Impact Public Schools

Commencement Bay Elementary

The mission of Impact Public Schools (IPS) is to prepare a diverse student population to succeed in college and impact communities as the next generation of equity-driven, innovative leaders while making a broader impact on public education across Washington state.

At Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary (I | CBE) in Tacoma, WA, every child is known, loved and guided by an adult mentor. Students set a personalized learning plan, participate in decolonized project-based learning, and engage in arts enrichment in a safe, focused school environment that balances high expectations with joy. Families benefit from partnerships with before and after school care programs, free transportation to and from school, on-site playground, and connections to wrap-around supports.

Key Specializations

  • Equity-driven Leadership
  • Mentorship & Social Emotional Learning
  • Personalized Learning

Year Opened

2021

Grade Levels

K - 4th in 2024-25 TtK - 5th in 2025-26 and beyond

Website

https://www.impactps.org/commencementbay/

Address

1301 East 34th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404, USA.

Phone Number

206-712-7640 x3