http://www.k12.wa.us RSS Feed for OSPI - Bulletins and Memos http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B007-12 05/15/2012 03:00:00 PM The Report 1800 is a compilation of reports and statistics for public school districts. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), Child Nutrition Services (CNS), is federally mandated to annually compile data on various aspects of food service operations and the accounting of federal funds. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B016-12 05/15/2012 08:00:00 AM The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) agreement between the sponsoring organization and the day care home provider is a permanent agreement (Attachment 1). The agreement is part of the provider’s permanent file. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M003-12 05/15/2012 08:00:00 AM Attached is the application packet and information regarding the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Seamless Summer Feeding Program (SP) for children. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B020-12 05/15/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this bulletin is to announce the availability of federal IDEA-B grant funds for start-up costs associated with implementing a web-based infrastructure of teletherapy options for special education students in need of related services. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M031-12 05/14/2012 08:00:00 AM The annual School of the Future Design Competition (SOFC) offers an opportunity for middle and junior high school students to creatively illustrate school facility planning and design. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B018-12 05/11/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Child Nutrition Services is offering mandatory annual training workshops during the month of August. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M004-12 05/07/2012 08:00:00 AM The information contained in this memorandum is for sponsors who intend to participate in the Simplified Summer Food Program (SSFP) this summer. Sponsors that wish to operate a SSFP must submit a completed application packet by May 18, 2012. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012/B022-12.doc 05/07/2012 08:00:00 AM RCW 28A.300.320 mandates that every student in the state of Washington be assessed in the first six weeks of the second grade school year using a grade-level equivalent oral reading passage to determine each child’s level of fluency (i.e., rate, accuracy, and prosody), with respect to beginning-of-the-year expectations for second grade students. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M029-12 05/04/2012 11:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is currently enhancing Washington’s K–12 Statewide Longitudinal Data System (K–12 SLDS) and plans to roll out a new reporting portal in late fall 2012 and winter 2013. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M030-12.doc 05/04/2012 11:00:00 AM The 2012 Legislature passed legislation (ESHB 2799) that created the Collaborative Schools for Innovation and Success Pilot program. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M027-12 05/01/2012 08:00:00 AM The Higher Education Coordinating Board (HECB), in collaboration with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), will issue a joint request for proposals to fund a professional development grant program that targets Grades 6–12 implementation of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, Washington State K–12 Science Learning Standards, and “Crosscutting Concepts” and “Scientific and Engineering Practices” from the National Research Council's A Framework for K–12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M023-12 04/27/2012 01:00:00 PM This memorandum is to clarify that school districts in the state of Washington have no authority to physically operate outside of their own defined municipal boundaries in the absence of an appropriate interdistrict cooperation contract (interdistrict agreement) as defined in WAC 392-135-020. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M021-12.doc 04/27/2012 08:00:00 AM Each spring, the chief administrators of private schools seeking State Board of Education approval for the following school year must file a State Standards Certificate of Compliance with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M026-12.doc 04/25/2012 08:00:00 AM To ensure OSPI is notified of critical directory data changes in a timely manner, OSPI has adopted the following schedule and set of practices for directory information. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M024-12 04/20/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is pleased to sponsor the third annual Private Schools Summer Conference. OSPI will partner with Seattle Pacific University to host the summer training on June 19–20, 2012, with a repeat session to be held on August 21–22, 2012. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B019-12 04/18/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this bulletin is to notify school districts of the recent legislative change that adds the month of June for reporting enrollment to School Apportionment and Financial Services (SAFS) at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B017-12 04/16/2012 08:00:00 AM The Equity and Civil Rights office of the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is responsible for monitoring and providing technical assistance to school districts in regards to federal and state nondiscrimination laws. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M022-12.doc 04/05/2012 04:00:00 PM This notice is to provide K–12 teachers and administrators in the state of Washington information regarding the nomination processes and deadlines for the 2012 Daniel J. Evans Civic Education Award Program. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B006-12 04/04/2012 08:00:00 AM The information contained in this bulletin is for sponsors of summer camps who intend to operate a Summer Special Milk Program (SMP) in 2012. Sponsors must submit a completed application packet to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) no later than April 17, 2012. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B011-12 03/30/2012 01:00:00 PM This bulletin provides instructions and materials to assist high schools in submitting nominations and identifying students who may qualify for a 2011–12 Washington State Honors Award. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012/B015-12.pdf 03/28/2012 01:40:00 PM The Accounting Manual for Public School Districts in the State of Washington (Accounting Manual) has been revised for the 2012–13 school year. The purpose of this bulletin is to advise school districts of revisions to and distribution of the Accounting Manual. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M020-12.doc 03/28/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction needs 15 people to form a committee to develop recommendations for new performance standards for biology end-of-course (EOC) exams, aligned to the science learning standards adopted in 2009. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memos2012/M019-12.doc 03/22/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this memorandum is to provide information regarding the implementation of the Washington Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills (WaKIDS) in fall 2012. