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Birney Elementary School
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about Non-neighborhood choice enrollment open for 2025-26; Grades 1-12: due Jan. 17, Kindergarten: due Jan. 31
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about View the TPS Back-to-School Guide
Every Student. Every Day.
Mental Health Resources
Our schools have skilled counselors who can help with academic, career and social-emotional guidance.
Clubs , Activities, Sports, and Field Trips at Your School
Camp partners provide oversight and enrichment to get kids actively moving and engage them with cultural and arts experiences or outdoor programming between virtual schooling sessions.
Walking and Rolling Route Maps
The Suggested Walking Route map recommends walking routes to each TPS elementary school. Use your child's school map as a tool to explore walking or rolling to school.
Beyond the Bell 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.
See Something, Say Something
The number one way to prevent school violence is to report it. Call 911 first, then notify your school.
We're Hiring!
Join Team TPS! We're hiring multiple positions across the district.