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WA Rev Code § 28A.150.100 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.100 - Basic education certificated instructional staff—Definition—Ratio to students.

RCW 28A.150.100 Basic education certificated instructional staff—Definition—Ratio to students.(1) For the purposes of this section and RCW 28A.150.410 and 28A.400.200, "basic education certificated instructional staff" means all full-time equivalent classroom teachers, teacher-librarians, guidance counselors, certificated student health services staff, and other certificated instructional staff in the following programs as defined for statewide school district accounting purposes: Basic education, secondary vocational education, general instructional support, and general supportive services.(2) Each school district shall maintain a ratio of at least forty-six basic education certificated instructional staff to one thousand annual average full-time equivalent students. This requirement does not apply to that portion of a district's annual average full-time equivalent enrollment that is enrolled in alternative learning experience courses as defined in RCW 28A.232.010.[ 2013 2nd sp.s. c 18 § 512; 2011 1st sp.s. c 34 § 10; 2010 c 236 § 13; 1990 c 33 § 103; 1987 1st ex.s. c 2 § 203. Formerly RCW 28A.41.110.]NOTES:Application—Enforcement of laws protecting health and safety—2013 2nd sp.s. c 18: See note following RCW 28A.600.022.Effective date—2011 1st sp.s. c 34 §§ 9 and 10: See note following RCW 28A.150.260.Finding—Intent—2011 1st sp.s. c 34: See RCW 28A.232.005.Effective date—2010 c 236 §§ 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 13, and 14: See note following RCW 28A.150.260.Intent—Severability—Effective date—1987 1st ex.s. c 2: See notes following RCW 84.52.0531.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.1981 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.1981 - Intent—2009 c 548.

RCW 28A.150.1981 Intent—2009 c 548.It is the intent of the legislature that specified policies and allocation formulas adopted under this chapter will constitute the legislature's definition of basic education under Article IX of the state Constitution once fully implemented. The legislature intends, however, to continue to review and revise the formulas and schedules and may make additional revisions, including revisions for technical purposes and consistency in the event of mathematical or other technical errors.[ 2017 3rd sp.s. c 13 § 413; 2009 c 548 § 2.]NOTES:Effective date—2017 3rd sp.s. c 13 §§ 401-413: See note following RCW 28A.150.200.Intent—2017 3rd sp.s. c 13: See note following RCW 28A.150.410.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.205 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.205 - Instructional hours.

RCW 28A.150.205 Instructional hours.Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definition in this section applies throughout RCW 28A.150.200 through 28A.150.295.(1) "Instructional hours" means those hours students are provided the opportunity to engage in educational activity planned by and under the direction of school district staff, as directed by the administration and board of directors of the district, inclusive of intermissions for class changes, recess, and teacher/parent-guardian conferences that are planned and scheduled by the district for the purpose of discussing students' educational needs or progress, and exclusive of time actually spent for meals.(2)(a) If students are provided the opportunity to engage in educational activity that is part of the regular instructional program concurrently with the consumption of breakfast, the period of time designated for student participation in breakfast after the bell, as defined in RCW 28A.235.200, must be considered instructional hours.(b) Breakfast after the bell programs, as defined in RCW 28A.235.200, including the provision of breakfast, are not considered part of the definition or funding of the program of basic education under Article IX of the state Constitution.[ 2018 c 8 § 5; 1992 c 141 § 502.]NOTES:Findings—Intent—Short title—2018 c 8: See notes following RCW 28A.235.210.Contingent effective date—1992 c 141 §§ 502-504, 506, and 507: "Sections 502 through 504, 506, and 507 of this act shall take effect September 1, 2000. However, these sections shall not take effect if, by September 1, 2000, a law is enacted stating that a school accountability and academic assessment system is not in place." [ 1993 c 336 § 1202; 1992 c 141 § 509.] That law was not enacted by September 1, 2000.Findings—Part headings—Severability—1992 c 141: See notes following RCW 28A.410.040.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.211 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.211 - Values and traits recognized.

