Policy Manual

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The online policy manual contains up-to-date policies and regulations set forth by the School Board. The ​policies are principles adopted by the Board to chart a course of action, while the regulations are the detailed directions that put policies into practice.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Online Policy Manual

First and second readings 

Policies in review are posted here simultaneously with a first reading by the School Board. You're invited to review these policies and provide feedback in a timely manner. We ask that feedback be given before noon on the Tuesday preceding a Board business meeting. This will allow time for the Board and Legal Department to review and consider before the second reading. 

Policies Currently in Review 

1st reading 9/26/24, 2nd reading 10/10/24

Policy 3416 - Medication at School

Policy 3416 has been updated to align with the Washington State Schools Directors' Association's (WSSDA) model policy. Updates include delegation of one-step nasal sprays and providing clarification on who can delegate in the schools. This aligns with House Bill 1085 and provides additional detail for best practices in medication administration in school.

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Policy 3418 - Emergency Treatment

Policy 3418 has been updated to include specifically outlined staff response depending on Emergency Medical Support (EMS) outcomes - Release vs Transport vs Release of Responsibility (ROR) vs Against Medical Advice (AMA). In this effort to update the policy guidelines, the District partnered with Tacoma Fire/EMS to outline the role of school staff.

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1st reading 10/10/24, 2nd reading 10/24/24

Policy 2146 - Recess 

Policy 2146 was consistent with the requirements of RCWs 28A.230.295 and 28A.210.368.  The updates address minimum recess time requirements, discourages with the withholding for punitive reasons, and clarifies expectations for when and where recess should occur.

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NEW Policy - Language Access 4218

Policy 4218 documents family-centered solutions with specially designated funding. The policy language stipulates a number of changes for districts and schools, including  increased family need identification, professional training, data collection, and standardized expectations.  The policy also identifies a Language Access Coordinator position and outlines expectations for this position. 

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Submit your feedback

Thank you for taking the time to review our policies. Your feedback will be taken into account by the School Board and Legal Department.  

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