Our schools support every learner, including the children of those who serve our country and live on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM).  CPSD operates six elementary schools on JBLM. Because federal land does not contribute to local property taxes, CPSD receives less local levy funding than other districts of a similar size. That’s where Impact Aid makes a difference!

What is Impact Aid? 

Impact Aid funds are appropriated annually by Congress. The U.S. Department of Education disburses the funding directly to school districts. It replaces lost tax revenue from residential taxes, business or industry property taxes, sales taxes, income taxes and local taxes, licenses and fees. School district leaders use Impact Aid funds for instructional materials, staff, transportation, technology, facility needs, etc.

Impact Aid allows CPSD to offer a variety of learning opportunities and helps students graduate Future Ready. The federal funding we receive helps not only our schools, but it also strengthens our entire community.

Early Learning 

• Early Childhood Education program for ages 3-5

K-12

• Highly Capable Program, K-12
• Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) courses 
• Gravelly Lake K-12 Academy for virtual and alternative learning environments

Elementary 

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (Idlewild Elementary) 
• Standards-based curriculum and special programs for all learners 
• Dual Language Spanish & World Language Immersion programs

Secondary 

• Advanced Placement (AP) courses and dual credits for Career & College Readiness classes 
• International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programme (Harrison Preparatory School) 
• Running Start (attend college while still in high school at no cost)
• Expanded middle school Spanish and upper-level high school world language courses 
• CTE courses: sports medicine, nursing assistant programs and education pathways 
• Air Force and Army Junior ROTC 
• SAT and ACT preparation 

35% of CPSD’s 12,500 students are military-connected