Learn More About Impact!
Our educational model focuses on social-emotional learning, individualized instruction, project-based learning and a culture of positivity.
The Application Process
Step 1
Apply
Complete an application online, on paper, or with an Impact staff member.
Step 2
Lottery
A random lottery for available seats is held each winter. The lottery for SY 25-26 is January 15, 2025 at 11am. 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
Waitlist
If you're waitlisted, wait for a future offer at any time!
Step 5
Seat
If you're offered a seat, you can accept or rescind your application. Psst...we hope you accept!
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
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!
Upcoming Events
Stay tuned for upcoming events.
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.