, the arts aren't an afterthought. They're part of who we are. Enrollment is open. Link in bio.

Tomorrow, our Dolphins are back, and the second semester is officially underway!

The first half of the year was filled with learning, leadership, and moments that showed just how much our Scholars have grown. From focused days in the classroom to student activities and community celebrations, South Bay Dolphins brought confidence, creativity, and style to everything they did this semester.

Watch the highlights, then get ready to keep moving forward. Second semester starts strong!

From classrooms to campus traditions, this is what learning looks like at Scholarship Prep. Join us for the 2026–2027 school year - Enrollment is now open at southbay.scholarshipschools.org/enroll

Winter Break is here, and Scholarship Prep South Bay wrapped up the first semester with a finale worthy of a standing ovation.

From the high-energy Dolphin Dance Team performance to the TK-8 class performances, Scholars across every grade level took the stage to share a semester of learning through movement and music. Guided by classroom teachers and coached by Dr. Rickman and Ms. Monique Ellison, the night reflected weeks of practice, growth, and teamwork.

Wishing our Scholars and families a restful, joyful winter break. We’ll see you in the new year.
Thinking ahead to the 2026–2027 school year? Scholarship Prep South Bay offers free performing arts opportunities through electives, recess activities, and after-school programs. Learn more about enrollment at https://southbay.scholarshipschools.org/enroll

Today, on National Native American Heritage Day, we’re celebrating the traditions and stories of Native American communities with a behind-the-scenes look at our South Bay art elective.

This November, Instructor Ms. Ruiz shared her Navajo heritage with Scholars through a special art unit. From dreamcatchers to vibrant artwork inspired by John Nieto, our students explored culture, history, and creativity in every project.

Ms. Ruiz hopes Scholars will remember the voices and stories of Native American communities, and carry them forward.

We’re thankful this unit allowed our Scholars to grow in their artistic skills while honoring the history, spirit, and contributions of Native American communities everywhere.

It's officially Collegiate Awards SZN at Scholarship Prep South Bay! Our students and families arrived dressed to impress, ready for a night of recognition, “dolphin blue” carpet moments, and a dessert-first banquet that kicked things off perfectly.

From English Language Arts and Math growth to mastery on last Spring’s CAASPP test, each award told a story of focus, persistence, and real progress. And when Scholars stepped on stage to receive their medals, the smiles in the room said it all.

The celebration highlighted four levels of achievement:
🥇 Doctorate: Exceeded the standard in both ELA and Math
🥈 Master’s: Exceeded the standard in ELA or Math
🥉 Bachelor’s: Met the standard in ELA or Math
🏅Associate’s: Demonstrated growth in ELA or Math

At Scholarship Prep, celebrating both achievement AND growth matters because it reminds students that every step forward counts. Our Scholars’ hard work deserves a moment like this!

Huge congratulations to all South Bay honorees, and thank you to all who celebrated with us.

Looking for a TK-8th grade school where your student’s success is recognized and celebrated? Learn more at scholarshipschools.org/enroll.

What happens when history, culture, and art come together? Scholarship Prep South Bay’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration!

TK-8th grade students took the stage to portray iconic figures like Diego Rivera, Dolores Huerta, Cesar Chavez, Selena, Pablo Picasso, and Frida Kahlo, showing how Hispanic changemakers have shaped our world. Families and staff spent the morning cheering on student performances and admiring the art gallery.

We’re grateful to all of our staff, dance coaches, and volunteers for their behind-the-scenes efforts, which not only kept the event running smoothly but also created a memorable, hands-on learning experience for our students.