RCW 28A.150.211 Values and traits recognized.The legislature also recognizes that certain basic values and character traits are essential to individual liberty, fulfillment, and happiness. However, these values and traits are not intended to be assessed or be standards for graduation. The legislature intends that local communities have the responsibility for determining how these values and character traits are learned as determined by consensus at the local level. These values and traits include the importance of:(1) Honesty, integrity, and trust;(2) Respect for self and others;(3) Responsibility for personal actions and commitments;(4) Self-discipline and moderation;(5) Diligence and a positive work ethic;(6) Respect for law and authority;(7) Healthy and positive behavior; and(8) Family as the basis of society.[ 1994 c 245 § 10.]NOTES:Effective date—1994 c 245 § 10: "Section 10 of this act shall take effect September 1, 1994." [ 1994 c 245 § 15.]
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.240 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.240 - Certificated teaching and administrative staff as accountable for classroom teaching—Scope—Responsibilities—Penalty.

RCW 28A.150.240 Certificated teaching and administrative staff as accountable for classroom teaching—Scope—Responsibilities—Penalty.(1) It is the intended purpose of this section to guarantee that the certificated teaching and administrative staff in each common school district be held accountable for the proper and efficient conduct of classroom teaching in their school which will provide students with the opportunity to achieve those skills which are generally recognized as requisite to learning.(2) In conformance with the other provisions of Title 28A RCW, it shall be the responsibility of the certificated teaching and administrative staff in each common school to:(a) Implement the district's prescribed curriculum and enforce, within their area of responsibility, the rules and regulations of the school district, the state superintendent of public instruction, and the state board of education, taking into due consideration individual differences among students, and maintain and render appropriate records and reports pertaining thereto.(b) Maintain good order and discipline in their classrooms at all times.(c) Hold students to a strict accountability while in school for any disorderly conduct while under their supervision.(d) Require excuses from the parents, guardians, or custodians of minor students in all cases of absence, late arrival to school, or early dismissal.(e) Give careful attention to the maintenance of a healthful atmosphere in the classroom.(f) Give careful attention to the safety of the student in the classroom and report any doubtful or unsafe conditions to the building administrator.(g) Evaluate each student's educational growth and development and make periodic reports thereon to parents, guardians, or custodians and to school administrators.Failure to carry out such requirements as set forth in subsection (2)(a) through (g) above shall constitute sufficient cause for discharge of any member of such teaching or administrative staff.[ 1979 ex.s. c 250 § 5; 1977 ex.s. c 359 § 19. Formerly RCW 28A.58.760.]NOTES:Effective date—Severability—1979 ex.s. c 250: See notes following RCW 28A.150.220.Effective date—Severability—1977 ex.s. c 359: See notes following RCW 28A.150.200.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.265 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.265 - Career and technical education funding allocations.

RCW 28A.150.265 Career and technical education funding allocations.(1) To the extent that career and technical education funding allocations under RCW 28A.150.260 (4)(c) and (9) exceed general education funding allocations under RCW 28A.150.260, school districts may use the difference only for the career and technical education purposes, defined as follows:(a) Staff salaries and benefits for career and technical education program delivery;(b) Materials, supplies, and operating costs;(c) Smaller class sizes;(d) Work-based learning programs such as internships and preapprenticeship programs, including coordination tied to career and technical education coursework;(e) New high quality career and technical education and expanded learning program development in high-demand fields;(f) Certificated work-based learning coordinators and career guidance advisors;(g) School expenses associated with career and technical education community partnerships with a career discovery focus including research or evidence-based mentoring programs and expanded learning opportunities in school, before or after school, and during the summer, and career-focused education programs with private and public K-12 schools and colleges, community-based organizations and nonprofit organizations, industry partners, tribal governments, and workforce development entities;(h) Student fees for national and state industry-recognized certifications; and(i) Course equivalency development to integrate core learning standards into career and technical education courses.(2) A school district's maximum allowable indirect cost charges for approved career and technical education programs funded by the state may not exceed the lower of five percent or the cap established in federal law for federal career and technical education funding provided to school districts, as the federal law existed on September 1, 2017.[ 2017 3rd sp.s. c 13 § 409.]NOTES:Effective date—2017 3rd sp.s. c 13 §§ 401-413: See note following RCW 28A.150.200.Intent—2017 3rd sp.s. c 13: See note following RCW 28A.150.410.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.270 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.270 - Annual basic education allocation of funds according to average FTE student enrollment—Procedure for crediting portion for school building purposes.

