Learn More About Impact!
Our educational model focuses on social-emotional learning, individualized instruction, project-based learning and a culture of positivity. Click below to learn more and about our acclaimed Transitional Kindergarten program for 4-year-olds!
The Application Process
Step 1
Apply
Complete an application online, on paper, or with an Impact staff member by reaching out to one of the members of our Outreach & Enrollment team (See contact details below!)
Step 2
Lottery
A random lottery for available seats is held each winter. The lottery for school year 2023/24 will be on January 18, 2023. Applications for open seats are accepted year-round!
Step 3
Seat or Waitlist
On the day of the lottery, applied families are either offered a seat or waitlisted.
Step 4
Seat
If you're offered a seat, you can accept or rescind your application. Psst...we hope you accept!
Step 5
Waitlist
If you're waitlisted, wait for a future offer at any time!
Step 6
Complete Enrollment
If accepted, congratulations! Complete enrollment registration and attend info sessions, tours, and other opportunities to get to know Impact and our faculty.
Step 7
Head to School
Once enrollment is complete and verified, it's time to start getting excited for the first day of school!
Where We're Located
Impact Public Schools is a network of four schools serving the racially, ethnically, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse South Puget Sound region.
- Impact | Puget Sound Elementary is in Tukwila
- Impact | Salish Sea Elementary is in South Seattle
- Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary is in Tacoma
- Impact | Black River Elementary is in Renton
School starts on Thursday, August 24 for 1st - 5th grade and Monday, August 28 for Kindergarten.
Important Dates & Events
First Days of School:
- Thursday, August 24 for 1st - 5th grade
- Monday, August 28 for Kindergarten.
Open Houses:
- Impact | Puget Sound Elementary: Tuesday, August 22 from 2pm-3:30pm and Wednesday, August 23 from 8am-10am
- Impact | Salish Sea Elementary: Tuesday, August 22 from 8am-10am and Wednesday, August 23 from 1:30 - 3:30pm
- Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary: Tuesday, August 22 from 8am-10am and Wednesday, August 23 from 1:30 - 3:00pm
- Impact | Black River Elementary: Tuesday, August 22 - Your teacher will contact you to set up an appointment
Have You Been Accepted to Impact?
Congratulations! Need support with finalizing enrollment? Email enrollment@impactps.org or attend one of our Enrollment Support events. See below!
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Learn About Impact from Our Parents, Teachers, and School Leaders
After we attended an info session, we saw that our kid was also excited by Impact. They did a great job of explaining what the school model would be, both to us as parents and to our child as well; that was important.”
Nadja Michel-Herf
Impact Parent
My three kids just love this school and their teachers. They’re full of stories about class and how comfortable they feel. They’re definitely in the right place.”
Silvia Tellez
Impact Parent
Moving to PSE has allowed Johnny to receive the support and community he needed to thrive not only academically, but also emotionally. For the first time in a long time Johnny has said he enjoys school and learning again!"
Francesca Peila
Impact Parent
FAQ
No! Your child is not fully enrolled until you have accepted an offer from Impact following the lottery, and have been guided through the registration and enrollment process.
Meet the Outreach & Enrollment Team
