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School Environmental Health & Safety Workshop

by WFIS | Oct 6, 2025 | DOH, Education News, Educator Training, Environmental and Sustainability Education, WFIS News

This year’s Department of Health workshop on school environmental safety will be entirely virtual, with different topics presented each day. CEUs are available for some professional credentials. Details at https://doh.wa.gov/community-and-environment/schools/workshop...

Early Education

by WFIS | Oct 6, 2025 | Agencies and Committees, DCYF, Education News, Educator Training, Legislation and Policy, WFIS News

Last week, DCYF launched the Staff Qualifications Workgroup, which will meet monthly to reach consensus on reasonable teacher qualification requirements for early learning educators. The subcommittee includes 10 early learning providers and 10 provider advocates,...

Professional Development and Other Opportunities

by WFIS | Sep 29, 2025 | Education News, Educator Training, WFIS News

Feed Your Kids, Not the Can Wednesday, October 1, from 12-1 pm PST. How to serve school lunches with more taste and less waste hosted by Seven Generations Ahead. Free webinar for school administrators, lunchroom staff, and anyone interested in sourcing locally while...

‘Tools for Success’ Helps Set the Tone Early in the School Year

by WFIS | Sep 29, 2025 | Education News, Educator Training, WFIS News

Strong systems and early investment in supporting teachers and students set the stage for a successful year. Here are three practical ways administrators and educators can engage early: Prioritize Consistency in Classroom Management – Students thrive with clear,...

FEMA School Security Grant Webinar Recap

by WFIS | Sep 22, 2025 | Education News, Educator Training, Legislation and Policy, Student Safety, Uncategorized, WFIS News

Private schools in Washington attended Thursday’s webinar alongside other schools from across the US to learn about resources available through FEMA’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). While the 2025 NSGP application for WA State closed on August 31, the...

Professional Development and Other Opportunities

by WFIS | Sep 22, 2025 | Education News, Educator Training, WFIS News

Bus Driver De-Escalation Skills Workshop In-Person Training at PSESD. Tuesday, September 23, from 10 am to Noon. $85 per person. Details and registration. The focus of this workshop centers on strengthening the skills of bus drivers Engage in proactive strategies to...
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