Washington State Common School Manual

The 2026 Common School Manual (revised February 2026) is a compilation of most of the laws enacted by the state legislature governing common school system operations and other titles containing laws affecting school operations. Also included are the administrative rules adopted to enhance the laws. This manual is printed in two volumes, 1) RCWs; 2) WACs.

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RCWs & WACs that pertain to K-12 Education in Washington

Common School Provisions

• Title 28A RCW - Common School Provisions

Rules & Regulations

• Title 392 WAC - Rules and Regulations of OSPI
• Title 180 WAC - Rules and Regulations of the State Board of Education
• Title 181 WAC - Rules and Regulations of the Professional Educator Standards Board

Administrative Procedures

• Chapter 34.05 RCW - Administrative Procedure Act
• Chapter 34.12 RCW - Office of Administrative Hearings
• Chapter 10-08 WAC - Model Rules of Procedure

Collective Bargaining

• Chapter 41.56 RCW - Public Employees’ Collective Bargaining
• Chapter 41.58 RCW - Public Employment Labor Relations
• Chapter 41.59 RCW - Educational Employment Relations Act
• Title 391 WAC - Public Employment Relations Commission

From Code Reviser's Office: This material was derived from the official RCW or WAC computer database by computer operation. It is possible that errors or omissions may have occurred in this process. Please check your material and consult the official codes and supplements to verify completeness and accuracy. Recipient accepts the risk of any error or omission.