by WFIS | Feb 10, 2025 | Education News, State Board of Education, Student Resources, WFIS News
The WA State Board of Education is seeking a current high school sophomore eager to make a difference in the state’s education system by serving as the Board’s Student Representative for the 2025–2027 term. Interested students can visit the AWSL website to...
by WFIS | Feb 10, 2025 | Education News, State Board of Education, WFIS News
Final Reminder If you have had any leadership changes at your school, you need to submit the Private School Change of Information Form to the State Board of Education by next Friday, February 14. This form ensures the state data systems are aligned before next...
by WFIS | Jan 13, 2025 | Education News, State Board of Education, WFIS News
WFIS crafted an addition to a boarding school bill that allows schools to use their accreditation status instead of being licensed by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. The State Board of Education will finalize the rules on January 24 at 3:00 pm. If you...
by WFIS | Dec 16, 2024 | Education News, State Board of Education, WFIS News
In early December, the WA State Board of Education moved forward to approve the proposed rules to private school accreditation. These rules would allow private schools to be exempt from Department of Children, Youth, and Family requirements if a State Board-recognized...
by WFIS | Nov 25, 2024 | Education News, State Board of Education, WFIS News
The State Board of Education (SBE) reported an increase in unsubmitted enrollment reports this year—from just three missing reports last year to 44 for Nov 2024. This was attributed to changes in website wording and reduced follow-up efforts to schools. WFIS...
by WFIS | Oct 28, 2024 | Education News, State Board of Education, WFIS News
On Monday October 21, WFIS and leaders from constituent groups met with SBE’s Executive Director, Randy Spaulding, and Private Schools Manager, Nicole Mulhausen. Nicole updated us on the completion of the private school enrollment report to date. Randy explained...