Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)

Become a SEAC Member

While we do not currently have any openings on the SEAC, we are always happy to accept your application and will keep it on file for future openings. Email completed application along with your current resume to SEAC email or mail them to:

OSPI-Special Education
SEAC Executive Assistant
PO Box 47200
Olympia, WA 98504-7200

Contact Information

The Washington State Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) members focus on statewide issues impacting special education. The SEAC believes that all students with disabilities have the right to a free and appropriate public education in a safe environment that is conducive to learning.

SEAC is established through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to advise the State Superintendent on matters pertaining to the provision of special education and related services and typically meets four times a year. The SEAC consists of members appointed by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The SEAC is required by federal and state law. The requirement is ongoing and does not have an end date.

Upcoming Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) Meetings

  • SEAC Legislative Update (virtual), January 14, 2025, 1–3:30 pm
  • SEAC virtual meeting, February 4–5, 2025, 8:30 am–1:30 pm
    • SEAC virtual Community Forum, February 25, 2025, 5:30–7 pm
  • SEAC hybrid meeting, May 20–21, 2025, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, Location – Pasco, WA
    • SEAC hybrid Community Forum, May 20, 2025, 5:30–7 pm, Location TBD

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

2024–25 Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2023–24 Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2022–23 Meeting Agendas & Minutes
Previous Years' Meeting Agendas & Minutes

2021–22

2020–21

2019–20

2018–19

2017–18

2016–17

2015–16

2014–15

SEAC Recommendations & Positions

2020–2021

March 2021

October 2020

2019–2020

March 2020

October 2019

2018–2019

February 2019

November 2018

*Copies of annual reports may also be obtained by calling OSPI Special Education.

Annual Reports