James Baldwin Elementary

James Baldwin
Elementary

Calendar and News

School Calendar

23
Dec
Winter Break, No School
December 23 – January 3
20
Jan
28
Jan
Quarter 2
January 28
28
Jan
Semester 1
January 28

School News

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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…
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Learn about Kindergarten at James Baldwin!
What makes James Baldwin special? Please visit the Kindergarten page to learn more about our amazing school and the kindergarten program! You will also find more information about: Curriculum at James Baldwin James Baldwin…

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.