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Dear I-1240 supporters: The Washington Public Charter Schools Initiative (I-1240) became state law today after the November 2012 election was officially certified. We’d like to…
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In anticipation of the new school year, read this great article on different tips and tools for goal setting in the classroom!
Impact Public Schools started their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) professional development series yesterday with a great presentation from Cheyenne Batista and Firefly Worldwide Inc, committing to making IPS an inclusive space for all.
Impact Public Schools made an appearance at New Holly this weekend and connected with both new and current students!
Learning names helps teachers build strong relationships with their students. Read this article for great tips on how to master your students’ names on the first day of school!
Summit Olympus had a great time at the Tacoma Night Market this weekend and are excited for the school year to start! Learn more about Summit Olympus here
Ashé Preparatory Academy educators had a great time at the #SkywayFestival connecting with their community! Learn more about Ashé Preparatory Academy here: www.asheprep.org/
Impact Public Schools staff had a great day of team building where they conquered fears and grew stronger as a unit. This awesome team really knows how to work hard and have fun all at the same time!
Innovation High School loves to highlight the amazing and creative work their students are involved with. Daniel, a junior at IHS, is a great designer who loves to create leather pieces. Here are a few examples of his talent.
Impact Public Schools spent an evening listening to the perspectives of their founding family members while sharing an Ethiopian meal at one of their favorite local restaurants. They are now preparing to make home visits to all the new families they are welcoming into their school.
Ashé Preparatory Academy is hard at work preparing for their opening and start of the school year!
Check out this great profile of former Charter School Commission founding member, Trish Dziko.
Impact Public Schools Community Outreach Ambassador team spent the day meeting new families at the Othello International Festival and Parade!
Pinnacles Prep had a great time participating in the Cherry Festival!
Learn more about Summit Olympus where 100% of graduates were accepted to four-year colleges earning about $2 MILLION in scholarships, grants & financial aid! Register today at: olympus.summitps.org/ or consider attending the next Open House Dinner on Thursday, Sept 5th at 6pm. You can contact the office at (253) 444-9781.
Impact Public Schools scholars love math! Last year, 88% of students met or exceeded growth targets in Math on the NWEA nationally norm referenced assessment. Staff is prepping for year two with professional development training from a national expert and original author of Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI).