WA SB5193

School districts with online school programs may allow students to complete statewide assessments remotely beginning in the 2027-28 school year

Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction must develop or update assessment administration and security policies for remote testing by April 1, 2027

Required policies must address testing personnel qualifications, student-to-proctor ratios, remote testing environment requirements, device and network requirements, and parental consent forms

Aims to reduce burdens on online school families who currently must travel to designated testing sites, which requires time off work, long-distance travel, and costs for accommodations and meals