Learning Options November Newsflash

Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction sent this bulletin at 11/18/2025 11:38 AM PST

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Online Learning Advisory Committee Vacancies
Open Doors Application Process Change
Thank You for Completing the Annual HBI Report!
Join Us at WERA’s December Conference

Online Learning Advisory Committee Vacancies

The Online Learning Advisory Committee (OLAC) is charged by RCW 28A.250.020 to provide advice to OSPI regarding approval criteria, major components of the online learning website, model school district policy, model agreements, and other related matters.

Advisory members serve three year terms. We are seeking applications for the following member positions:

Private Online Course Provider (2 seats)
Public Online Course Provider (2 seats)

Course providers must have current OSPI approval status to be considered.

The deadline to submit an online application is Monday, November 24th at 5 pm PST. If you have any questions about the committee please contact the Learning Options department at learningoptions@k12.wa.us.

OLAC Application

Open Doors Application Process Change

The Open Doors program is currently undergoing a process evaluation. This effort is focused on streamlining how program applications are submitted, reviewed, and approved. Our goal is to make applying for Open Doors easier and faster. Please expect changes to our:

“Getting Started Toolkit” webpage.
Application materials submission requirements.

We appreciate your interest in Open Doors and your patience as we work to make our systems more efficient and responsive. Please check back for updates or reach out to Mandy Paradise with any questions. Applications are welcome during this period of transition.

Thank You for Completing the Annual HBI Report!

The Learning Options team appreciates the time and effort that went into completing the annual Home-Based Instruction Annual Report. The following school districts deserve special recognition for submitting their data the day the report opened:

Auburn School District	Carbonado School District
Chewelah School District	Conway School District
Glenwood School District	Goldendale School District
Granite Falls School District	Grapeview School District
Kahlotus School District	Lakewood School District
Monroe School District	Mount Adams School District
Mount Baker School District	Royal School District
Summit Valley School District

Join Us at WERA’s December Conference

The Washington Educational Research Association (WERA) invites educators, researchers, and policy leaders to the Annual Winter Conference, December 10–12, 2025, at the Tacoma Downtown Marriott. This year’s theme, Driving Excellent Instruction: Let the Data Speak, promises dynamic conversations and actionable insights to advance educational practice across Washington.

Why Attend?

Engage with Experts: Learn from leading voices in education research and assessment. Keynote addresses feature data-driven decision making for instructional improvement.
Network with Peers: Connect with professionals committed to improving student outcomes.
Explore Innovative Practices: Participate in sessions that bridge research and classroom application.

We’re excited to highlight two sessions on Open Doors Youth Reengagement. These sessions will showcase how evaluation and data from Open Doors contribute to a broader body of educational research, informing policy, improving practice, and shaping opportunities for Washington’s youth.

Click here to register. Early registration ensures access to all sessions and networking events.

Contact Us!

As always, our team is available to answer questions, share guidance, and provide technical support. We encourage you to contact our department with any questions you have.

Please contact us at learningoptions@k12.wa.us or call 360-725-6229.

ALL STUDENTS PREPARED FOR POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS, CAREERS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.

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