WAC 72-120-002. Application

This chapter must be construed in a manner consistent with the following laws and rules: (1) RCW 28A.600.010 through 28A.600.022 and 28A.320.211 , regarding the administration of student discipline; (2) RCW 28A.300.042 , regarding the collection, reporting, and disaggregation of student-level discipline data; (3) Chapter 392-190 WAC, prohibiting unlawful discrimination in Washington public schools, including the requirement under WAC 392-190-048 that school districts annually review disaggregated discipline data to identify and address disproportionality in the administration of discipline on the basis of sex, race, limited-English proficiency (i.e., English learners), and disability, including students protected under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; (4) WAC 392-172A-05140 through 392-172A-05175 , and 34 C.F.R. Part 300.530 through 300.536, regarding the discipline of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; and (5) RCW 28A.415.410 , regarding training to support school personnel in implementing discipline policies and procedures and gaining knowledge and skills in cultural competence.