School discipline

Legal Information

In this section of Washington LawHelp you will find general legal information and resources about school discipline in Washington state.

• Make a Difference in a Child's Life - Education Advocacy Manual

  A manual for helping children and youth get what they need in school. Content Detail

  By:

  TeamChild

• Parent's Guide to Public School Discipline in WA

  Th is guide provides nuts-and-bolts advice for parents and guardians whose children are facing disciplinary proceedings in public schools. Content Detail

  By:

  ACLU

• Parents' Guide to Truancy in Washington

  Th is guide is designed to help parents understand their children’s rights in the truancy process. It is not meant to provide legal advice. Students who want to learn more about their rights can also use this guide, but we recommend that they ask a trusted adult or youth advocate to help them through the process. Content Detail

  By:

  ACLU

• Know Your Rights: School Disciplinary Proceedings**

  1116EN - This publication lists your rights with regard to school discipline and disciplinary proceedings. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Truancies and School Attendance

  1134EN - Information about what happens when your child does not attend school and the school files a truancy action. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español