Meet Your Principal
PRINCIPAL
Mrs. Allison Vann
Mrs. Allison Vann is entering her fifth year as Principal of Scholarship Prep South Bay and has over 20 years of experience in education, charter leadership, and student support. Before becoming Principal, she served as an Intervention Teacher at Scholarship Prep. A recognized expert in trauma-informed education, she has presented at statewide conferences and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Organizational Leadership. Outside of work, she is a devoted wife and mother of four, enjoying family time and supporting her children’s athletic pursuits. She is deeply invested in serving the community, building strong relationships with families, and leading with integrity, vision, and heart.
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Every morning, before the first lesson begins, something important happens in Scholarship Prep classrooms across Southern California. Teachers greet Scholars by name at the door. Students settle in. And Morning Meeting begins.
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Every week, our South Bay Scholars dedicate Friday to STEM work, not only reading about science, but actually doing it.
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Hundreds of families got a firsthand look at what Friday STEM labs are all about. Scholars led demonstrations, explained their thinking, and walked parents through real problem-solving.
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Protecting students and supporting families drives our mission and vision every day, and we are whole-heartedly committed to “leading with love” for all our communities in which we serve. With recent changes in immigration policy having made national headlines, learn how Scholarship Prep keeps the safety and security of all our students as our number one priority.
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This morning, more than 200 family members joined us at Scholarship Prep South Bay for our 2nd Annual Breakfast with a Loved One.
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Experiences like this help our students see what's possible and believe they belong in every room they enter!
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Held twice each year, Semester Awards recognize Scholars for academic achievement, commitment to learning, and accomplishments across academics, the arts, athletics, and Scholarship Prep’s organization-wide writing contest. Students earning perfect attendance were also recognized for their consistency throughout the fall semester.
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The first half of the year was filled with learning, leadership, and moments that showed just how much our Scholars have grown.
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