Impact | Salish Sea Elementary

I | SSE is the second school in the Impact network and is situated in the heart of South Seattle in vibrant Othello Square. The school features a brand-new building with bright classrooms, a diverse and dedicated faculty, and large outdoor play areas.

  • Address: 3900 Holly Park Drive S, Seattle WA 98118
  • School Number: 206.712.7640 x2
  • Principal: Emma Bean, ebean@impactps.org
  • School Operations Email: isseops@impactps.org
  • Grades Served: Kindergarten - 5th Grades
  • Office Hours: 8:00am - 3:30pm
  • Arrival: 7:45am - 8:00am
  • Dismissal: 2:15pm (Monday-Thursday); 12:45pm (Friday)
  • Mascot: Orcas
Enroll
Email Us to Schedule a School Tour

Where We're Located

Salish Sea Elementary

Learning & Thriving at SSE

Play Video

Meet the Leadership Team

Liz R 2

Elizabeth Rodriguez

Principal
Elizabeth Rodriguez is proud to serve as the Principal of Impact | Salish Sea Elementary. Since opening the school building in 2021 as a founding Kindergarten teacher, she has held various leadership roles, including Instructional Coach and Assistant Principal, gaining invaluable experience across multiple school sites. Elizabeth is thrilled to return home to the Salish Sea community. Originally from New York, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from SUNY Purchase and began her teaching career in NYC. After moving to Washington in 2021, she completed her Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the City University of Seattle. Outside of school, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her husband and two young daughters, often exploring local parks and farmers' markets.
IMG_5182

Francesca Kowalski

Assistant Principal
Mrs. Kowalski (Mrs. K) is excited to step into her role as Assistant Principal for K-2, after most recently serving as a 3rd grade Lead Teacher at SSE. Originally from the Bay Area, she began her career in education in Oakland, CA before teaching in Philadelphia and Seattle. She holds a Bachelor's in Human Development from Temple University and a Master's in Education from Alder Graduate School of Education. Outside of school, Francesca enjoys hiking with her dogs, playing basketball, reading at the beach, and cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles (GO BIRDS). Her approach to education is trauma-informed and rooted in supporting students' social-emotional development, reflecting her genuine care for the whole child alongside her commitment to academic achievement.
dutzi

Caroline Dutzi

Assistant Principal
Caroline Dutzi is incredibly excited to continue as a part of the Salish Sea Elementary community as Assistant Principal. This marks her sixth year with Impact Public Schools, where she has grown tremendously as both an educator and a leader. Caroline is passionate about creating joyful, inclusive, and empowering school environments where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. What drew her to Salish Sea is the deep sense of community and shared commitment to student-centered learning. She looks forward to partnering with families, staff, and students to continue fostering a strong culture of equity, curiosity, and care. Outside of school, Caroline enjoys exploring the outdoors — she loves backpacking, hiking, kayaking, and traveling to new places. Nature is her happy place, and she brings that same sense of adventure and wonder into her leadership and the relationships she builds
IMG_4389 (2)

Umi Mohamed

Interim Director of School Operations
Umi Mohamed is excited to join the Impact | Salish Sea Elementary community as part of the operations team. She brings several years of experience in school operations, human resources, and organizational leadership, most recently serving as the Director of Operations & HR at a public charter high school. Umi is passionate about building strong systems, solving problems, and creating a school environment where scholars, families, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and cared for. She looks forward to partnering with the Salish Sea community and supporting the behind-the-scenes work that allows a school community to thrive. Outside of school, Umi enjoys spending time with her family, visiting a nice café, and trying new restaurants around the Seattle area.

I | SSE Parent & Scholar Reflections

Upcoming Events at I | SSE

Sorry, we couldn't find any posts. Please try a different search.

Additional Resources

Impact Approach & Results
I|SSE OSPI Report Card
Family Resources