Washington Administrative Code Title 392 - Public Instruction, Superintendent of
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 392 – Public Instruction, Superintendent of
WAC Title 392 governs the rules and regulations adopted by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) in the state of Washington. The OSPI is the primary agency overseeing public K-12 education, and Title 392 contains detailed provisions related to educational standards, funding, school operations, student services, and accountability.
Key Areas Covered in Title 392:
Student Learning & Assessment
Graduation requirements
State assessments (e.g., Smarter Balanced)
Learning standards for core subjects
School Finance
Apportionment of state funds
Levy equalization
Special education funding
Transportation funding formulas
Special Programs
Special education services (WAC 392-172A)
English Language Learners (ELL)
Highly Capable programs
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Personnel and Certification
Certification standards for teachers and administrators
Evaluations and professional development
Salary allocations and reporting
Health and Safety
Student health screening requirements
Immunization and communicable disease policies
Emergency preparedness in schools
School Operations
Instructional hours and school calendar
Attendance and truancy (BECCA Bill compliance)
Discipline procedures and student rights
Equity and Civil Rights
Non-discrimination policies
Equal access to programs and services
Title IX compliance
Data and Reporting
Reporting requirements to the state
School performance and improvement plans
Student records and privacy
Example Chapters in Title 392:
WAC 392-121 – Finance – Apportionment of state funds
WAC 392-144 – School Bus Driver Qualifications
WAC 392-172A – Rules for the provision of special education
WAC 392-400 – Student discipline
WAC 392-410 – Courses of study and equivalencies
WAC 392-700 – Open Doors Youth Reengagement
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