by WFIS | May 18, 2026 | DOH, Education News, Student Safety, WFIS News
School leaders should feel prepared in case a measles exposure occurs within a school community. Those without proof of immunity will need to quarantine during an exposure, leaving schools without staff. An option for adults who believe they received the measles...
by WFIS | May 11, 2026 | Agencies and Committees, Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Education News, Educator Training, Legislation and Policy, WFIS News
How to submit a Tier I exemption from Clean Buildings Performance Standards – May 5 The Commerce Dept. webinar walked through the process of setting up access, identifying, and preparing the required information to complete an exemption application for Tier 1...
by WFIS | May 11, 2026 | Agencies and Committees, Education News, Legislation and Policy, Student Resources, WFIS News
School districts should soon begin contacting participating private schools to schedule initial consultation meetings for equitable services for the 2026–27 school year. Find information and resources for available federal programs on the private school webpage. In...
by WFIS | May 11, 2026 | Agencies and Committees, Education News, Legislation and Policy, School Choice, WFIS News
How does an SGO work with schools? Scholarship Granting Organizations award FSTC scholarships to students based on the SGO’s unique mission. For example, an SGO might support students in attending a particular type of school or in participating in science-based...
by WFIS | May 4, 2026 | Agencies and Committees, Education News, Student Safety, WFIS News
The WA Poison Center is warning that students are using Benadryl as a sleep aid or form of self-harm. The center wants to remind parents and those who work with teens that spring can be a turbulent time as the school year nears its end and academic pressure and social...
by WFIS | May 4, 2026 | Agencies and Committees, Education News, WFIS News
There are over twenty private schools that are also approved as “nonpublic agencies.” These schools often operate in one-to-one or small-group settings and play a critical role in educating and supporting students with academic, emotional, and/or...
