WAC 246-760-020. Screening requirements for schools

(1) Schools shall conduct annual screening for hearing and vision (both near and distance) for students: (a) In kindergarten and in grades one, two, three, five, and seven; and (b) Showing signs of possible reductions in auditory or visual acuity that may negatively impact their learning, or those referred to the district by parents, guardians, school staff, etc. (2) If resources are available, a school may: (a) Expand screenings to other grades; (b) Conduct additional optional vision screenings at any grade using evidence-based screening tools and techniques; or (c) Both expand screenings to other grades and conduct optional vision screenings as outlined in (a) and (b) of this subsection.