RCW 28A.150.270 Annual basic education allocation of funds according to average FTE student enrollment—Procedure for crediting portion for school building purposes.The board of directors of a school district may, by properly executed resolution, request that the superintendent of public instruction direct a portion of the district's basic education allocation be credited to the district's capital projects fund and/or bond redemption fund. Moneys so credited shall be used solely for school building purposes.[ 1985 c 7 § 89; 1980 c 154 § 13. Formerly RCW 28A.41.143.]NOTES:Purpose—Effective dates—Savings—Disposition of certain funds—Severability—1980 c 154: See notes following chapter 82.45 RCW digest.School district funds: RCW 28A.320.330.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.275 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.275 - Annual basic education allocation for students in technical colleges.

RCW 28A.150.275 Annual basic education allocation for students in technical colleges.The basic education allocation, including applicable vocational entitlements and special education program money, generated under this chapter and under state appropriation acts by school districts for students enrolled in a technical college program established by an interlocal agreement under RCW 28B.50.533 shall be allocated in amounts as determined by the superintendent of public instruction to the serving college rather than to the school district, unless the college chooses to continue to receive the allocations through the school districts. This section does not apply to students enrolled in the running start program established in RCW 28A.600.310.[ 1995 c 77 § 4; 1993 c 223 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.280 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.280 - Reimbursement for acquisition of approved transportation equipment—Method.

RCW 28A.150.280 Reimbursement for acquisition of approved transportation equipment—Method.Costs of acquisition of approved transportation equipment purchased prior to September 1, 1982, shall be reimbursed up to one hundred percent of the cost to be reimbursed over the anticipated life of the vehicle, as determined by the state superintendent: PROVIDED, That commencing with the 1980-81 school year, reimbursement shall be at one hundred percent or as close thereto as reasonably possible: PROVIDED FURTHER, That reimbursements for the acquisition of approved transportation equipment received by school districts shall be placed in the transportation vehicle fund for the current or future purchase of approved transportation equipment and for major transportation equipment repairs consistent with rules and regulations authorized in RCW 28A.160.130.[ 1993 c 111 § 1. Prior: 1990 c 33 § 110; 1990 c 33 § 109; 1981 c 343 § 1; 1981 c 265 § 9; 1981 c 265 § 8; 1977 ex.s. c 359 § 6; 1977 c 80 § 3; 1975 1st ex.s. c 275 § 60; 1972 ex.s. c 85 § 1; 1971 c 48 § 14; 1969 ex.s. c 223 § 28A.41.160; prior: 1965 ex.s. c 154 § 5. Formerly RCW 28A.41.160, 28.41.160.]NOTES:Effective date—Severability—1981 c 265: See notes following RCW 28A.160.150.Effective date—Severability—1977 ex.s. c 359: See notes following RCW 28A.150.200.Severability—1977 c 80: See note following RCW 28A.160.030.Severability—1971 c 48: See note following RCW 28A.310.250.Program of basic education, RCW 28A.150.280 as part of: RCW 28A.150.200.Transportation vehicle fund—Deposits in—Use—Rules for establishment and use: RCW 28A.160.130.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.295 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.295 - General public school system—Maintained.

