05/27/2026
This new change is coming soon!
The signing of ESHB 1795 into law is an important step in supporting the safety and well-being of students across our state.
The use of restraint and isolation has disproportionately impacted students with disabilities, students of color, and younger learners. ESHB 1795 restricts the use of these interventions by staff members of school districts and other providers of public educational services.
Thank you to everyone who worked hard to get this bill signed into law!
Read the language signed by Governor Ferguson:
https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Passed%20Legislature/1795-S.PL.pdf =1
05/04/2026
This is wonderful news for families whose children receive Special Education in Washington State!
Look what advocates made happen 👉https://bit.ly/5days_EvaluationReports 🙂(smiley face emoji)
Parents now get 5 school days with evaluation reports! Help spread the word so families are aware.
The change starts June 11, 2026. The law was changed to help parents meaningfully engage in the process.
This applies to:
• Toddlers turning 3 and moving from ESIT services to preschool
• Pre-schoolers, ages 3 to 5
• Students in K-12
This applies to initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
The report must be provided in a written or electronic format that the parents can keep and revisit it.
• Sharing the report only on the screen is not enough.
• Letting people review it only during a meeting is not enough.
Parents get 5 days to read the evaluation report and prepare for the meeting that determines whether the student qualifies for an individualized education program (IEP).
Note: School districts must translate the report if parents need it to engage meaningfully.
Our 1-pager has more information: https://bit.ly/5days_EvaluationReports
The Arc - Washington State The Arc of Snohomish County The Arc of Grays Harbor The Arc of Cowlitz County The Arc of Spokane The Arc of Tri-Cities Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council PEACE NW
Boyer Children's Clinic Northwest Center Kindering ChildStrive Wonderland Child & Family Services Children's Therapy Center
FOCS - Families Of Color Seattle Southeast Seattle Education Coalition
04/27/2026
FYI There is a Resource Fair on May 28 with a really fantastic list of vendors and presenters. I won't be there, but my wonderful colleague Miranda Haskins will be highlighting her ABA business.
Resource Fair - King County, Washington
The resource fair is for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and delays, their families, caregivers, and service providers.
