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2412 - Diplomas for Veterans

Policy No. 2412
Instruction 

PURPOSE
Policy 2412 honors the service and sacrifice of veterans by recognizing their commitment to our nation and ensuring they receive the educational recognition they deserve. This policy reflects the District’s commitment to valuing lifelong learning, fostering community ties, and upholding the dignity of those who served by granting high school diplomas to eligible veterans.

Diplomas for Veterans
In accordance with RCW 28A.230.120, the District will issue high school diplomas to eligible veterans of World War II, the Korean conflict, or the Vietnam era for veterans with substantial ties to the District who did not finish high school due to their military service.

Veterans are eligible for the diploma even if they subsequently earned a high school equivalency certificate or are deceased.  

The veteran or their representative must fill out the Operation Recognition application provided by the Washington State Department of Veteran Affairs (WDVA) and provide evidence of eligibility.

Upon receipt of an approved Operation Recognition application, the Superintendent will determine those veterans who have substantial ties to the District. Examples include, but are not limited to, living or having lived in the District, having attended school in the District, having children or other descendents who have attended school in the District, having been employed by the District or volunteering in the District.


 

 
Cross-Reference:  

Policy 1600 Anti-Racism
Policy 2410 High School Graduation 

 
Legal References:

RCW 28A.230.120 High school diplomas – Issuance – Option to receive final transcripts – Notice 
RCW 41.05.005 “Veteran” defined for certain purposes

 

Adoption Date:10/24/2002

Revised Date: 8/11/2003, 3/27/2025