RCW 28A.150.295 General public school system—Maintained.A general and uniform system of public schools embracing the common schools shall be maintained throughout the state of Washington in accordance with Article IX of the state Constitution.[ 1969 ex.s. c 223 § 28A.02.010. Prior: 1909 c 97 p 230 § 1; RRS § 4518; prior: 1897 c 118 § 1; 1890 p 348 § 1. Formerly RCW 28A.02.010, 28.02.010.]
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.300 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.300 - Corporal punishment prohibited—Adoption of policy.

RCW 28A.150.300 Corporal punishment prohibited—Adoption of policy.The use of corporal punishment in the common schools is prohibited. The superintendent of public instruction shall develop and adopt a policy prohibiting the use of corporal punishment in the common schools. The policy shall be adopted and implemented in all school districts.[ 2006 c 263 § 702; 1993 c 68 § 1.]NOTES:Findings—Purpose—Part headings not law—2006 c 263: See notes following RCW 28A.150.230.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.305 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.305 - Alternative educational service providers—Student eligibility.

RCW 28A.150.305 Alternative educational service providers—Student eligibility.(1) The board of directors of school districts may contract with alternative educational service providers for eligible students. Alternative educational service providers that the school district may contract with include, but are not limited to:(a) Other schools;(b) Alternative education programs not operated by the school district;(c) Education centers;(d) Skills [Skill] centers;(e) The Washington national guard youth challenge program;(f) Dropout prevention programs; or(g) Other public or private organizations, excluding sectarian or religious organizations.(2) Eligible students include students who are likely to be expelled or who are enrolled in the school district but have been suspended, are academically at risk, or who have been subject to repeated disciplinary actions due to behavioral problems.(3) If a school district board of directors chooses to initiate specialized programs for students at risk of expulsion or who are failing academically by contracting out with alternative educational service providers identified in subsection (1) of this section, the school district board of directors and the organization must specify the specific learning standards that students are expected to achieve. Placement of the student shall be jointly determined by the school district, the student's parent or legal guardian, and the alternative educational service provider.(4) For the purpose of this section, the superintendent of public instruction shall adopt rules for reporting and documenting enrollment. Students may reenter at the grade level appropriate to the student's ability. Students who are sixteen years of age or older may take a test to earn a high school equivalency certificate as provided in RCW 28B.50.536 in accordance with rules adopted under RCW 28A.305.190.(5) The board of directors of school districts may require that students who would otherwise be suspended or expelled attend schools or programs listed in subsection (1) of this section as a condition of continued enrollment in the school district.[ 2013 c 39 § 3; 2002 c 291 § 1; 1997 c 265 § 6.]NOTES:Severability—1997 c 265: See note following RCW 13.40.160.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.310 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.310 - National guard youth challenge program—Allocation of funding—Rules.

RCW 28A.150.310 National guard youth challenge program—Allocation of funding—Rules.Basic and nonbasic education funding, including applicable vocational entitlements and special education program money, generated under this chapter and under state appropriations acts shall be allocated directly to the military department for a national guard youth challenge program for students earning high school graduation credit under *RCW 28A.305.170. Funding shall be provided based on statewide average rates for basic education, special education, categorical, and block grant programs as determined by the office of the superintendent of public instruction. The monthly full-time equivalent enrollment reported for students enrolled in the national guard youth challenge program shall be based on one full-time equivalent for every one hundred student hours of scheduled instruction eligible for high school graduation credit. The office of the superintendent of public instruction, in consultation with the military department, shall adopt such rules as are necessary to implement this section.[ 2002 c 291 § 2.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: RCW 28A.305.170 was recodified as RCW 28A.300.165 pursuant to 2006 c 263 § 419.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.320 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.320 - Month of the kindergartner.

RCW 28A.150.320 Month of the kindergartner.September is the month of the kindergartner. Each September elementary schools are encouraged to determine a method to celebrate new kindergartners as they begin their life in K-12 education.[ 2019 c 179 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.360 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.360 - Adjustments to meet emergencies.

