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about COUNTDOWN TO THE EVENT! Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Stadium and Hilltop Heritage Fastpitch Field – Dec. 10
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about Please read Dec. 8, 2024, family and community newsletter
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about Calling young readers for Winter Reading Challenge
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about School Board meetings move back to Central Administration Building
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about Please read Nov. 24, 2024, family and community newsletter
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Summer Late Nights
Starting June 24, middle and high school students will have a free place to get dinner and hang out with friends every weeknight this summer.
Every Student. Every Day.
Free Tutoring Available
Students in grades 3-12 can access free virtual tutoring services seven days a week.
See Something, Say Something
The number one way to prevent school violence is to report it. Call 911 first, then notify your school.
Mental Health Resources
Our schools have skilled counselors who can help with academic, career and social-emotional guidance.
We're Hiring!
Join Team TPS! We're hiring multiple positions across the district.
School Improvements & Construction Projects
Thank you voters, for approving our 2020 bond measure to replace or renovate 8 more aging neighborhood schools across Tacoma.
Beyond the Bell & Club B Activities
Tacoma Public Schools and community partners have come together to offer Beyond the Bell and Club Beyond. Choose from options offered before and after school, data days, and during school breaks.
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By The Numbers
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Innovative Schools
2597
Registered Volunteers
1617
Enrolled Preschoolers
90.2
Graduation Rate
58
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Strategic Plan
This is the road map that drives our work to ensure the success of Every Student. Every Day.
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Measuring the Whole Child
Whole children know how to read, write and solve math problems. Whole children are also socially strong, emotionally resilient, advocators, and self-determined. Whole children know how to build quality relationships with each other as critical thinkers and learners.