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WA SB5858

WA SB5858
Establishing parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education.


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Introduced
01/13/2022
In Committee
01/13/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to establishing parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education; adding a new section to chapter 28A.150 RCW; and adding a new section to chapter 28A.345 RCW.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education in the state of Washington. The key provisions include: (1) the right for parents to know what their child is being taught, including access to curriculum and instructional materials; (2) the right to know who is teaching their child, including guest speakers and presenters; (3) the right to know about organizations and entities with contracts with the school district and have access to this information; (4) the right to access and participate in school board meetings; and (5) the right to be notified about incidents affecting their child's health, safety, or well-being. The bill also requires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and public schools to post these rights online and make the information easily accessible for parents and guardians.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. (on 01/13/2022)

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