RCW 28A.150.360 Adjustments to meet emergencies.In the event of an unforeseen emergency, in the nature of either an unavoidable cost to a district or unexpected variation in anticipated revenues to a district, the state superintendent is authorized, for not to exceed two years, to make such an adjustment in the allocation of funds as is consistent with the intent of this chapter, RCW 28A.160.150 through 28A.160.210, 28A.300.170, and 28A.500.010 in providing an equal educational opportunity for the children of such district or districts.[ 1995 c 335 § 101; 1990 c 33 § 113; 1969 ex.s. c 223 § 28A.41.150. Prior: 1965 ex.s. c 154 § 4. Formerly RCW 28A.41.150, 28.41.150.]NOTES:Part headings, table of contents not law—1995 c 335: "Part headings and the table of contents as used in this act do not constitute any part of the law." [ 1995 c 335 § 805.]
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.380 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.380 - Appropriations by legislature.

RCW 28A.150.380 Appropriations by legislature.(1) The state legislature shall, at each regular session in an odd-numbered year, appropriate for the current use of the common schools such amounts as needed for state support to school districts during the ensuing biennium for the program of basic education under RCW 28A.150.200.(2) In addition to those state funds provided to school districts for basic education, the legislature may appropriate funds to be distributed to school districts for other factors and for other special programs to enhance or enrich the program of basic education.[ 2012 1st sp.s. c 10 § 3. Prior: 2009 c 548 § 110; 2009 c 479 § 16; 2001 c 3 § 10 (Initiative Measure No. 728, approved November 7, 2000); 1995 c 335 § 103; 1990 c 33 § 115; 1980 c 6 § 3; 1969 ex.s. c 223 § 28A.41.050; prior: 1945 c 141 § 2; Rem. Supp. 1945 § 4940-2. Formerly RCW 28A.41.050, 28.41.050.]NOTES:Purpose—Construction—2012 1st sp.s. c 10: See note following RCW 84.52.0531.Effective date—2009 c 548 §§ 101-110 and 701-710: See note following RCW 28A.150.200.Intent—2009 c 548: See RCW 28A.150.1981.Finding—2009 c 548: See note following RCW 28A.410.270.Intent—Finding—2009 c 548: See note following RCW 28A.305.130.Effective date—2009 c 479: See note following RCW 2.56.030.Short title—Purpose—Intent—Construction—Effective dates—2001 c 3 (Initiative Measure No. 728): See notes following RCW 67.70.240.Part headings, table of contents not law—1995 c 335: See note following RCW 28A.150.360.Severability—1980 c 6: See note following RCW 28A.515.320.
WA Rev Code § 28A.150.400 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 28A - Common School Provisions|Chapter 28A.150 - General Provisions.|28A.150.400 - Apportionment factors to be based on current figures—Rules and regulations.

RCW 28A.150.400 Apportionment factors to be based on current figures—Rules and regulations.State and county funds which may become due and apportionable to school districts shall be apportioned in such a manner that any apportionment factors used shall utilize data and statistics derived in the school year that such funds are paid: PROVIDED, That the superintendent of public instruction may make necessary administrative provision for the use of estimates, and corresponding adjustments to the extent necessary: PROVIDED FURTHER, That as to those revenues used in determining the amount of state funds to be apportioned to school districts pursuant to RCW 28A.150.250, any apportionment factors shall utilize data and statistics derived in an annual period established pursuant to rules and regulations promulgated by the superintendent of public instruction in cooperation with the department of revenue.[ 1990 c 33 § 117; 1972 ex.s. c 26 § 3; 1969 ex.s. c 223 § 28A.41.055. Prior: 1955 c 350 § 1. Formerly RCW 28A.41.055, 28.41.055.]NOTES:Severability—1972 ex.s. c 26: "If any provision of this act, or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the act, or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected." [ 1972 ex.s. c 26 § 4.]