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.