Washington State Board of Education
Weekly Update | October 27
Board Meeting: charter schools, legislative priorities, basic education, rules
Save the Date: November Board Meeting, November 4-5

On Wednesday and Thursday next week (November 4 and 5), the State Board of Education will host a meeting to discuss charter schools, legislative priorities, basic education, rules and more.

Find the agenda and Zoom information on SBE's meetings page: November 4-5. Documents for this meeting will be uploaded this week.
"On the Board, we're often inspired by the knowledge and expertise Patty brings to all matters that impact our state's students," said State Board of Education Chair, Peter Maier. "We look forward to continuing to have her regional perspective, energy, and
SBE Welcomes Returning Member, Patty Wood

The State Board is excited to welcome returning member, Patty Wood (Kelso), following an election by school board members for Western Region for Position 4*. Wood will begin her second four-year term on January 11, 2021.

"On the Board, we're often inspired by the knowledge and expertise Patty brings to all matters that impact our state's students," said State Board of Education Chair, Peter Maier. "We look forward to continuing to have her regional perspective, energy, and leadership."

Find out more about Patty, and read the press release on SBE's website.
Public Hearing: Rules about Instructional Hours and School Days (WAC 180-16)

An in-person hearing will not be held on the proposed rules regarding Chapter 180-16 WAC (State Support of Public Schools, clarifying that distance learning counts as instructional hours and other changes as identified) due to the extension of OPMA Governor's Proclamation (20-28) until November 9.

Members of the public are encouraged to participate online at 1:00 p.m. on October 28, 2020 due to COVID-19 health precautions by connecting via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/92436066608. Find more information about Chapter 180-16 on SBE's rulemaking docket.
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"State of Innovation Challenge” (a career-connected virtual problem-solving challenge for Washington students)

In Fall 2020, Washington wants to know – Can students help our state? Join middle school, high school, and Open Doors classrooms; along with student and community organizations from across Washington State in tackling some of the state’s toughest challenges. 

Starting in November, Kinetic West will ask students to help the state solve problems like…
  • How can we find a better way to get food from farms to homes and food banks in need? 
  • How can we keep teenagers mentally healthy while social distancing?
  • How could our urban centers foster community connections while keeping residents virus-free?  
The State of Innovation Challenge aims to connect the content teachers are already teaching in class to the problems students see all around them, and encourages students to use their imaginations and skills to create their own solutions. Sign up to learn more about the State of Innovation Challenge.
 
Contact Julia Reed for questions about the Challenge and to express your interest in being more involved. 
The SBE Vision:
An education system where students are engaged in personalized education pathways that prepare them for civic engagement, careers, postsecondary education, and lifelong learning.