At Impact Public Schools, our educators don’t just support scholars in the classroom, they also speak up for students and families across our broader community.
We’re proud to share that Hilary Koltes, Lead First Grade Teacher at Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary, recently published an op-ed in The News Tribune highlighting the importance of equitable funding for all public school students.
In her piece, Hilary reflects on her classroom and the diverse community she serves in Tacoma:
“I’m grateful to be in a school that recognizes how our differences make our community richer and stronger.”
As both a teacher and a parent at I|CBE, Hilary shares why educational choice matters for families and how Impact’s personalized approach helps students build confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging.
She also calls attention to a key challenge facing charter public schools:
“The kids in my public school classroom receive less funding than their peers.”
Hilary urges state leaders to maintain investments in charter public schools so educators can continue meeting the needs of students and families who rely on them:
“All of Washington’s public school students deserve the same opportunity to pursue an education that supports them on a path to success in college, career, and life.”
We’re grateful to Hilary for lifting up the voices of our scholars, families, and educators — and for helping to share the Impact story with the wider community!
Read Hilary’s full op-ed in The News Tribune:
https://www.thenewstribune.com/opinion/article314775610.html