New Model Resolutions
WSSDA has created three new model resolutions to help school boards respond to circumstances due to COVID-19. Districts will need only one of the three new model resolutions because each is for a different scenario. Related, please note: OSPI’s Days & Hours Waivers and Reporting Requirements: FAQ Special Rules for…
Deadline extended to submit WSSDA position proposals
The coronavirus has interrupted many parts of our lives, including finding time to complete even the slightest task. Knowing this, WSSDA has extended the window for submitting position proposals to May 20th. Stronger advocacy WSSDA currently has 102 permanent and 106 legislative positions. The…
Apply by May 26 to become a WSSDA board officer candidate
Today through May 26, 2020, school directors may apply to become a candidate for WSSDA board president-elect and vice president. For next year’s board, the president-elect candidates can come from either side of the state, while candidates for vice president must be from the…
NSBA gains a WSSDA past president
Marnie Maraldo (above center), a current member of the Issaquah school board and past president of WSSDA, has been elected to the board of the National School Boards Association (NSBA). One of three school directors representing the pacific region, Director Maraldo’s presence will allow…
WSSDA creates Graduation Policy Toolkit
WSSDA has produced several new model policies to support school boards in responding to the extraordinary circumstances created by COVID-19. Those policies, plus joint guidance created in partnership with the State Board of Education (SBE), are available on this graduation toolkit page. The toolkit…
Call for Presenters
WSSDA is now accepting breakout session presentation proposals for the 2020 WSSDA Annual Conference through 5 p.m. on May 29. While proposals are welcomed from educational organizations and others, presentation proposals by school directors are greatly encouraged, and given priority in the selection process….
Spotlight: The Resolutions Committee
In the spring issue of WSSDA Direct, the chair and vice-chair of the Resolutions Committee answered a few questions about their work on the committee. Below is an expanded version of their answers, which will may shed light on the committee’s work and the…
WSSDA Direct
Hard copies will reach mailboxes in the coming the days. Until then, here is the electronic version of our Spring 2020 issue. To see past issues, visit wssda.org/direct.
Regional Trainings
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