She Knew Her Daughter Could Do More. Then She Found Rocketship.

Last year, Kimberly Brambila knew her daughter Samantha was capable of more. Samantha was in second grade, and while Kimberly knew she was a bright and capable student, reading was a challenge. Kimberly wanted her daughter to grow as a reader, build confidence, and get the individualized support she needed to succeed. But choosing a new school isn’t always easy. It means leaving behind what’s familiar and taking a chance on something different.

Then a friend told Kimberly about Rocketship.

Kimberly had seen her friend share about Rocketship on social media, which prompted her to start doing some research of her own. She learned about Rocketship’s focus on college, core values, and personalized learning. The more she learned, the more she felt like Rocketship could be the right fit for her daughter. Eventually, she made her decision:

“I need to do this for my daughter.”

A year later, Kimberly knows she made the right choice.

When Samantha first joined Rocketship Redwood City Prep, reading was still difficult for her. Kimberly would sit with Samantha every night and read alongside her, helping her work through each page.

Today, something has changed: Samantha picks up a book and reads to her mom all on her own.

For Kimberly, seeing that confidence grow has been one of the most meaningful parts of Samantha’s experience at Rocketship. But her daughter’s progress isn’t the only thing that stands out to Kimberly. She also sees the difference it makes when a school truly knows her child.

At Rocketship Redwood City Prep, Samantha learns in small groups designed to meet students where they are. Kimberly receives regular feedback about how her children are doing, which helps her continue supporting their learning at home. Through Home Visits and other opportunities to connect, she has gotten to know her children’s teachers and build relationships with the people supporting them every day.

Most importantly, Kimberly says she feels like Samantha’s teachers know her, encourage her, and believe in what she can accomplish. That partnership matters.

Finding the right fit can change what’s possible

For Kimberly, choosing Rocketship meant taking a chance on something new. But one year later, she can see how that decision helped Samantha grow not just academically, but in her confidence as a learner. And sometimes, finding the right school starts with something as simple as a recommendation from another parent.

Kimberly found Rocketship because a friend shared her experience. Now, her family is part of a school community where Samantha is continuing to discover what she can do.

If you’re looking for a school where your child can receive personalized support, build confidence, and be known for who they are and what they’re capable of, Rocketship may be the right fit for your family, too. Learn more.

Published on Tháng tám 31, 2026