Legislative and Policy Advocacy
We work with legislators and policy makers to ensure that legislation in Olympia affecting schools and education is crafted with the particular needs of private and independent schools in mind.WFIS Legislative and Policy Updates
EpiPens4Schools program change
For schools stocking epinephrine EpiPens4Schools has adjusted its system to allow Washington schools to receive autoinjectors directly when placing orders. The Epinephrine Standing Order FAQs have been updated with this information: All epinephrine should be picked up...
WFIS strengthens relationships with Spokane Education Leaders
This week, WFIS visited Spokane to attend the Association of Washington Business Legislator's reception, connect with early learning and K12 advocates, and watch the OSPI and Gubernatorial debates live. We also prioritized connecting with local private schools and...
WFIS Fall Board of Directors Meeting: A Promising Start to the Academic Year
The WFIS Board of Directors convened for the first time this academic year, welcoming several new members and setting the stage for a year of advocacy and strategic growth. Held at the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) headquarters, the meeting...
Teach with TVW – resources & teaching tools
Election Integrity: The Security of Washington's Elections Do your students have questions about Washington's election process? Click HERE to learn how your students can submit questions for Secretary of State, Steve Hobbs, this September for an upcoming episode of...
Clean Buildings: Tier 2 Early Adopter Incentive Workshop Series begins 8/15/24
The Clean Buildings team is consolidating the Early Adopter Incentive Program Tier 2 workshops series to provide a focused introduction to all the aspects of this new program. Five webinars will be scheduled close together to help keep everything fresh in mind. $150...
Digital Equity Competitive Grant open to non-profits
$1 billion available to eligible organizations The National Telecommunications Industry Association (NTIA) announced a nearly $1 billion Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program. Who is eligible Non-profits** Local educational...
Resources & Support with the Clean Buildings Performance Standard
The Clean Buildings Performance Standard is a Washington State law that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase energy efficiency. The law is being implemented by the Washington State Department of Commerce. All commercial buildings of 20,000 SF and...
Wildfires and Extreme Heat
Many private schools run summer schools and camps. Your summer team can look at several websites that show the risk levels, including: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ (interactive map/blog) Washington Air Quality Map WA Children & Youth Activities Guide for Air...
Private School Weapons Reporting portal now open
State law (RCW 28A.320.130) requires each approved private school to report to OSPI by entering into the Education Data System (EDS). **Schools cannot submit data until after the last day of school.** A private school’s data collection is not complete until it has...
Constituency Leaders Spring Meeting
WFIS hosted the spring Constituency Leaders meeting this week to garner input on topics affecting private schools supported by the various accreditation organizations in WA state. Topics discussed included: Exempt vs. nonexempt staff, salary thresholds, and the impact...
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