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012/B014-12.doc 03/20/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this bulletin is to detail the annual reporting requirements and timelines related to the implementation of assessments and other strategies... http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012/B013-12.pdf 03/12/2012 08:00:00 AM A new transcript format, including new elements and values, is required for all high school student transcripts starting in the 2012¬–13 school year. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M018-12 03/06/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is in need of approximately 50 people to form 10 committee groups to evaluate the link between existing grade level learning standards and associated portfolio extensions. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M012-12 03/05/2012 08:00:00 AM This memorandum is being issued to provide clarity regarding the definition of “awaiting foster care placement.” http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M017-12 03/05/2012 08:00:00 AM Assessments aligned to the English Language Development (ELD) Standards are being administered to Kindergarten through Grade 12 during winter test administration in February and March of this year. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B012-12 03/05/2012 08:00:00 AM Attached to this bulletin are Forms SPI 1302C and SPI 1302D. School districts are to use these forms to file preliminary and final claims for funding to help offset costs incurred for petitions filed with juvenile court(s) because of student truancy. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M016-12 03/01/2012 02:00:00 PM In July 2010, the Washington State Board of Education (SBE) endorsed a model policy and procedure for districts to offer competency-based credits for world languages (i.e., based on a student's demonstrated proficiency in a language). The model policy and procedure have been distributed to local school boards by the Washington State School Directors' Association (WSSDA), which developed them in collaboration with OSPI and the SBE. To date, at least four districts (Aberdeen, Mt. Adams, North Thurston, and Seattle) have adopted a policy and procedure for competency-based credits and have begun implementing them. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B010-12 02/28/2012 08:00:00 AM The Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act passed Congress in 2008, adding new requirements to the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B009-12 02/23/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has partnered with the Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board to provide limited resources from the GEAR UP program to high-needs school districts. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M015-12 02/16/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this memorandum is to announce the publication of new guidelines to assist school districts in implementing Washington State civil rights laws and to offer technical assistance and training. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2011.aspx#B079-11 02/15/2012 05:00:00 PM The passage of Public Law 112-74 on December 23, 2011, restored a portion of cuts that were made to federal programs on September 30, 2011. As a result of that law, district allocations have increased from the amounts that were communicated in October 2011. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B002-12 02/15/2012 08:00:00 AM Attached is Washington public school free and reduced-price meal eligibility information for fiscal year (FY) 2012. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M014-12 02/14/2012 08:00:00 AM The Washington Initiative for National Board Teacher Certification supports Washington teachers who pursue advanced certification with the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M001-12 02/14/2012 08:00:00 AM Attached is information regarding the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Summer Feeding Programs for children. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M013-12 02/14/2012 08:00:00 AM The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is reducing their processing fee for all fingerprint background checks. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B004-12 02/13/2012 08:00:00 AM The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has recently approved nine multidistrict online providers. This communication contains the complete list of all approved online providers. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M011-12 02/06/2012 08:00:00 AM The United States Department of Education is announcing an opportunity for school districts to participate in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Completion Project. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M008-12 01/30/2012 08:00:00 AM The Superintendent of Public Instruction is calling for regional nominations for the 2013 Washington State Teacher of the Year. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M010-12 01/30/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this memorandum is to inform you that recruitment for the 2012 Washington State Healthy Youth Survey (HYS) will begin soon. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M009-12 01/27/2012 03:00:00 PM Two Washington State high school seniors will be selected from the applicant pool to receive a scholarship to exchange ideas with scientists and other professionals from the academic and corporate worlds. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2011.aspx#B047-11 01/23/2012 08:00:00 AM The purpose of this second addendum is to provide school districts with guidance specific to calculating, managing, and communicating accurate AAFTE values and the possibility of a net reduction to a student’s Running Start eligibility for the college spring quarter. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012.aspx#B001-12 01/23/2012 08:00:00 AM Institutions that intend to participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) as a sponsor of family day care homes must complete and return the attached application packet. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/Memos2012/M007-12.doc 01/20/2012 08:00:00 AM On March 29, 2010, Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6696 (E2SSB 6696) was signed into law revising the teacher and principal evaluation system and establishing the requirements and details of the pilot project intended to develop that new system. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/bulletins2012/B003-12.doc 01/17/2012 08:00:00 AM Safety net funding is available to school districts with a demonstrated capacity for special education funding in excess of state and federal funding otherwise available to the district. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/Memos2012/M006-12.doc 01/12/2012 08:00:00 AM In order to meet federal reporting deadlines, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) must begin extracting the data directory data and formatting it by January 24. http://www.k12.wa.us/BulletinsMemos/memoranda2012.aspx#M005-12 01/13/2012 03:00:00 PM The purpose of this memorandum is to request completion of Form SPI 1679 (12/2011), Potential Medicaid Eligible Student Worksheet, by those districts providing special education services to Medicaid eligible students.