James Baldwin Elementary

James Baldwin
Elementary

Calendar and News

School Calendar

28
Jan
Quarter 2
January 28
28
Jan
Semester 1
January 28
01
Feb
SPS Admissions Fair
February 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
17
Feb
Mid-winter Break, No School
February 17 – February 21

School News

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Student Tours for Kindergarten and Prospective Families
James Baldwin Student Tours for Kindergarten and Prospective Families You are invited to join us and learn about all of the amazing learning opportunities we offer at James Baldwin! The school tours are for incoming…
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2024-25 School Supply Lists
School Supply Lists 2024-25 School supplies will be purchased in bulk for all classes. A fee is requested from families for those supplies. This should save families money and equity at school.
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Start of School Forms
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School Calendar & How to Subscribe
How to Subscribe to School and District Calendars Families can subscribe to the district and/or school website online calendars. Your personal calendars update automatically when a change is made or when a new event is…
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School Meals
James Baldwin Breakfast and Lunch Menu Every day SPS students are offered a nutritionally balanced breakfast and lunch! Please note: Menus are subject to change without notice. For the latest menu information,…
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Incoming Kindergartners, join us Aug. 21-23 to learn about Kindergarten!
Incoming Kindergartners, join us to learn about Kindergarten! August 21-23 at 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. This event is just for students, parents will drop off in the cafeteria. Make sure you have registered for Kindergarten through…

District News

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First Bell December Edition

Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.
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Enrollment Open for Parent Education Course to Support Student Learning

SPS families are invited to join Family Connectors University, an online course to help caregivers support their child’s growth. Space is limited.
SPS Principals from left to right: Rena Deese, Caine Lowery, Mary McDaniel, Jeffrey Lam, Melissa Gray, Eric Marshall

School Leader Hiring Pool

Our district is currently welcoming applications for principals and assistant principals in the 2025-26 School Leader Pools.