In accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-25, “Stay Home, Stay Healthy,” and to protect the health and safety of Washingtonians and our employees, at this time, there is restricted public access to the OSPI building. OSPI will continue serving the public via phone, email, and the website.
See OSPI’s COVID-19 guidance and resources for educators, students, and families.
In accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28.14, rules concerning RCW 42.56, the Public Records Act, that require any activity that occurs in an in-person setting have been waived or suspended to prevent further spread of the virus. Additionally, the 5 day response required by RCW 42.56.520(1) has been waived for items not received electronically.
OSPI follows the Public Records Act regarding disclosure of our public records. OSPI rules about processing public records requests are found under WAC 392-105.
OSPI does not maintain:
OSPI does maintain:
If you do not find the information you seek on our website, you may request the record(s). Requests for public records must be in writing and should include the following:
Public Records Requests can be submitted to OSPI using any of the following options:
Within five business days OSPI's Public Records Office will:
OSPI will produce all responsive records unless the records fall within specific exemptions. Exemptions are the laws and statutes which excludes specific information or records from disclosure. If the records requested fall under an exemption, they may be redacted, or the request can be either fully or partially denied. With every redaction and/or denial OSPI will cite the appropriate exemption. If the records contain redactions, OSPI will provide a copy of OSPI's Public Records Exemptions which is a guide to understanding the redactions.
RCW 42.56.070(8) prohibits OSPI from providing access to lists of individuals requested for commercial purposes. If you request a list of individuals, OSPI may require you complete a form declaring the records will not be used for any form of business activity intended to generate revenue or financial benefit.
There may be fees associated with your request. If your request has associated fees, the Public Records Office will contact you for approval to process the request. OSPI will not produce any records until we receive necessary payment. In accordance with RCW 42.56.120 and WAC 392-105-060, OSPI fee schedule is as follows:
*A 10% deposit may be required per RCW 42.56.120
If OSPI denies your public records request, you may request a review of the denial. To request a review: